HT Polar Fire 33cc Gas Ice Auger

[JoeKer]

Anyone, besides me? http://www.cabelas.com/product/HT-Polar-Fire-33cc-Ice-Auger/1406346.uts

[mrpike1973]

i may be wrong but i was told it is a eskimo auger with cheaper build.

[JoeKer]

Anyone got one of these or use one? Any first-hand knowledge, preferably NOT HEAR-SAY? Any USEFULL SOLID info.?

[BartmanMN]

Pretty sure that is a new Power auger for HT this year, so reviews would be tough. First thing I would want to know is the manufacturer on the motor. That will help with parts and service long term. HT does have a hand auger that has been out for awhile.

[Brad B]

Pretty sure that is a new Power auger for HT this year, so reviews would be tough. First thing I would want to know is the manufacturer on the motor. That will help with parts and service long term. HT does have a hand auger that has been out for awhile.

the other thing that I would like to know along with what you said is where can a person get replacement blades of this.

[Agronomist_at_IA]

It's basicly an Eskimo 33cc sting ray with a little bit lighter auger bit. It's not a suprise that HT would be selling these at this price. I had a friend that picked up and Eskimo 33cc from Scheels at the end of last winter for under $200 new. For $200 I don't think you can go wrong. If its HT you can probably get blades at walmart if it uses the same has the hand augers.

[bigblue]

I may be wrong but it is a Eskimo Stringray with the Viper engine. going on 4 years now with the Eskimo it's been great light easy start cuts well. Parts are available but I haven't needed any .

[JoeKer]

Well either way can't wait to get 'er and put 'er to use and find out. And yes I know it ain't nothing fancy or top-o-the line and most will probably tell me it's junk but.. It's my first gas auger, finally! Hope all goes well, I think it will though. Thanks.

[Pooh]

Let us know how it is. All they do is cut ice, don't need bells and whistles to do that

[hnd]

as long as your arm isn't sore by the end of the day who cares what they say.

if you are fishing 60-70 days a year popping 50-100 holes a day its probably not the best choice, but for the weekend warrior i doubt you can go wrong.

[Agronomist_at_IA]

Well either way can't wait to get 'er and put 'er to use and find out. And yes I know it ain't nothing fancy or top-o-the line and most will probably tell me it's junk but.. It's my first gas auger, finally! Hope all goes well, I think it will though. Thanks.

Hey it looks like a nice auger to me. I can't really see where there would be anything wrong with it. It isn't that fastest auger on the block, but like with my buddies stingray 33cc when i drill a hole it doesn't throw water and ice all over my feet like my jiffy model 30 does. You'll like it and the weight is nice and light.

[ClownColor]

I'd take that auger over my more expensive auger with PLASTIC handles any day.

Looks like a GREAT buy!

[rcguy]

I've got one - picked it up yesterday at Cabela's for just over $200. Took it out this morning and cut about 20 holes. Worked just fine - plenty of power. I'm a weekender and it seems like it is going to be a good auger for my use.

[JoeKer]

Sweet, sounds great! Can't wait to try 'er out! I think it should be perfect for anyone who ain't a "pro 1000+ holes every trip guy".

[JoeKer]

Thanks for all the help guys, less than a week now 'til I get to try 'er out! Can't wait!