Strikemaster Electralazer

[Grizzly_lokolman]

I wanted to let everyone who is thinking about buying a new auger know that I just bought the new "Electra Lazer" from strike master. This auger is great- its a little bit slower cutting than a gas auger, but not a big deal, maybe takes 1 1/2 times a long. I put about 20 holes through about 2 feet of ice yesterday on one charge. It also uses the same 12v battery as a vexilar or camera, so if you run low you can always swap. If you run and gun and drill a ton of holes, this might not be the best buy, but if you are planning on staying somewhere for a while or have a permanent this would be the way to go. The one thing I don't like is that it has a button to depress instead of a lever, but it's not that big of a deal. After owning a gas auger for a number of years, it's pretty awesome to be able to just flip a switch and drill. It also has an external power cord that you can hook up to your vehicle/ATV/Snowmobile if your run out of juice. I would definitely reccomend *****

[Ed Carlson]

We are like minded Griz.

That is my new ice auger as well.

My views reflect yours, great unit, great option for most anglers needs.

A much Lighter and Greener option than most I have owned.

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[pulleye16]

I've had mine for about 3 years now. At first I was in love, but I'm lossing interest in it. You have to replace the battery ever other year in order to maintain drilling 20 holes. My battery can only get 5-6 in 18" now. You also have to pull your battery out and charge it if you don't have a heated gargae or heated area to store your battery (it really takes a toll to charge it when its cold). Buying as new battery every other year really doesn't off set the gas prices to me. I love the no fumes and easy start but thats about it. Also, swaping out batteries seems to be a pain also (my two screws on top NEVER on screw right). The external power cables are a good idea in a pinch but sucks otherwise.

If they had the propane auger when I bought mine, I'd totally have gone that route. WAY WAY better IMO.

In summary...

-20 holes only when battery is in tip-top performance.

-20 holes in a day is not that much. You may think its plenty for you now, but when it changes, your stuck with it (like I am now).

-replacing batteries is not cheaper then using gas

-VERY easy to start

-No Fumes is awesome

-No mix and very little maintenance (other then proper battery maintenance)

-there are better augers out there for no fumes if thats what you want (Propane)

-SM is a great company to deal with.

[Finlander]

I bought one for drilling holes in my permanent house. It's great not having to smell fumes for a few hours after drilling.

I also bought an extension as this makes it easier to get thru the thick ice and blocked up house.

[sweept]

I also purchased one this season and absolutely love it.