Videos tagged with Manual Gain

This video provides an expert overview of TNVC's new Talon and Raptor night vision housings, presented by a knowledgeable instructor at SHOT Show 2026. Key features like manual gain, weight savings, and compatibility with PVS-14 components are detailed, along with pricing and availability. The presentation highlights the advancements in low-profile and lightweight night vision technology for tactical applications.

Dominick from Steele Industries provides an expert overview of their Nighthawk line of night vision systems at Shot Show 2026. The presentation covers the Nighthawk MG housing, the reliable Nighthawk Fixed Bridge, the lightweight Nighthawk Light, and the innovative Nighthawk Pano panoramic goggles. Pricing varies significantly based on image intensifier tube quality, and a new Steele Battery Pack is also featured.

This video critically reviews the AGM PVS14 knockoff with a Gen 2 Plus white phosphorus intensifier tube, deeming it a poor value proposition. The instructor highlights significant performance and durability drawbacks compared to Gen 3 units, including inferior glass, increased halo effects, distortion, and a cheap, chintzy build quality. The high cost, approaching low-end Gen 3 prices, negates any perceived savings, making it an unwise investment for serious users.

This entry details the Infiray Jerry-31, a budget-friendly Chinese-made binocular night vision device. It highlights cost-saving measures like NNVT Gen 2+ tubes and smaller lenses, while acknowledging its value for depth perception compared to high-end monoculars. The review, presented by an expert in tactical gear, covers features, performance limitations, and market positioning.

Dave Miller from Tactical Rifleman provides an expert-level guide to the MNVD night vision monocular. The video covers essential concepts like night vision generations, FOM calculation, autogating, and phosphor types (white vs. green). It details the MNVD's features, including manual gain and focus, its 18650 battery, and compatibility with Wilcox mounts. Miller concludes by recommending the MNVD as a top-tier civilian option for observation and tactical applications due to its performance and value.

This guide details the operation of the Armasight by FLIR BNVD, emphasizing its superior 51-degree field of view for tactical applications. It covers battery versatility (AA/CR123), mounting options, independent tube flip-up, manual gain control, IR illuminator use, and extended runtime with an external battery pack. Optional 3x magnification lenses are also discussed for long-range use. Instruction is informed by the practical experience of a retired US Special Forces operator.