Why Nils is better???

[Borch]

I've never seen any auger as fast as any of the Nils augers I've used including the one I own. It's more than the speed. It's also the ease that this thing goes through the ice.

Good Luck!

[Windy]

muc33,

Thanks for the heads up on running it before drilling. Give me a hollar when your in the area and if I am not busy, I will give you a ride in the SnoBear. Thanks!!

Jason

[troutmadness]

Just wondering, How long does it take to run a whole tank through the Nils? I just dont want to anger my neighbors who live very close.

[muc33]

To tell you the truth, I can't even recall from a year and a half ago, I did it on a Saturday, we ran two tanks through becasue we had pretty thin ice at the time and couldn't really fish safely. But I got it done in a day. Sorry, was doing other honey-do's and went back in garage and it was empty, filled it and started back to other things.

[Todd_J]

When I broke mine in it took a less than a tank of gas running at idle.

[Windy]

I used my Nils for the first time today and it was simply the best auger I have ever used period! I simply could not believe how it drilled, not pulling one way, not throwing a guy around and it stayed running when I laid it on the ice. AWESOME!! Normally, drilling alot of holes you eventually get tired but with the Nils, I don't know if that is an issue. My friend also had his Nils out for the first time today and he says the same thing. Honestly, my kids could drill with this auger if they were a bit taller.

All in all, I am a believer in the Nils 100% so far. I have alot of fishing to do yet this year so we will see what happens.

Thanks for all the Great advise and leading me to the Nils!! If this one performs well for an extended period of time, I will be purchasing another one very soon.

Jason

www.hardwateradventures.com

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[Note from admin: You can buy Nils Master Ice Augers for sale by clicking here.]

[buddha]

Windy,

I am also a satisfied owner and purchased one a few years ago after reading many forums. I'm glad I did with no disrespect to other brands. This is a great machine and should last a long time.

[randallt]

Do these things ever go on sale at end of year?

[Note from Nils-No sales, they are "Sold Out" as of 2/1/08 and will be available in September of 2008 at Nils Master Ice Augers.]

[nolte]

I was wondering if a guy can get an extension, if he bought the shorter version of this auger. For the few times I'd need an ext in a year, I'd rather have the more compact auger the other 90% of the time.

[Borch]

Yes they sell extentions. They are different than most as the extend the bottom of the auger with flighting attatched so the auger extends. They are not listed at the store right now. Try the "Contactg us" button and request the info.

[JScott]

I found out just running it was not enough at first. I called the Nils Rep, and because o the tight industrial tolerances on ther Tanaka engine he said to rev it real high without the bit attached and while revving it, to toggle the choke back and forth until it almost dies, then back off on it. Apparently the diaphrams will sometimes dry out while in the warehouse and this took care of the problem of not cutting through the entire hole. Interestingly, the Rep. said no need to run several tanks, just do the choke toggle procedure right out of the box.

It cuts great now and I'm really glad I bought one. I have the 42" which is the smaller one, and will be in the market for the extention for those rare times it is needed.

[Todd_J]

Thanks for the tip on the choke toggle, JJohnson.

Enjoy!

[Rick]

Just a heads up, Nils Augers are back in stock.

You can see Nils Master Ice Augers for sale by clicking here.

[harvey lee]

Great to hear. I do love my Nils.

[Chode2235]

The In-fisherman ice guide talked about the NEW nils 4 stroke, but I cant find any info on them anywhere.

Is that a typo or where can I find one?

[harvey lee]

I do not believe they have offered one to date.

[Tim O]

Rick,

I read this and ordered one!

About how long will it take to ship?

I can hardly wait to try it out.

Got AA camo suit last week and loved it for deer hunting.

Even got some blood on it already!

[DTro]

Congrats on the purchase, you will love it!

[buddha]

IMHO, Zero disprespect to any other brands, I buy local when all possible, I have the Nils Master Auger, purchased from this site 3 years ago and it rocks!. It's light, fast, and reliable, just like others. I'm sure it will last as long as I need it. I know that the more I run it the faster it gets.

[croixflats]

I'm leaning towards a Nils. But I have a question regarding reopening holes. Is it better to drill next to the old hole or can you reopen it. And can you clean the hole out if it refreazes a little without it catching and jerking and possibly damaging auger. Or are you better off using a chipper blade for doing this.

[Todd_J]

I've used it to reopen a few holes, but not extensively. I don't have a perm, but wanted to reopen the holes I slayed the walleye through the evening before (color me superstitious) I didn't experience any problems (e.g. bucking, grabbing, etc).

[Rick]

We use the Nils auger regularly to re-open holes in our Permanent Fish House with no problem.

Nils Master Auger - Click Here for more info.

[croixflats]

So looks like Nils it will be. How fast will the augers sell out at the ice show? Thats when I'll be purchasing one.

[cRaPpiEMaN8265]

If they use an engine that is half the size of what most companies use why is the Nils so much more expensive? I understand the blades are really good but they charge like 100 bucks more than the lazer mag express:/

Thanks for clarifying,

Ryan

[bwtrout]

I ran into Surface Tension late ice season last year and he demonstrated the Nil's, I was very impressed!!! Pretty much drills on its own.