Nvision HALO Thermal Scope and Atlas Thermal Binocular - SHOT Show 2020

This review highlights the ATN Thor 6 Mini as a compact and affordable thermal optic suitable for various hunting applications. Key features include a versatile magnification range (3.5x-28x), a 384x288 resolution sensor with a 50 Hz refresh rate for clear tracking, and an intuitive user interface. The optic is IP67 waterproof and features a removable, rechargeable battery, offering practical advantages for field use, especially in adverse weather conditions. The reviewer emphasizes its value for money and suitability for night hunting.

This video provides a budget-friendly review of the Atibal Nexus thermal scope, highlighting its capabilities for night hunting and animal detection. The presenter demonstrates the scope's thermal display and various color palettes, suggesting it's a viable option for those seeking thermal imaging without a high price tag. While not a professional-grade device, it offers practical utility for specific applications like hog or predator control.

This video reviews the PARD USA Sphinx 640 thermal imaging unit, highlighting its large screen, fast refresh rate, and versatility for hunting and property surveillance. While acknowledging its potential for fun and identification, the reviewer cautions against its use for home defense due to screen glare and size. Key features like the built-in rangefinder, multiple color palettes, and durable construction are detailed, offering insights for potential buyers.

The DNT Hydra HS 325 is a versatile and affordable 3-in-1 thermal optic suitable for civilian, law enforcement, and hunting applications. It offers a lightweight design, intuitive controls, and multiple thermal modes, making it easy to use for scanning, hunting, or security purposes. The optic can function as a standalone scanner, a clip-on device, or a dedicated thermal scope for rifles.

This video provides a first look at the Vortex Veil 400 thermal imager, highlighting its user-friendly design, familiar interface modeled after Vortex rangefinders, and suitability for hunters. The reviewer emphasizes its ease of use, photo/video capture capabilities, and internal storage, while also noting limitations in extreme detail compared to high-end models. The device is presented as a solid, mid-range option for those seeking to quickly scan and identify heat sources in the field.

This video provides an in-depth review of the DNT Thermite 635R thermal scope, highlighting its multi-spectral capabilities for daylight, night vision, and thermal imaging. The reviewer, with experience in hog hunting and using multiple thermal sights, praises its intuitive controls, effective throw lever for zoom, and robust app integration for ballistic calculations. Despite some minor drawbacks like battery replacement design, the scope is recommended for its performance and value.

This video features a critique of a home defense AR-15 build by former Navy SEAL Jeff Gonzales. Key takeaways include the importance of a suppressor for indoor use, the critique of an overly complex sling, and recommendations for reliable optics. The discussion highlights the trade-offs of short-barreled rifles (SBRs) for home defense and emphasizes practical gear selection over complexity.

This guide details the tool-less field stripping process for the Beretta ARX-160, as demonstrated by a Beretta factory representative. It covers the quick-release barrel, stock, trigger group, and bolt assembly, emphasizing ease of maintenance. The representative highlights the rifle's modularity and ambidextrous features, noting its current military availability with future civilian plans.

This entry details the Fostech .50 Cal Drum Magazine, designed for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, featuring a 20-round capacity and billet machined aluminum construction. It also touches upon the Fostech Rader .308 rifle. The information is presented with high technical focus from a manufacturer representative.

This video from ARFCOM News details a ballistic gel test of Remington's 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum ammunition fired from a 16-inch Rossi Model M92 carbine. The test highlights how carbine-length barrels significantly enhance .357 Magnum performance, achieving velocities comparable to some .300 Blackout loads and demonstrating substantial penetration and expansion in ballistic gel. The analysis touches on terminal ballistics theories and the unique behavior of high-velocity pistol rounds fired from rifles.