AGM Rattler Thermal Series

[Afrikeber]

For $4k USD, you can have it all: the iRay RH25.

It does everything you want in a thermal unit:
1. Weapon sight
2. Clip-on for your weapn
3. Helmet use
4. Handheld monocular

It also has a very good interface for quickly switching between these uses.

Interesting, so while using on helmet, handheld etc. after being on your firearm and bore sighted and zeroed in do you have to redo your bore sighting?

Never interchanged a mounted scope that was zeroed in like that before

 

[erwos]

Interesting, so while using on helmet, handheld etc. after being on your firearm and bore sighted and zeroed in do you have to redo your bore sighting?

Never interchanged a mounted scope that was zeroed in like that before

My understanding is that you switch modes within the monocular, and it retains the settings from the mode. So as long as you weren't switching guns inside of a mode, it'd keep working. Check the manual, page 10 of the PDF:

https://cdn.ultimatenightvision.com/pdf/manuals/IRAYUSA+RICO+micro+manual_03-02-22.pdf

 

[Art3]

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For you, figure out what kind of ranges you'll most likely be faced with and buy accordingly. Do a lot of reading up too.

Of course, you are correct...
But I just want it now! And I don't want to pay a lot!

 

[teratos]

Interesting, so while using on helmet, handheld etc. after being on your firearm and bore sighted and zeroed in do you have to redo your bore sighting?

Never interchanged a mounted scope that was zeroed in like that before

My Super Hogster R has 5 "memory" settings so you can zero it on 5 different guns and move it around. I haven't tried it, but folks on the interwebz report it holds zero nicely. I'd imagine this can do the same thing with a good mount.

 

[steves1911]

I just bought the 256 taipan and it's awesome. Easy recognition of deer at 200 yards.

The 256 taipan will probably be what I get next. How far will it detect a dog size animal? I can always Id with the higher resolution rattler but I need detection to atleast 350yds. We get shots across fields in the winter where they like to hang up on the far edge of the woods and there is no sneaking across a wide open field to get closer with wiley looking your direction.

 

[gwchem]

I haven't tried that far yet, but I'll be out at the farm in a few weeks and will report back. I think at 350 it's probably just a small blob.

 

[h2u]

Noticing a wide range of price on Amazon which tells me some vendors may be questionable. Anyone k ow a reputable vendor that can be trusted with these Rattlers?

Night Vision Outfitters, LLC

We provide a first-class selection of Night Vision, Thermal Optics & related products.

www.nightvisionoutfitters.com

I’ve used these guys for my thermal purchases. Call them/go to their Facebook page (same name) and ask any question you want and they will recommend a few things.
I can’t speak to their customer service, as my stuff hasn’t had any issues - but going through a dealer like this helps as you send your item to them and they deal with the manufacturer for you.

Just know your budget and what you plan to use the thermal for, or they really can’t help you out.

 

[steves1911]

I haven't tried that far yet, but I'll be out at the farm in a few weeks and will report back. I think at 350 it's probably just a small blob.

Your probably right my old pulsar was 255 it detects out pretty far but it all just looks like a blob once you get past 250yds or so. Still might be all I need in monocular though. I might make the trip up to Europtic in PA one day and see if they'll let me look through a couple.

 

[gwchem]

Where are you in WVa? I hunt Hampshire county, we might be able to meet up.

 

[steves1911]

Where are you in WVa? I hunt Hampshire county, we might be able to meet up.

Berkeley county/Morgan County line. I hunt sleepy creek wma up here and we have our farm outside Westminster MD I hunt often.

 

[Tungsten]

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[Wsanner]

Ive been in the thermal game for a few years now. Im in a lot deeper than I will ever let my wife know. Resolution is the key. If you can swing it, get the higher resolution. Right now, I have 2 scanners and 2 scopes. The scopes are 640 and crystal clear. I can identify out to 6-700 yards. The scanners are both 384. They leave a little to be desired, but work pretty good for normal use out to around 300 yards. If you want to put your hands on one, East coast Thermal and Night vision is md based and usually keeps a good assortment around and his prices seem to be pretty comparable to internet pricing.

 

[BrianS]

Which do people usually get first? Thermal or night vision? I plan on getting both but need to space out those big purchases.

 

[Wsanner]

I would say that most go nv first just because of the cost. As far as scopes, You can get into the nv game for under $1k. But thermal is going to start you off at least double that. I suggest trying to put your hands on both before you purchase. I am a thermal fan. I can watch animals in thick brush move around where my nv buddies have to wait to see eyes in the ir to shoot at a distance.

 

[smdub]

Seems the end application determines which you should get first. Want to walk around at night? NV. Use them around the house for security? Prob NV. Want to hunt in the dark? Thermal.