How to Sharpen an Ice Auger Blade

Having a well functioning ice augur will make your ice fishing outings much more enjoyable. One of the most common problems that people face when dealing with their ice augurs is a dull blade. This is especially true if you are still using a manual ice augur which can make drilling your hole extremely strenuous. Whether you have a manual, electric, or gas augur this sharpening method is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to sharpen your blade.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Hand-held ice auger blade sharpener

1. Determine which type of blades your ice augur has. They can be either straight or curved. The type of blade will determine the type of hand-held ice auger blade sharpener that you need. (For blade sharpener providers refer to the link in the resources section of this article.)

2. Hold the sharpener so that the blade's guard is protecting your hand and the sharpener is at a 90-degree angle in relation to the ice auger blade.

3. Place the tip of the sharpener onto the inside of the ice auger blade and run the sharpener up the blade.

4. Repeat the previous step three times for each side of the ice auger blade.

Tips & Warnings

• To get a more professional sharpening you might consider removing the blades from the ice auger and placing them in a vise. This will help steady the ice auger blade and create more resistance for the sharpener.

Resources

• Handheld Blade Sharpener Provider