Strikemaster Gas auger 6 inch $174

https://slickdeals.net/f/14465417-strikemaster-ice-fishing-6-gas-auger-174-free-ship?src=frontpage

Not a bad deal for a cheap, lightweight auger.

Thats a good deal. Is that the same head that pushes the 8 ?

Just yesterday sold a like new Jiffy gas 8″ one for $100. It went quick, less than an hour after posting. Guess I know why now, I just wanted it out of the shed.

Bearcat89 wrote:

Thats a good deal. Is that the same head that pushes the 8 ?

I’m pretty sure it isn’t. This is a 1.5hp solo versus the 8″ and 10″ having a 2hp I believe.

I’m not a 100% positive so maybe someone else can weigh in.

joneser wrote:

Bearcat89 wrote:

Thats a good deal. Is that the same head that pushes the 8 ?

I’m pretty sure it isn’t. This is a 1.5hp solo versus the 8″ and 10″ having a 2hp I believe.

I’m not a 100% positive so maybe someone else can weigh in.

Assuming the description is accurate that’s a Strikemaster laser light powerhead. You are correct, that would make it a 1.5 horsepower motor.

Strikemaster solo motors were available in 2, 2.5 and 3 horsepower variations with the 2.5 horsepower version being my personal favorite.

I would describe the power of that particular engine as being adequate to turn an 6-in drill, marginal if you’re spinning an 8-in bit if your not one to punch a bunch of holes and underpowered to turn a 10-in.

Not sure it even makes sense to invest in gas…I’ve seen a few of the original lithium ION units on CL and other sites for $200-$250…I’ve had mine since year one with no problems, I drill plenty of holes daily, very light, and with extension it works fine in a hard house to re-drill as well. No worries about starting, gas spills, carb issues etc. Plenty of inexpensive Battery operated options these days…all seem to be quite solid and have been around quite a while now.

Slabhunter wrote:

Not sure it even makes sense to invest in gas…I’ve seen a few of the original lithium ION units on CL and other sites for $200-$250…I’ve had mine since year one with no problems, I drill plenty of holes daily, very light, and with extension it works fine in a hard house to re-drill as well. No worries about starting, gas spills, carb issues etc. Plenty of inexpensive Battery operated options these days…all seem to be quite solid and have been around quite a while now.

Gas motors last years and years as batteries typically do not. I like having a 2 stroke auger knowing they will always be there. Carbs are simple. Keeping gas from spilling is simple. Electric is nice but not my style for bigger holes.

Gas motors last years and years as batteries typically do not. I like having a 2 stroke auger knowing they will always be there. Carbs are simple. Keeping gas from spilling is simple. Electric is nice but not my style for bigger holes.
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If you are talking 10″ holes to drill out a spearing hole or something I get it but I have used the same two batteries since day one, drilled thousands of holes with 8″ and never had an issue with not having enough room for walleyes, crappies, or large Pike…plus I guarantee you a battery operated Auger will outlast any gas engine…no parts plain and simple. I ran an Eskimo Gas Augers before moving to my ION and it is not even close as far as dependability, less costly per hole drilled, no warm up needed, overall weight, just pull the trigger and instantly cutting, in an Ice Castle no fumes, etc etc. You could give me a Gas Auger for Free and I wouldn’t want it. StrikeMaster makes superb Battery operated units as well. But to each his own.