Videos tagged with Night Vision Competition

This review of the Henry SPD Hush .357 Magnum/.38 Special lever-action rifle highlights its features as a modern suppressor host with a carbon fiber barrel and M-LOK forend. While acknowledging its fun factor and nostalgic appeal, the review details practical limitations, including challenging reloading procedures, potential feeding issues with .38 Special, and accuracy limitations typical of lever-action platforms. The presenter, Ivan Skipper of Skippper.com, provides detailed ballistic data from various ammunition types tested at 50 yards.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Moons Out 2026 night vision shooting competition, detailing 10 challenging stages. The presenter, who achieved 11th place overall out of 146 competitors, showcases various shooting techniques, equipment setups including night vision devices and suppressed firearms, and the demanding physical and mental aspects of night-time tactical shooting competitions. The content highlights the importance of accuracy, speed, and adaptability in adverse conditions.

The Moons Out 2026 Night Vision Competition, held at Echo Valley Training Center in West Virginia, offered challenging stages under difficult conditions. The presenter, Ivan from Kit Badger, details his experience competing in both active and passive divisions with a lever-action firearm, highlighting significant challenges with equipment malfunctions, adverse weather, and the inherent difficulties of shooting under night vision. Despite a rough outing marked by numerous malfunctions and equipment issues, the event is praised for its organization, safety, and overall fun, with a strong emphasis on the learning experience gained from overcoming adversity.

This video details the author's competition loadout for the 2026 Moons Out Night Vision Competition, held at Echo Valley Training Center in West Virginia. It covers clothing, footwear, night vision equipment, firearms (an AR-15 and a lever gun), ammunition, and various accessories. The author shares insights into the performance of his gear, particularly highlighting challenges faced due to weather and firearm malfunctions, offering practical lessons learned from the event.

This video details the author's experience at the Moons Out 2025 night vision competition, a brutality-style event emphasizing physical challenges and shooting under NODs. It covers the author's specific rifle setup, including dual laser aiming modules, and recounts memorable stages like shooting from a moving Humvee and a challenging blind stage within a shoot house. The author placed 15th out of 117 competitors in their first night vision match.

This video provides expert advice on traveling with firearms, covering airline regulations, proper packing, and ammunition transport. It also touches on the importance of shooting sports, training, and the quality variations in ammunition. The discussion highlights practical tips from experienced firearm instructors and writers, emphasizing preparation and adherence to rules for a smooth travel experience.

This video details a Steyr AUG A3 rifle setup for the 'Moonzout' night shooting competition, which emphasizes Night Vision Device (NVD) usage. The presenter explains the differences between passive and active night shooting divisions and showcases the Holosun IRIS GR3 IR laser illuminator as a key component for active use. The setup prioritizes co-aligning the IR laser with the optic for effective aiming under NVDs.

The Moons Out 2025 Night Vision Competition, hosted at Echo Valley Training Center, featured 10 challenging stages designed to test skills beyond basic shooting under night vision. Competitors engaged targets in various scenarios, including medical emergencies, dynamic movement, and complex target identification, emphasizing the practical application of night vision equipment and operational skills. The event was lauded for its excellent organization, safety, and innovative stage design, with participants competing in both passive and active night vision divisions.

Ivan from Kit Badger details his competition loadout for the 2025 Moons Out Night Vision Competition held at Echo Valley Training Center. He covers essential gear for cold weather and night operations, including boots, socks, pants, jackets, and headwear. The loadout also features crucial night vision equipment, communication gear, and a comprehensive firearm setup for both active and passive divisions, highlighting the Q Honey Badger and Q Boom Box.

This review of the Griffin Armament Mk2 12.5" rifle highlights its ambidextrous features, suppressor-optimized components, and performance in various shooting scenarios. The reviewer details accuracy testing with multiple ammunition types, achieving sub-2 MOA groups with match-grade loads. The rifle is recommended for those seeking a feature-rich, turn-key AR-15 platform, particularly for suppressed use.

This video compares the performance of Personal Defense Weapons (PDWs) against handguns and rifles in various shooting scenarios. The presenter, Brass Facts, argues that PDWs offer a significant performance advantage over handguns, especially at distances beyond 50 yards, and can be comparable to rifles up to approximately 150 yards. The content highlights PDW advantages in accuracy, hit factor, and one-handed shooting scenarios, while also acknowledging potential drawbacks like deployment speed in close quarters.

The Beyond Clothing Guide Lite Gloves are presented as a versatile, lighter-duty alternative to their Guide Gloves, suitable for backcountry activities. They offer insulation without being overly bulky, making them useful for temperature regulation during activities like hiking and camping. The gloves are highlighted for their durability in camp chores, ability to maintain warmth even when damp, and sufficient dexterity for tasks like fire-starting and shooting. While not fully waterproof, they offer water resistance and can be treated with balms for enhanced protection.