Videos tagged with Night Vision Course

This video details essential gear considerations for night vision training, covering rifle, pistol, and helmet setups. It emphasizes the importance of balanced helmet configurations, appropriate laser and illumination devices, and reliable night vision units like RNVG Alphas. The presenter also highlights crucial supporting equipment such as extra batteries, maintenance tools, and personal protective gear for effective and safe night operations.

This video provides a beginner's overview of night vision technology, emphasizing the importance of understanding use cases, differentiating between digital and traditional phosphor systems, and recognizing the significant cost involved. The presenters highlight the necessity of professional training, such as courses offered by Jawless Hog Tactical, to learn proper gear setup, weapon manipulation, and effective use of IR lasers and illuminators in low-light conditions. They stress that proficiency with night vision requires substantial time, practice, and a deep understanding of one's equipment.

This entry details the L3Harris PVS-31A BNVD, a high-end dual-tube night vision device featuring Gen 3 white phosphor filmless tubes. Expert insights from Ivan of Kit Badger, a former Marine, highlight its lightweight design, articulating housing for improved balance and situational awareness, and robust military-grade durability. The PVS-31A is presented as a top-tier investment for professional tactical applications, offering superior clarity and performance in low-light conditions.

This review covers the Unobtainium Gear Dank Robber Heavy chest rig, designed for larger caliber magazines like .308 SR-25, FAL, and SCAR Heavy. The presenter highlights its scalability, particularly its ability to attach to a plate carrier, which significantly improves comfort by distributing weight. While comfortable for extended use when integrated with armor, the standalone harness can cause neck irritation.

This video showcases the author's course loadout for the 2021 AMTAC Shooting Night Vision Course. It details a comprehensive array of tactical gear, firearms, optics, and accessories, providing viewers with a detailed look at the equipment used for advanced night vision training. The loadout includes items from various reputable brands, covering personal protective equipment, weapon systems, communication devices, and mission-critical accessories.

This review of the Radian Model 1 17.5" 5.56 rifle highlights its premium construction, including billet 7075 T6 aluminum receivers and a Cerakote finish. The rifle features ambidextrous controls, the Radian Vertex trigger, and a Raptor charging handle. Accuracy testing revealed sub-MOA potential with specific ammunition, and the reviewer details its performance in various demanding shooting scenarios, including night vision and long-range engagements.

This video details a comprehensive night vision course loadout used by Kit Badger for a Level 1 Introduction to Night Vision course by Cuyval Dar Inc. The loadout emphasizes increased capability and cost, featuring a Prometheus Design Works CC12 bag, Arbor Arms battle belt with various pouches, Black Point Tactical holster, Smith Optics ballistic lenses, Surefire hearing protection, and Outdoor Research gloves. The headborne system includes a ProTac helmet with a Norotos mount, housing an L3 filmless white phosphorus NVG tube. Weapon systems include a Glock 17 Gen 3 with a Streamlight Vir-2 and Holosun 507C X2 ACSS optic, and a KAC KP-15 rifle with a Ballistic Advantage upper, KAC Lynx suppressor, Aimpoint CompM5, and Steiner OTAL-A IR laser.

This video reviews the AGM Global Vision Gen 2 PVS-14 night observation device. It explains the terminology of night vision generations, highlighting the differences between Gen 2 and Gen 3 in terms of light gathering capability and resolution. The review covers practical use cases, the limitations of Gen 2 in very dark environments, and the necessity of supplemental illumination. It also details the included accessories and basic operational features of the PVS-14.

This review covers the Salomon Forces Sua Sponte MkIII mid-height assault boots, highlighting their performance in wet, cold, and snowy conditions during night vision courses and hunting trips. The boots feature a Gore-Tex waterproof membrane, speed lacing system, and slip-resistant, anti-static, and puncture-resistant soles. While effective in adverse weather, the Gore-Tex breathability is noted as limited in warmer environments. The boots are made in Cambodia and retail around $200.

This video features a 3-day Night Vision Course by AMTAC Shooting, led by Bill Rapier. The course progresses through basic to advanced techniques, starting with daylight pistol and rifle drills before transitioning to nighttime operations under night vision. It's designed for individuals with any level of experience, aiming to enhance efficiency in low-light environments. The description also includes links to Kit Badger's website for products and support, as well as a link to AMTAC Shooting's courses.