I’ve seen firsthand what works, what doesn’t, and what beginners often get confused about. Here are the five questions I hear most often, along with practical insights for anyone curious about NV and thermal.
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Night Vision and Thermal: Answering the 5 Most Popular Questions
BY Mitchell Graf Published: September 15, 2025 { 0 comments }Armasight Watchman IR VCSEL Illuminator Review
BY True Pearce Published: September 15, 2025 { 0 comments }The Watchman runs on a single 18650 rechargeable battery and has three brightness levels. It is built from aircraft-grade aluminum, carries an IP67 waterproof rating, and includes a 30 mm ring mount.
Symbiote Night Vision & Thermal Bridge Review
BY Mitchell Graf Published: July 5, 2025 { 1 comment }The Symbiote Night Vision & Thermal Bridge offers the most adjustability and compatibility of any NV bridge currently on the market
BecauseOperator LPMR-X 4K: The Ultimate Night Vision Recorder
BY Mitchell Graf Published: March 30, 2025 { 1 comment }The Low Profile Mission Recorder (LPMR-X) is a lightweight, compact recording system designed for attachment to night vision devices, such as the PVS-31 and PVS-14.
Two New Thermals From Nocpix – Full Video Review
BY Tanner Lee Published: March 4, 2025 { 0 comments }Editor’s Note: At SHOT Show 2025, NOCPIX introduced a new model to this lineup; the NOCPIX ACE S60R. It has the same features as what you’ll read about and watch below but features a 1280 core and a 2x native magnification. You can read about it here. Introducing two exciting new thermal products from NOCPIX—a [...]
Nocpix’s ACE S60R: 1280×1024 Thermal — SHOT Show 2025
BY Mitchell Graf Published: February 6, 2025 { 0 comments }Nocpix’s new ACE S60R is making waves with its thermal technology, integrating advanced features like a laser rangefinder, ballistic software, and an adjustable ocular zoom into a robust and user-friendly design.
What’s New in Night Vision: Scalarworks & Nocturn Industries — SHOT Show 2025
BY Mitchell Graf Published: February 3, 2025 { 0 comments }SHOT Show 2025 brought exciting announcements for NV and rifle accessories. Scalarworks introduced their innovative “Fuse” product line. Also, Nocturn Industries came out with a lightweight NV helmet mount.
SIG Sauer ECHO SV50 LRF : A Game-Changer in Thermal Optics
BY True Pearce Published: September 30, 2024 { 2 comments }Today, I’m diving into the SIG Sauer ECHO SV50 LRF, a thermal sight that’s not just impressive for its features, but for its lifetime warranty – something unheard of in the thermal industry. From its crisp 640 sensor and built-in laser rangefinder to the seamless integration with SIG’s BDX app, this optic is built for [...]
Is the Panobridge M1 the Best NV Mount Yet?
BY Mitchell Graf Published: September 20, 2024 { 0 comments }Known for their innovation, Noisefighters has once again delivered with the M1, building on the success of their earlier polymer Panobridge.
SIG Sauer Changes Their Warranty: Is This Good or Bad? (Video)
BY True Pearce Published: July 14, 2024 { 15 comments }https://youtu.be/tIJRk6Eu8aw?si=fF956cBodJ40j-YB Watch the video to learn about SIG Sauer’s newest policy change regarding their warranty. This unprecedented change should be the talk of the industry. Will others follow? How will this affect you and your purchases? Also, this covers thermal scopes, a serious directional change from the rest of the industry. SIG announced a new [...]









