I have this auger. I live in Manitoba. We have very thick ice here late in the season. I have no problem with this auger cutting through thick ice. If you are going to run and gun, I suggest you buy an extra battery. And make sure you keep your battery warm. For the kind of fishing I do, I never drill more than 20+ holes in a single outing. So this auger fits me perfectly. It packs a punch and is very light weight.
This is comment I needed to see. I’m also from Manitoba and the ice this year was 30+ inches. I’ve been going back and fourth, but this comment has helped me make my decision.
I just got this auger because of the weight for places I have to hike into. I like it a lot but I haven't drilled more than twenty holes at a time with it. After seeing your review I'm confident it will fit my needs quite well. Thanks for the great review!
I think you will love this auger, even though it does fall a little short on the amount of ice it is able to cut. With a second battery this unit should be unstoppable!
I run the 40v 10" Strikemaster in Manitoba and love it haven't dropped the battery below 4 bars yet though the season is young. 5' of ice will be the big tell in how it's going to work.
Sold my Mako yesterday and pitching up this one today.... Don't care about the 80 holes cuz if ur punching anywhere near that amount in 1 outing jus get an extra battery.
What size hole were ya drilling .....6" 8" 10" makes a difference. Do the same test with 10" and compare the results . 🥶. Very impressive for 8" an hole . Think I'll go shopping Friday !
I want to like the StrikeMaster but… I got the new 24V with the lite-flite bit at only 14 lbs. anything sold after Aug 2021 has a recall on the blades. Got the new auger a month ago and it would stop every 6-8” and beep. They told me to get the recall blades which I did. They were worse! Didn’t cut, they just spin on top of the ice. Lean hard on them they cut a little. Returned the whole thing to the local store and they gave me a new one. The store took my original auger And a demo floor model to the lake and the demo model cut right through the ice whereas my auger wouldn’t cut at all. I took the new auger home went right to the lake I drilled a 12 inch hole OK and the second hole wouldn’t cut at all. Took it to a different lake same thing. Sent a message to StrikeMaster and they told me I have bad blades and to order the Recall blades. Hopefully they’ll ship the blades next week. I am very skeptical this is the fourth set of blades on two new augurs. They don’t cut ice at all. They’re having a lot of problems with their quality of blades. I’m starting to get nervous I might just return it again. Go back to the ion. I had my generation 1 Ion for seven years and it worked flawlessly really sad that I sold it. Update 3/26/22: So I got replacement blades for the 2 nd auger…. They cut a lot better. By that time it got warm out so the ice had a lot of water content and was softer so it cut right through 18” of ice and did 28 holes. Hope it will work this good when the ice is cold and hard. We will see next year.
Great review! I would run would definitely get one if I didn't have a electric auger already. My problem is my kid always likes to bring his big 10" gas. I don't mind because he's punchin the holes! Lol
It does seem that StrikeMaster over promised on the amount of ice inches that this auger will cut. I would maybe reach out to Strike Master Customer Service. Thank You for watching the video, we hope you enjoy the ice season!
Yes, all strikemaster bits are interchangeable with strikemaster powerheads. However, I think you would get less total cutting inches with the chipper bit. I hope this answers your questions. Thanks for watching.
Anybody use the 24v 8” Strikemaster to redrill holes? I stay pretty much stationary in my wheelhouse all winter. I’ve used other augers that struggled to redrill an existing hole and I’m curious if anybody has done this yet with the 24v 8”. Thanks.
I reached out to about a dozen owners of this auger... The majority of them said, " it reopens old holes like a dream." 1 or 2 of them said, " your better off with a chipper blade". I hope this was the information you were looking for. Thanks for watching.
I would go with chipper blades as opposed to laser blades for redrilling existing holes. Laser blades are faster for sure but chipper blades are more rugged and more durable. Keep a taut line!
I'm on pace for 600" per charge myself with my 24v through 12 in of ice. I will say, that the 24v in this video appears to be cutting slower than mine does. Mine is super fast and super smooth... that one seems to be slower.
@@Van020280 maybe there is a battery issue. & not that 600” is not “ok” but it’s not what’s promised? I’ve got a 24V on the way. Hopefully if this is a factory “issue” SM will issue an update or battery fix to hit the 800” as promised
@@coldspring624 I've got the 8". I was out again today and drained one of my batteries. One charge cut 43 holes in both 12" and 13" of ice for a total of approximately 540" of ice cut. Under spec for sure but at least I have another battery. I won't get many holes through 20+ inches of ice though.
We have not reached out to StrikeMaster about this yet, we would like to get some more use out of it first, to see if anything changes. However, the people we have talked to have all noticed that it does cut less than promised.
Honestly, people aren't going to cut that many holes unless they are in tournaments and in tournaments they cut up to 200 300 holes, or just really running and gunning, most people would just use this in ice castle. Pros and cons got to give somewhere. In return of light weight you lose some battery capacity. No perfect auger out there.
Dont believe the hype this auger drills about 12 holes that are 20 inches deep..... you will need extra batteries ($200 ea) if you wish to drill lots of holes with this auger. (maybe i got a shit battery who knows) I would buy the ION instead!
I have this auger. I live in Manitoba. We have very thick ice here late in the season. I have no problem with this auger cutting through thick ice. If you are going to run and gun, I suggest you buy an extra battery. And make sure you keep your battery warm. For the kind of fishing I do, I never drill more than 20+ holes in a single outing. So this auger fits me perfectly. It packs a punch and is very light weight.
Good to hear. We love it so far. Thanks for watching.
This is comment I needed to see. I’m also from Manitoba and the ice this year was 30+ inches.
I’ve been going back and fourth, but this comment has helped me make my decision.
I just got this auger because of the weight for places I have to hike into. I like it a lot but I haven't drilled more than twenty holes at a time with it. After seeing your review I'm confident it will fit my needs quite well. Thanks for the great review!
It is a great lil unit. You will be happy with your purchase. Thanks for watching.
I got the same one and wow I love it so light and a true power house
Thanks for watching! We hope you enjoy your auger and good luck this ice fishing season.
I live in the southern most point of ice fishing (ohio) this auger is perfect for me, we never get more than 12 inches of ice. I love it
Yes. Those are perfect conditions for that auger.
well guys you help make my mind up. cabelas here I come. I might get a extra battery for it next year
I think you will love this auger, even though it does fall a little short on the amount of ice it is able to cut. With a second battery this unit should be unstoppable!
I run the 40v 10" Strikemaster in Manitoba and love it haven't dropped the battery below 4 bars yet though the season is young. 5' of ice will be the big tell in how it's going to work.
I don't think you'll be disappointed. Good luck this season.
Great review fellas!
Thanks
Just picked one up there freaking amazing!!!
I just bought the lite Flite drill! Gonna give er a rip!
Nice! I think you'll really like it...Good luck ice fishing!
Sold my Mako yesterday and pitching up this one today.... Don't care about the 80 holes cuz if ur punching anywhere near that amount in 1 outing jus get an extra battery.
What temperature was it out when you filmed this? Im wondering how long the battery last in -0 temps
I would guess around 10 degrees.
@LivinMNOutdoors nice!!! I'm really considering buying one but as I live in Wisconsin it gets cold as a well diggers ass
That looks like an awesome auger!! I gotta have one!!
Thanks for watching, we are glad you enjoyed the video!
That was a great live for you!! Looking forward to more of your videos!! Good luck to you!!
I'm still using a hand auger but like this!! You just got a sub!! Great Channel!!
Thank you for the support. We love our electric augers.
What size hole were ya drilling .....6" 8" 10" makes a difference. Do the same test with 10" and compare the results . 🥶.
Very impressive for 8" an hole . Think I'll go shopping Friday !
This was an 8" auger.
I want to like the StrikeMaster but… I got the new 24V with the lite-flite bit at only 14 lbs. anything sold after Aug 2021 has a recall on the blades. Got the new auger a month ago and it would stop every 6-8” and beep. They told me to get the recall blades which I did. They were worse! Didn’t cut, they just spin on top of the ice. Lean hard on them they cut a little. Returned the whole thing to the local store and they gave me a new one. The store took my original auger And a demo floor model to the lake and the demo model cut right through the ice whereas my auger wouldn’t cut at all. I took the new auger home went right to the lake I drilled a 12 inch hole OK and the second hole wouldn’t cut at all. Took it to a different lake same thing. Sent a message to StrikeMaster and they told me I have bad blades and to order the Recall blades. Hopefully they’ll ship the blades next week. I am very skeptical this is the fourth set of blades on two new augurs. They don’t cut ice at all. They’re having a lot of problems with their quality of blades. I’m starting to get nervous I might just return it again. Go back to the ion. I had my generation 1 Ion for seven years and it worked flawlessly really sad that I sold it.
Update 3/26/22: So I got replacement blades for the 2 nd auger…. They cut a lot better. By that time it got warm out so the ice had a lot of water content and was softer so it cut right through 18” of ice and did 28 holes. Hope it will work this good when the ice is cold and hard. We will see next year.
Sorry you've had such bad luck. I hope StrikeMaster makes it right for you. We have had really good luck with both ION & StrikeMaster.
Strikemaster 2 year full warranty plus a great price and fast drilling great auger guys!!!!!!
It's been good to us.
Bought it last spring,never used it!,bought a otter tube for auger
It's a great auger.
How many holes did you cut before you noticed it was getting warm?
It started to get warm after about 60 holes
Great review! I would run would definitely get one if I didn't have a electric auger already. My problem is my kid always likes to bring his big 10" gas. I don't mind because he's punchin the holes! Lol
Thanks for watching, we appreciate the comments! Them big ol' gas augers are definitely for the young guys.
Great job guys
Pack your bags and head north bro!
I got about 35 holes at 10 inches only with a full charge 4ah battery that came with the auger..
It does seem that StrikeMaster over promised on the amount of ice inches that this auger will cut. I would maybe reach out to Strike Master Customer Service. Thank You for watching the video, we hope you enjoy the ice season!
Does it have battery charge indicator?
Yes it does.
Have the wrench included and mounted like the 40?
Yes it does, just like the 40V
Can the StrikeMaster Single Chipper Ice Drill Assembly fit on this auger?
Yes, all strikemaster bits are interchangeable with strikemaster powerheads. However, I think you would get less total cutting inches with the chipper bit. I hope this answers your questions. Thanks for watching.
I honestly can't say I've ever cut 100 holes ice fishing with a power auger. Most of the time I cut maybe 30.
This wouldbe the perfect auger for you then.. thanks for watching.
Can it fit the chipper blade assembly?
All strikemaster bits will fit.
Nice fishing holes! I would definitely have to have hand warmers and 5 layers of clothing and socks lol🥶🥶🥶
Thanks for watching and commenting. Winter is definitely a lot easier with all the warm winter gear that we have.
Livin MN Outdoors We finally got snow here in Tyler Texas!😁
@@tinaladybug8392 We got snow late this year, just before Christmas, except for our October blizzard!
Does anyone know if this fits on the ATV Digger auger carrying system?
Great question, unfortunately I don't have an answer. Thanks for watching!
Are there any for 250 mm 10 inches?
I believe you can get them in a 6", 8" and 10" sizes.
@@LivinMNOutdoors Can you show me the 10" auger?
@@alexeymartushev1711 I don't own the 10" auger. But, if I ever get one, I'll make a video.
What is the cost?
$400
Can this auger cut thur 12 inch of ice
Yes it can. Cut plenty of holes through 24"+ ice.
Anybody use the 24v 8” Strikemaster to redrill holes? I stay pretty much stationary in my wheelhouse all winter. I’ve used other augers that struggled to redrill an existing hole and I’m curious if anybody has done this yet with the 24v 8”. Thanks.
I reached out to about a dozen owners of this auger... The majority of them said, " it reopens old holes like a dream." 1 or 2 of them said, " your better off with a chipper blade". I hope this was the information you were looking for.
Thanks for watching.
I would go with chipper blades as opposed to laser blades for redrilling existing holes. Laser blades are faster for sure but chipper blades are more rugged and more durable. Keep a taut line!
So strike master claims 50 holes @ 16” thick. That’s 800”. You got 600” back to back drilling. Have you asked strike master about this difference ?
I'm on pace for 600" per charge myself with my 24v through 12 in of ice.
I will say, that the 24v in this video appears to be cutting slower than mine does. Mine is super fast and super smooth... that one seems to be slower.
@@Van020280 maybe there is a battery issue. & not that 600” is not “ok” but it’s not what’s promised? I’ve got a 24V on the way. Hopefully if this is a factory “issue” SM will issue an update or battery fix to hit the 800” as promised
@@Van020280You running 6 or 8?
@@coldspring624 I've got the 8". I was out again today and drained one of my batteries. One charge cut 43 holes in both 12" and 13" of ice for a total of approximately 540" of ice cut. Under spec for sure but at least I have another battery.
I won't get many holes through 20+ inches of ice though.
We have not reached out to StrikeMaster about this yet, we would like to get some more use out of it first, to see if anything changes. However, the people we have talked to have all noticed that it does cut less than promised.
Drills the 50th hole and disappears threw the weak ice..hahaha
That would have made for good footage. Lol
Should make sure there isn't ice on the blades before you say first time using it lol. I'm from MN too. Let's fish
I think it’s from them setting in the snow
We had just set the auger down in the snow, so there was no ice on there. Where about in MN are you located? Always down to fish!
Drilled about 15 holes last night with my SM 24v and it was down to one bar of battery. 16 inches of ice. Disappointing.
Is it brand new?
bump
Got my sub! I'm in central MN maybe we can get out together sometime!
Thanks for the sub! Where about in central MN are you? We could maybe fish sometime!
@@LivinMNOutdoors wow sorry for the super late reply!! But I'm located in the st cloud area!
@@jacksonbarnes253 feel free to message me on FB or Instagram if you'd like to talk fishing.
@@LivinMNOutdoors message sent
imagine the dude who found all those holes
We did this on a shallow lake where nobody fishes, but I could only imagine what thoughts would be going through that person's head.
Honestly, people aren't going to cut that many holes unless they are in tournaments and in tournaments they cut up to 200 300 holes, or just really running and gunning, most people would just use this in ice castle. Pros and cons got to give somewhere. In return of light weight you lose some battery capacity. No perfect auger out there.
I guess I'm ot sure if your just sharing an opinion, or arguing a point... Either way, thanks for watching.
That looks like Lori lake
Dont believe the hype this auger drills about 12 holes that are 20 inches deep..... you will need extra batteries ($200 ea) if you wish to drill lots of holes with this auger. (maybe i got a shit battery who knows) I would buy the ION instead!
We get a lot more holes than that with ours. Also, ION does not sell a 24V auger that I'm aware of. I do use a 40V ION and have great luck with it.
I want to replace my k drill garbage with this
Highly recommend it.
Got one it is the best!
That is some shallow ice
Yeah, had to work with what we had.
"Let's just say we got 6" of ice"... actual ice depth was 4"
Not quite... There was 6" w/ 1/2" of crusty slush.