{"id":160817,"date":"2025-12-17T18:43:12","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T00:43:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=160817"},"modified":"2025-12-17T18:46:40","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T00:46:40","slug":"nocturn-industries-tanto-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/nocturn-industries-tanto-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">8<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM undercuts PVS-14 weight, runs 40 hours on a CR123A, and converts to duals with the Daisho bridge. We took it hunting and driving to see if the hype holds up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-meet-the-tanto-uanvm-that-cuts-weight-and-keeps-options-open\"><strong>Meet the Tanto UANVM that Cuts Weight and Keeps Options Open<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nocturn Industries has created an <a href=\"https:\/\/nocturnindustries.com\/shop-all\/p\/tanto?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ultralight Adaptable Night Vision Monocular<\/a> (UANVM), or what they call the &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/nocturnindustries.com\/shop-all\/p\/tanto?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tanto<\/a>.&#8221; While severely undercutting the weight of a standard PVS-14, the Tanto also is designed for adaptability. Uniquely featuring an extruded hinge point on the back of the battery compartment, this housing will be able to be adapted to a proprietary powered articulating dual bridge mount called the TAB Tanto Articulating Bridge \u201cDaisho\u201d with minimal tools or extra parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1024x687.jpg\" alt=\"Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM ultralight adaptable night vision monocular on table closeup\" class=\"wp-image-160818\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1024x687.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-400x269.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-150x101.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1536x1031.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed.jpg 2014w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nocturn Industries Ultralight Adaptable Night Vision Monocular or &#8220;Tanto&#8221; <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-meet-the-tanto-uanvm-that-cuts-weight-and-keeps-options-open\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Meet the Tanto UANVM that Cuts Weight and Keeps Options Open<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-real-world-weight-neck-saving-ounces-you-can-feel\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Real-World Weight: Neck-Saving Ounces You Can Feel<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-controls-you-can-hit-with-gloves\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Controls You Can Hit With Gloves<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-built-tough-multi-jet-fusion-housing-with-claimed-mil-std-and-ip-ratings\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Built Tough: Multi Jet Fusion Housing with Claimed MIL-STD and IP Ratings<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-power-runtime-and-the-onyx-filter-trick\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Power, Runtime, and the Onyx Filter Trick<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-focus-fast-infinity-stops-that-actually-help\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Focus Fast: Infinity Stops That Actually Help<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-rpo-lightweight-diopter-big-weight-savings-with-a-bit-of-grit\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">RPO Lightweight Diopter: Big Weight Savings with a Bit of Grit<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-from-mono-to-duals-daisho-bridge-adaptability\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">From Mono to Duals: Daisho Bridge Adaptability<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-field-takeaway-and-buying-options\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Field Takeaway and Buying Options<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-nocturn-industries-tanto-uanvm-specifications\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Specifications<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-pros-and-cons-after-night-hunts\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Pros and Cons After Night Hunts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-related-reads-from-gunsamerica-digest\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" data-level=\"2\">Related Reads from GunsAmerica Digest<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-real-world-weight-neck-saving-ounces-you-can-feel\"><strong>Real-World Weight: Neck-Saving Ounces You Can Feel<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First and foremost, the weight savings on this housing is no joke. Built using standard optics for a better comparison, the Tanto comes in at 8.76 oz compared to a mil-spec PVS-14&#8217;s 12.5 oz. Running this for 5 or so hours in one evening had noticeably smaller fatigue on my neck, and felt like a featherweight after running a PVS-14 paired with a helmet-mounted thermal. The weights for the final configurations of this monocular are listed below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Weight:<\/strong><br \/>8.76 oz with standard optics and a battery<br \/>9.83 oz with standard optics, battery, and Noisefighters X14 arm<br \/>7.76 oz with RPO optics and a battery<br \/>8.83 oz with RPO optics, battery, and Noisefighters X14 arm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender-compressed-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Tanto UANVM weight verification on digital scale closeup reading ounces\" class=\"wp-image-160819\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender-compressed-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender-compressed-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender-compressed-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender-compressed-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender-compressed-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender-compressed.jpg 2016w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Weight verification on a cheap scale.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-controls-you-can-hit-with-gloves\"><strong>Controls You Can Hit With Gloves<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Tanto utilizes a clicky on and off power button for the monocular to remain simple and lightweight. After a little bit of use, I have got to say I am a fan. This made power activation easier in the cold with gloves than with the traditional switch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Side by side N-Vision NOX18 thermal monocular and Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM comparison on desk\" class=\"wp-image-160820\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender2-compressed-1.jpg 1770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Left: N-Vision NOX18 thermal monocular Right: Nocturn Industries Tanto<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-built-tough-multi-jet-fusion-housing-with-claimed-mil-std-and-ip-ratings\"><strong>Built Tough: Multi Jet Fusion Housing with Claimed MIL-STD and IP Ratings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Featuring a Multi Jet Fusion polymer body, the Tanto incorporates the most modern of concepts to provide a durable and robust housing. This monocular meets and exceeds MIL-STD-810G and IP68 equivalencies according to Nocturn Industries, and has been drop tested onto concrete from the NATO 1.5 meter standard. While I was sent this housing to test and write about, I did not take it upon myself to drop test the Tanto so we will take them at their word on its reliability. In my hands, the unit feels rugged and reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-power-runtime-and-the-onyx-filter-trick\"><strong>Power, Runtime, and the Onyx Filter Trick<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Tanto will attach to any standard PVS-14 J-arm style mount. Using a single CR123A, users can expect to get around 40 plus hours of runtime. For most of pictures in this article I have the $25 <a href=\"https:\/\/nocturnindustries.com\/shop-all\/p\/black-and-white-filter?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nocturn Industries Onyx filter<\/a> screwed onto the back of the eye piece. While the unit I was testing utilized a green tube, the Onyx filter turned what I was seeing into a black and white image. This filter will attach to standard PVS-14 eyepieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender1-compressed-1024x687.jpg\" alt=\"Nocturn Industries Onyx filter threaded onto Tanto UANVM eyepiece green filter detail\" class=\"wp-image-160824\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender1-compressed-1024x687.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender1-compressed-400x269.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender1-compressed-150x101.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender1-compressed-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender1-compressed-1536x1031.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/FullSizeRender1-compressed.jpg 2014w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Green Onyx Filter threads onto the back of the eyepiece<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32656440-5C5E-4B5D-B3BC-D7CFE4B0B6DE-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Side by side view through green phosphor tube vs Onyx filter black and white comparison same tube\" class=\"wp-image-160825\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32656440-5C5E-4B5D-B3BC-D7CFE4B0B6DE-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32656440-5C5E-4B5D-B3BC-D7CFE4B0B6DE-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32656440-5C5E-4B5D-B3BC-D7CFE4B0B6DE-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32656440-5C5E-4B5D-B3BC-D7CFE4B0B6DE-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32656440-5C5E-4B5D-B3BC-D7CFE4B0B6DE-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32656440-5C5E-4B5D-B3BC-D7CFE4B0B6DE.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Left: Typical view through a green phosphor tube Right: View through same tube with Onyx Filter attached<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-focus-fast-infinity-stops-that-actually-help\"><strong>Focus Fast: Infinity Stops That Actually Help<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nocturn Industries also utilizes its own infinity focus stop rings. This will allow users to fine tune the adjustment range to set a limit on focal distances. While fine tuning the focus based on object distance isn&#8217;t difficult, I did enjoy being able to quickly focus the Tanto at a set distance by just cranking it to my previously set focus stop. Quick and simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7066-compressed-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM infinity focus stop ring closeup on eyepiece\" class=\"wp-image-160821\" style=\"width:840px;height:630px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7066-compressed-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7066-compressed-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7066-compressed-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7066-compressed-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7066-compressed-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7066-compressed.jpg 2016w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Infinity Focus Stop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rpo-lightweight-diopter-big-weight-savings-with-a-bit-of-grit\"><strong>RPO Lightweight Diopter: Big Weight Savings with a Bit of Grit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aiming to save weight and decrease lead times, Nocturn Industries also makes their own RPO lightweight diopter housings. These are nearly half the weight of standard Carson diopter housings. While reducing weight, they sacrifice smooth adjustments. Focusing the eyepiece feels a bit gritty. I think this is due to the thread tolerances on printed vs machined parts, but the lightweight RPO is fully functional and I didn&#8217;t have a single performance issue with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7067-compressed-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Nocturn Industries RPO lightweight diopter housing for Tanto UANVM detail view\" class=\"wp-image-160822\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7067-compressed-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7067-compressed-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7067-compressed-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7067-compressed-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7067-compressed-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG-7067-compressed.jpg 2016w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">RPO lightweight diopter housing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-from-mono-to-duals-daisho-bridge-adaptability\"><strong>From Mono to Duals: Daisho Bridge Adaptability<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now back to adaptability and the option to run two Tantos as binoculars. While most of the time a standalone set of duals such as RNVG&#8217;s, DTNVS, PVS31&#8217;s, etc. would be a better option than a set of bridged PVS-14s, those choosing to run helmet mounted thermal, or a mount such as the Noisefighters Panobridge can now have ultimate adaptability. To convert two Tantos into duals, all that is needed is the Tanto Articulating Bridge, or Daisho which should be available in the not to distant future. This will allow users to simply remove the battery cap, insert the bridge into the battery compartment, and then tighten the rear clamp screws on the bridge. Quick conversion, and then users have articulating binoculars powered by a shared battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/image_6487327-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Two Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM monoculars joined together on Daisho articulating bridge\" class=\"wp-image-160823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/image_6487327-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/image_6487327-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/image_6487327-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/image_6487327-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/image_6487327-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/image_6487327-2.jpg 1969w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Two Tantos joined together using the &#8220;Diasho&#8221;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-field-takeaway-and-buying-options\"><strong>Field Takeaway and Buying Options<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After just a couple of nights out hunting and driving with the Tanto, I was impressed. Being used just as a monocular, the Tanto is a lightweight and durable choice. However, having the ability to later be converted to an articulating set of binoculars is a huge perk for those who want adaptability. For running thermal paired with a single Tanto, two Tantos on a bridge that is panoramic, or just wanting to be able to swap from a binocular back to a monocular to share with a friend, the Tanto paired with the up and coming Daisho will be a powerful combo. I for one love having more options and this new design gives them to me. MSRP for only the <a href=\"https:\/\/nocturnindustries.com\/shop-all\/p\/tanto?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tanto<\/a> housing is $549, but consumers can choose from three different colors, or even purchase a complete setup with their preferred optics and choice from three minimum FOM ratings for Photonis 4G WP ECHO tubes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nocturn-industries-tanto-uanvm-specifications\"><strong>Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Specifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th>Model<\/th><td>Nocturn Industries Ultralight Adaptable Night Vision Monocular &#8220;Tanto&#8221;<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Weight<\/th><td>8.76 oz with standard optics and a battery<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Weight with X14 Arm<\/th><td>9.83 oz with standard optics, battery, and Noisefighters X14 arm<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Weight with RPO Optics<\/th><td>7.76 oz with RPO optics and a battery<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Weight with RPO Optics and X14 Arm<\/th><td>8.83 oz with RPO optics, battery, and Noisefighters X14 arm<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Power<\/th><td>Single CR123A<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Runtime<\/th><td>Around 40 plus hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Material<\/th><td>Multi Jet Fusion polymer housing<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Ratings<\/th><td>Meets and exceeds MIL-STD-810G and IP68 equivalencies per manufacturer<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Mounting<\/th><td>Compatible with standard PVS-14 J-arm style mount<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Bridge Compatibility<\/th><td>Designed to adapt to Daisho articulating bridge<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>MSRP<\/th><td>$549 for the housing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-and-cons-after-night-hunts\"><strong>Pros and Cons After Night Hunts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pros:<\/strong> Serious weight savings, glove friendly clicky power, long runtime on a single CR123A, adaptable to Daisho bridge, helpful infinity focus stops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cons:<\/strong> RPO diopter feels gritty during adjustment, MIL and IP claims are manufacturer stated, Daisho availability timing matters for buyers planning duals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-related-reads-from-gunsamerica-digest\"><strong>Related Reads from GunsAmerica Digest<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/noisefighters-panobridge-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\">Noisefighters Panobridge: Wider Night Vision on a Budget<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/pvs-14-setup-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\">PVS-14 Setup Tips: Mounts, Focus, and Power That Work<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/photonis-4g-wp-echo-tubes\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\">Photonis 4G WP ECHO Tubes: What the Numbers Mean<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=160817&amp;action=edit#wpseo-meta-section-schema\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"nocturn-industries-tanto-review\" title=\"Ultralight Killer: Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM Review\">Schema<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Nocturn Industries Tanto UANVM undercuts PVS-14 weight, runs 40 hours on a CR123A, and converts to duals with the Daisho bridge. 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