Videos tagged with Armicite Sidekick

This video details an expensive tactical gear setup featuring a combination of digital thermal and night vision devices. The presenter explains that the high cost is primarily due to specialized components like the Armicite Sidekick digital thermal unit and the Raven Bridge, which are integrated onto a non-ballistic bump helmet. The setup aims to provide enhanced visibility in darkness by layering thermal detection over traditional night vision, allowing for the identification of camouflaged targets.

This guide details critical maintenance and handling mistakes to avoid with night vision devices, specifically the PVS14. It emphasizes covering lenses to prevent light damage and removing batteries to avoid accidental activation and corrosion. The instructor also advises against sharing valuable night vision equipment to maintain a tactical advantage.

This video compares a $50-$60 knockoff night vision mount to a genuine $500 Wilcox mount. The comparison focuses on the amount of play or 'wiggle' in the mount when attached to a helmet and when holding night vision devices. The knockoff mount exhibits significantly more play, audible wiggling, and has experienced screw retention issues, leading to a strong recommendation against its use with expensive night vision equipment.

This guide details a setup for homestead defense utilizing both thermal and night vision capabilities. It outlines the process of mounting an Armicite Sidekick thermal imager and an Armicite PVS14 night vision device onto a Team Wendy helmet using a Willcox mount and Raven Group bridge. The setup also includes Peltor electronic hearing protection for situational awareness.