I read the night vision thread up top in this forum, but I don't understand all what is said. I've never messed with any NV equipment and don't know much about it.
I'm looking for a cheaper (~$600 or less) NV scope. I know it'll probably have to be a Gen I, but that is fine with me. I guess Gen I is better than none for the time being.
I have been looking at Night Owl optics and ATN, like the Aries 330, 238 or Paladin. I would like to be able to mount them to a AR or just use them for observation.
I know the military models are better, but I can't find a good place to buy them on the web, or know what is comparable to the above models.
Also, the ability to use AA batteries is important to me, if I can find one that can.
I also notice that the rifle scopes are a bit more expensive than the monoculars that can't be rilfe mounted. Would it just be better to spend the money on a good Gen II monocular than a Gen I scope?
Any and all suggestions or opinions are welcome.
Thanks, Mac