Do you sell an aftermarket battery pack power cable for the Iray rh25? I have the one supplied, but wondering if there is a USB on one end and the connector to the rh25 (90degree angled connector) -{instead of the LONG protruding connector). Make running a battery pack on the helmet Much easier. Thank you for your time.
$6k isn't all that bad if you have money to burn considering the options it offers. But unless you are planning to use it an awful lot....it's probably 4x what most people actually need. Good video and info.
@@belliduradespicio8009 as one of those ppl that’ll have to work my butt off all year to be able to save up for one of these. Good. I’d rather have that upper hand
Most people would be better served buying $6k worth of ammo over time instead of saving for one of these. Not saying I don't really want one, I do a lot actually, but I literally would have to shoot much less for years to afford one of these.
@@Elpolloloco47 I promise you, if you have to buy it yourself, you probably will never use it, unpopular opinion, night vision is the same. If you have to save up for a long time to buy it, odds are you will never be in a situation where it actually is gonna make a difference.
If we are talking objective specifications/capabilities here (disregarding price), then the Voodoo S is the better optic. Water proof, more versatile mounting system, better built, on board IR laser, milspec, and more back end demagnificaton so it handles optic mag better (I've compared this directly). Also another comment here: Yes, thermal is better than NV when it comes to dedication, however, it is inferior if you are navigating around. You cannot see through glass with uncooled LWIR systems like you can with i², you have to deal with refresh rates because it's a camera (plus the weird "jello" effect the RH25 has when your using it as an HMT), you cannot see IR light, battery life and other issues not mentioned in this video. Thermal isn't an replacement of i², but simply a compliment to it. NV is still the better option if you only had one.
Seriously, why would you compare a $6000 scope to a $16,500 thermal and then say you like the more $$$ one? That’s like asking someone if they’d rather have a beat up pos vs a high end Mercedes
simply because in this video, they comment on how this device is the "best in this category", that category being a multi-use monocular. This is objectively false and needed to be stated as the POT Voodoo S is the best in this category. They discounted this because they can't make margin on the Voodoo S like they can with selling the RH25.
This is out of this world . Who’d have thought that the public would one day be able to have gear that will put us all on a level playing field of modern military capabilities. Proud to live in the greatest country in the world . Awesome review. 1st time I have ever seen your channel. 2 thumbs up.👍 👍 Turned on notifications. Shared video on TS .
The authors of the US Constitution and it's Amendments did. Back when private citizens could own warships, cannons, and rifles equal to every military of the day.
@@freshjnew sounds like a fun time to me. I've never flown something that large. The ammunition costs and the airframe maintenance and fuel would be ridiculous.
Please do a full video going over the zeroing process for the RH25, or anything RH25 related really. It’s probably going to be my next purchase and there needs to be more information out there on them.
How is this channel not up there with the legend hickok45? This is the most easy to follow, informational, and overall helpful video on general info. I'm an optics newbie, and I understood absolutely everything. Thank you so much.
So many are complaining about the price, but there’s really nothing else like this that’s so versatile, compact, durable and provides the clarity this unit does. It’s also next to impossible to find a 1x base mag with the clear 640 res digital zoom this unit provides. I was going to spend over 3k for a 640 res scanner in addition to my 384 res scanner, but used that money along with what I got selling my Rattler 384 scope and the difference was less than 1k. With this unit, I now have a high res scanner with comparable stand alone scope distance to the Rattler with less to carry around and less batteries to charge.
High-quality video. The RH25 is best run on a bridge that provides inter-pupillary adjustments. I am running dual RH25s most nights; and a fused setup with a PVS-14 on others. The units are worth every penny.
I’ve often heard folks say that traditional wisdom is to use thermal for spotting but then we need night vision for moving about (due to perceived weakness in thermal being able to see terrain). I have seen some RH25 footage where it looks like it’s providing plenty enough detail for moving about. Could you please share your thoughts based on having used both night vision and the RH25.
@MattJonesISOHEALTHBJJ I have the mh25 v2 and you can see almost every terrain feature. It's pretty neat how minute of heat differences the mh25 can detect. You can actually see the differences in temp between small holes in the ground and ground level.
Something to consider is your scope height. I've found that most of my scope mounts didn't line up with the thermal. You'll need the ADM "AD-Delta-C-M Scope Mount-1.7" or something with a 1.7" height for best results.
You have a good video there but I would disagree with thermal being good at navigation. I'd prefer gen 3 image intensifier tube for that purpose. Though both IIT and TID compliments each other. They cover each other's weakness.
I damn 4 of them with all the mounts is like 27k I love mine it’s on another level. Nothing compares when talking price size and weight and you cannot forget capability.
Most Night Vision users pair thier setup with IR illuminators, now granted, thermal imaging does not need this, and IR lights can alert enemies especially if they have NVGs. So that's how thermal helps, its a lot less subdued. Granted, if the test had an IR illuminator like NVGS work with, then they would of found the target faster. Also, would of loved to see video footage of the unit in use (down the tube)
I doubt given the conditions you would find someone over 100yds with any illuminator unless they were not trying to hide. And it would drastically give you away to others with nods. However if the person hiding would have had anything backlit, phone watch etc. or have been smoking he would he would have stood out like a sore thumb.
First time watching one of your videos. I’m not sure if this is a great video about a product you like or a sponsor review. Either way halfway through and find it very clearly explained. Good job either way.
You definitely have me interested in the RA... I have a circa 98' simrad on an old PSS, and an old Trijicon on an SSG both been sitting for almost 25 years in the vault... will pursue. Respectfully, Seth
I'm not sure what manufacturing capabilities you guys have, or what relationship you guys have with the folks at ADM... but if you or ADM could make spacers for the ADM mount for those using 1.93" and 1.7" mounts, that would be awesome.
Following. Some super quality footage and I appreciate everything you've done. it takes a lot of work. I grabbed the PFalcon (international RH25) that I am stoked to get. Thermal is 100% cheating in the NVG world.
Dude I would love a thermal if i could afford one. I cant even afford NOD’s right now and you bought 4 thermal units to test color me green because im very jealous.
Great info and well put together video. I would like to get into thermal and nightvision one day, its just a little too rich for my blood. I wish a company could come out with a more affordable technology so their could be a better price point for a larger amount of people could get into thermals.
New subscriber here. Great video. I dig the unit but looking forward to a day when something that performs like this is priced around half of what they currently retail for. At $3k-$4k, ouch but ok. At $6k I’ll have make due with a NV monocular.
He said we bought 4. I was thinking it’s gotta be a killer price. $6000 lol Instant kick to the balls. I’d never be able to afford this. $3000 is my limit on a rifle as a disabled veteran on a fixed disability income this sucks because I really want a thermal haha would be nice to have
I am a non disabled military veteran on a limited fixed income. It's called work my ass off for a wage that never increases. I work 60 hours a week and make less than every disabled vet I personally know. 😂😂😂
I like it. I'd have to make my own quick mount so I can use iron sights or the RH25 w/o changing anything. If you can talk them into giving me two RH25s & two Picrail adapters, I'll give them the CAD file for a sight-through clamp and one blued steel prototype.
I was looking at options for night ops and I have learnt a few things. Long range would require a dedicated scope with a unsophisticated reticle. Since the clip-ons are horrible with higher magnification. I just want a do it all single unit for both long and short range. There isn't that much of a difference between a clip-on and a dedicated unit in terms of price (short to mid range). What I'm thinking right now it that I would need a monocular white phosphor. A 556 with a LPVO and clip-on and then a 308 (or something with a longer range) with two uppers and two different scopes. This is lunacy and a pain to carry. Why don't we mount these behind the scopes?
I'd like to see you compare the iRay units to N Vision units. I own a NOX 18mm and use it as a clip on in front of optics, on my helmet with a PanoBridge & PVS14 and as a handheld unit. I don't see the need to use it as a dedicated optic with its crosshair. since the NOX is B&W only, no color, but has a fantastic sensor BAE 12u core. my own usage has been behind a Razor 1-6 E and a G2 3-15. the NOX gives a usable image up to 6-8x. I would like to know if your own experience dovetails with my own and how you think the image quality compares in different rolls. nice video, you earned a sub from me.
I can use my NOX18 as a clip-on also, however, the impact shift is huge. You have to use the reticle in the NOX instead of the reticle in the scope. I doubt the RH25 is good enough to be used as a clip-on without impact shift.
@@spldrong I wonder if it's a unit-by-unit issue because mine has less than 2 MOA shift from a bench for me, local range can't go prone, I have pretty bad arthritis, so my groups have opened up on me unless I go prone. maybe they can't lock down the shift so no guarantee of accuracy as a clip on?
@@Militaristics my understanding is that it is very difficult to manufacture any optic to have zero shift as an In-Line. Most that guarantee zero shift are double the price of those that don't. It can also be don't with software after assembly, but I think the issue is that very few civilians are asking for this... honestly not that many military people even understand the importance of this
0:30 I wish it was . Thermal NV overlay is but thermal by itself isn’t . All someone needs is a clear peace of glass and they are invisible . That doesn’t beat regular NV in my opinion . Although I disagree with your statement , I really like your channel and your personality “ that almost sounded gay so “ no homo so . I’m definitely going to be subscribing and sharing .
How did you get around the RH25’s battery from bumping into the 14 when you run it bridged with the 14 on the right eye? Are you guys using a obverse shoe? I feel like that’s a pretty big con that should be mentioned. If you can get around that it’s as close to perfect as I’ve ever seen.
I find when I'm using night vision using a ir light helps a lot. But I like to spot with my thermal and nav with night vision. But having both is expensive
just dropped some cash on gen 3 white phos L3's. but I'll definitely be giving you guys a call (I talked to Ethan on the phone a while back) hopefully soon you purchase an rh25!
Then they’re breaking MAP, which is against their signed dealer agreement. We’d suggest: supporting companies actually educating you, pouring everything into their content, operating a higher class business 👍
@@Arkayne I was being facetious, saving $10 on a $6000.00 item is hardly a notable bargain. No offense, but to be honest I didn’t even know you were a retailer, first video I’ve seen from you. I thought this was just the name of your RU-vid channel and you were making a review.
My concerns: Jello effect Well documented software issues(ar15 forum) Sends coordinates to Xi Jinping upon Chinese invasion or just kills itself Customer service issues(AR 15 forum) Colimation crapshoot, every rh25 is a little different and may be very difficult to collimate Considering: New POT/NOX release end of year/early 2023 As thermals are getting smaller the ultimate system would be to mount a thermal between your binos and rotate it up as needed, then rotate back down into binos
Was super excited about this. Watched the video till the end, then clicked the link and quickly realized that sadly, this thermal is well outside of my budget. Bummer. Looks sick though!
For $6000 you could buy 3 seperate units. 1) a FLIR handheld, 2) a dedicated rifle thermal scope, and 3) the Jerry C thermal helmet thing for your NODs. All of these would perform better and you would have some redundancy in your thermal capabilities.
@@trevorr8834 price is closer than I would have expected but then I would need to worry about 3 different methods of powering/recharging my tools: cr123 (odin), internal battery (scout) and 18650/17335 (Jerry c). Completely forgot about the Jerry c till you mentioned it, tho...gonna have to look into that for my NV monos. 🤤
which unit would be best in front of the nightforce nx8 2.5-20x50 f1 ? the reason I ask is due the larger objective lens on the optic than what I usually see thermals paired with
This is reminiscent of PC's and other high-end electronics. It's anyone's guess when the next generation unit will be released and make this one a paperweight. An exaggeration obviously but you get the point.
Can you help find out what mounts are needed that are available to mount the rh25 and Pvs14 on a bridge mount also what you use to help with wobble on nvg’s thanks.
Question about 21:11 - If you collimate it to your daytime optic and then pop it off to scan handheld... will it return to zero when you remount it? Or do you need to re-collimate it EVERY time you mount it back in front of your optic?
technically you can take it on and off. If you are being responsible, you should always verify zero with optics you remove. BUT you could test that theory and go forward from there accordingly. We have had no issues with the quality mounts included.
You can not just replace night vision with Thermal. Understand NV is still necessary especially in a tactical scenario. Nearly impossible to identify a target alone with thermal detection is great. However identification of a target is not. Also thermal can be defeated very easily. You can not look through windows or observe mirrors. To truly capitalize you need both. I would still put NV as a priority before you purchase a thermal unit. However this unit for the price is very impressive.
I could have you stand in the darkness and with the RH25 I could call out your facial features, body type, clothing, what you are holding better than our binos. Lots of folks are operating with an outdated understanding of what thermal is. This tech is much different than thermal of even 1-3 years ago.
Considering how large thermals were in the 2000s during the GWOT, and the ~$25k pay to play for some options, it’s good (and scary) to see such options! Thermals made fighting 3rd world squatters “unsporting,” LMAO. For near-peer threats, the IR spectrum is the new “white-light” era. Thermal is a must until something else outperforms it!
Just mounting this little thing, that should be easy and cheap, make it not worth even having! Good luck attaching this to your helmet and I hope you don't mind spending about as much money as the device itself costs. This is a big issue with many NV or Thermal units tho...the mount system is just miserable
It better be nice for $6k. It's nice. I didn't pay that much for both of my vehicles, lol I just stick with my EWT 250y Red Light. Hasn't failed me in years & you can walk up & pop a hog with a hammer if ya wanted too. I'd love night vision but it's all way out of my funding range 🤟
