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  1. J

    Reap-ir vs MKii image

    The REAP-IR also has a new and better lens material allowing, according to IR Defense, 17% more thermal return to pass through to the sensor. The end result is more detail, better resolution. But, imo, the REAP-IR features I find really attractive are the smaller size and lighter weight as well...
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    Deciding on a thermal scope

    30hrtz is adequate for a scope and 60 Hrtz does not improve the utility of a 320 unit over a 640, 30hrtz unit. I would compare FOV of the two units. I suspect the FOV of the 640 unit is significantly greater, both due to resolution/lens math and the greater native magnification of the 320 unit...
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    Deciding on a thermal scope

    Here is my take: For less than the additional cost of a clip on vs. a dedicated scope (roughly an extra $1,000 for a properly colimated clip on vs. a similar spec dedicated scope) I can set up my day optic with a top of the line, repeatable QD mount. And also my thermal scope, if it isn't...
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    Practicing with Night Vision

    Nice! Congrats! JPK
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    How many 300+ lb boars have succumbed to 6.8 SPC ?

    I have a buddy who has a place not far from Morehead City and he has hogs on it at times. JPK
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    Suggestions

    I'll shoot you a PM tomorrow. Hitting the hay now. JPK
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    HOW NOT TO SHOOT MOVING TARGETS.

    Wow, great editing!!! JOK
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    Suggestions

    The housings are different. Specific tunes can be ordered. You can get, for example, a run of the mill, ok performing tube in your PVS 14 or you can get a high spec white phosphor tune in your PVS 14 that will blow your socks off. Less choice for non standard units like the NYX 14 typically...
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    Quality of Image

    We kill a lot of fox and some coyote (because we don't have that many coyotes around) with a Pulsar 50S, which is native 2x, and with an IR Defense MK II, with 2.5x native. 2-2.5x is plenty of magnification for fox at 100yds, even raccoons or opossums, without digital zoom. 2x digital zoom can...
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    Buy Once, Cry Once Thermal Monocular

    Frank, Iirc, a Patrol lists for $6,500 and IR Defense does not have a new one out. But IR D has had the best view through their thermals since their 12 micron 640 core came out, three years ago. Taco, I don't disagree, but for a guy looking to equip himself now with thermal's now the 12 micron...
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    always start with a full mag!

    Great shooting while your ammo held out! If your using 5.56 I have a 60rnd Surefire mag I'll send you way! I'd like to see how many you drop with that mag loaded to the brim! And I agree with the fellow who posted that you got more with that almost dry mag than I would with a full one. JPK
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    IR Patrol M300W Helmet Mount

    Frank, If you are willing to live with the former USGI RHNO bayonet/horn mount's negatives they will get the job done. But ever notice the bungee cords from helmet to mount that guys use when they are using them? It is because of the built in slop. A dovetail mount eliminates the slop. With a...
  13. J

    Buy Once, Cry Once Thermal Monocular

    Historically, clip ones that are properly collimated run about $1k more than a similar resolution, similar lens scope. Plus they make a rig heavy. Those characteristics have always argued for a dedicated scope plus spotter to me. (I have a predator hunting bud who loves military grade clip ops...
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    IR Patrol M300W Helmet Mount

    As I wrote, the Integrated Technologies dual PVS 14 bridge. It is all you need. The dovetail on the Patrol fits the dovetail receiver on the IT bridge and you are good to go. (And if you have a PVS 14 you can mount that on the other side. The optics swing to the side so you can clear one to use...
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    Buy Once, Cry Once Thermal Monocular

    I do not agree with this post by Drift, though I do understand his point. A thermal you buy because the performance meets your requirements will be just as good a thermal three years later. If it works well when you buy it its performance will be equal three years later, no matter what advances...
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    IR Patrol M300W Helmet Mount

    I have helmet mounted a Patrol. It is easy to do. The very easiest way to do it is to purchase an Integrated Technologies dual PVS 14 bridge. It has dovetail arms for PBS 14s, but the dovetail mount included on the Patrol 250 and 300 works perfectly for the Patrol with no arm needed. I have a...
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    Buy Once, Cry Once Thermal Monocular

    I would be shocked as well. Bit even if it isn't coiilimated the ~$4k price for a 640 unit is pretty attractive. JPK
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    Buy Once, Cry Once Thermal Monocular

    That is a 320 unit, which will be ok for spotting, but you will be using your scope for ID at anything but closer ranges. Still, for a spotter that can be used as a back up scope, that is attractive pricing. Do make sure it's 30htz or better. JPK
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    Buy Once, Cry Once Thermal Monocular

    The Patrol is a fantastic scanner and a great scope if you get the weapon mountable version with the UNV/DLOC weapon mount. It is a bit of a pita to sight in as a scope, but once done will hold its zero when mounted/unmounted repeatedly. According to the UNV rep (Rich, a member here) the IR...
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    the Great Pumpkin joins Team OinK for weekend slaughter

    Sadly, I was still seeing pink hats today. Universally worn by butt ugly examples of the opposite sex. Which is why Taco stuck out from the crowd, almost looking cute in that pink T-top....
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