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Posted: 8/20/2019 5:44:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DoubleHaul:
Should be able to get into an ebay Rhino 2 Ti for under $60. I believe you would then need a Norotos AKA2 dovetail adapter (Norotos PVS-15/ PVS-18 Socket) to replace the J-Arm adapter (pull out the roll pin and slide onto the I-beams) in order to interface with the shoe that you will mount to the machos. This video is pretty helpful in understanding which part is which, and the conversion of a typicaly Rhino 2 to accept a dovetail mount: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAMT3By211M |
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Posted: 8/20/2019 6:15:53 PM EDT
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Done. Did the RHINO II in FDE, MACHOS and Auroras' in OD - both MagPul color codes:
 Still trying to come up with a permanent 'collimation' solution - slotting the hole won't work well. Thinking of cutting the MACHOS locating pin (just a countersunk Allen screw) so it barely protrudes, and it'll detent the first .5mm of the body plastic. When they're collimated, it's pretty damn cool, because the 16:9 screens, together, look like an HD Movie Screen. |
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Posted: 8/20/2019 6:22:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By savagemann: I know everyone says to get the RHNO II. Is the world going to explode if I get a surplus RHNO off ebay to start out? Yes, to accept the MACHOS with PVS-18 Shoe, you need to take off the stock Bayonet/Horn adapter, and add a Dovetail adapter: Norotos Dovetail Socket |
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Posted: 8/20/2019 6:27:12 PM EDT
[Last Edit: R3L04D]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mickdonaldson:
Done. Did the RHINO II in FDE, MACHOS and Auroras' in OD - both MagPul color codes: https://i.imgur.com/3z5sGDn.jpg https://i.imgur.com/usZOAlE.jpg https://i.imgur.com/ZEOnb83.jpg Still trying to come up with a permanent 'collimation' solution - slotting the hole won't work well. Thinking of cutting the MACHOS locating pin (just a countersunk Allen screw) so it barely protrudes, and it'll detent the first .5mm of the body plastic. When they're collimated, it's pretty damn cool, because the 16:9 screens, together, look like an HD Movie Screen. So you are having issues getting your 'view' to only see one image? |
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Posted: 8/20/2019 6:50:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JoeMal:
Dude... That's awesome. Wish I could try it out So you are having issues getting your 'view' to only see one image? |
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Posted: 8/20/2019 7:08:44 PM EDT
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Gotcha thanks. You aren't ever in Dallas are you?
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Posted: 8/20/2019 8:07:11 PM EDT
[Last Edit: gaspain]
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big things coming this week
single use or duals. ultralight. cheap. bayonet mount first, then dovetail in the coming weeks  Attached File |
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USA
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Posted: 8/20/2019 8:33:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
big things coming this week
single use or duals. ultralight. cheap. bayonet mount first, then dovetail in the coming weeks https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/25567/Assembly3a_png-1061602.JPG 
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IL, USA
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Posted: 8/20/2019 8:45:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
big things coming this week
single use or duals. ultralight. cheap. bayonet mount first, then dovetail in the coming weeks https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/25567/Assembly3a_png-1061602.JPG |
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Posted: 8/20/2019 10:01:04 PM EDT
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Poly resin but strong as aircraft alum.
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IL, USA
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Posted: 8/20/2019 10:04:52 PM EDT
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Looking good. I see some possible locations for cable ties for power... I'm about to jump into this and I have a baby due in November.. my wife is going to kill me. Wish me luck... Also anyone have any ideas for low cost rifle mounted illuminator and ir laser????
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USA
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Posted: 8/20/2019 10:45:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
big things coming this week
single use or duals. ultralight. cheap. bayonet mount first, then dovetail in the coming weeks |
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Posted: 8/21/2019 4:36:01 AM EDT
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Sorry for not being very clear, the damn deer wouldn't stand still! The third photo really emphasizes how the camera makes the differences in color pop out.
 
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USA
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Posted: 8/21/2019 5:16:10 AM EDT
[Last Edit: mickdonaldson]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bazmancrash:
Looking good. I see some possible locations for cable ties for power... I'm about to jump into this and I have a baby due in November.. my wife is going to kill me. Wish me luck... Also anyone have any ideas for low cost rifle mounted illuminator and ir laser???? Random: The Sport is still on firmware 1.0, and *doesn't* have 'Auto' in the EVF shut-off menu - which kind of sucks, but maybe future updates... |
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USA
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Posted: 8/21/2019 5:23:26 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JoeMal:
Gotcha thanks. You aren't ever in Dallas are you? 
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Posted: 8/21/2019 7:29:34 AM EDT
[Last Edit: R3L04D]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bazmancrash:
Looking good. I see some possible locations for cable ties for power... I'm about to jump into this and I have a baby due in November.. my wife is going to kill me. Wish me luck... Also anyone have any ideas for low cost rifle mounted illuminator and ir laser???? NCStar makes a VISM dual laser, visible and IR. My adjustment screws broke within a year but they replaced it. $90. Might get a year out of it? They're are also some Russian options, check out Ivan the Bear online. Under $500 |
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Posted: 8/21/2019 10:37:52 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DoubleHaul:
Should be able to get into an ebay Rhino 2 Ti for under $60. I believe you would then need a Norotos AKA2 dovetail adapter (Norotos PVS-15/ PVS-18 Socket) to replace the J-Arm adapter (pull out the roll pin and slide onto the I-beams) in order to interface with the shoe that you will mount to the machos. This video is pretty helpful in understanding which part is which, and the conversion of a typicaly Rhino 2 to accept a dovetail mount: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAMT3By211M Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DoubleHaul:
Should be able to get into an ebay Rhino 2 Ti for under $60. I believe you would then need a Norotos AKA2 dovetail adapter (Norotos PVS-15/ PVS-18 Socket) to replace the J-Arm adapter (pull out the roll pin and slide onto the I-beams) in order to interface with the shoe that you will mount to the machos. This video is pretty helpful in understanding which part is which, and the conversion of a typicaly Rhino 2 to accept a dovetail mount: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAMT3By211M I kept trying to wrap my head around how a dovetail would fit all the Rhino mounts I was seeing on ebay. The vid cleared that up. I should have the correct roll pins on hand. AKA2 enroute. Originally Posted By mickdonaldson: I would highly recommend a RHINO II for this non-standard setup - depending on your head/face - these can use all the adjustability of the RHINO II. I got mine for like $60 or so - I'd wait for one to fall off the truck at Bragg. Yes, to accept the MACHOS with PVS-18 Shoe, you need to take off the stock Bayonet/Horn adapter, and add a Dovetail adapter: Norotos Dovetail Socket Can maybe add that to a cheap bump helmet so I have 2 potential hosts. Thanks for the link to the AKA2. Being noob to all of this, I wasn't sure if that was the right adapter or not. So Now all I need is the PVS18 dovetail and camera mount. Since I only have 1 for now, maybe we'll see what gaspain comes up with. Thanks again everyone for the help! |
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Posted: 8/21/2019 10:40:14 AM EDT
[Last Edit: savagemann]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
big things coming this week
single use or duals. ultralight. cheap. bayonet mount first, then dovetail in the coming weeks https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/25567/Assembly3a_png-1061602.JPG Dovetail please. But would buy a bayonet style to tide me over :) |
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Posted: 8/21/2019 10:40:45 AM EDT
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FYI... I ordered on July 20th, and just got an email from them saying it would ship in the first week of September. *shrug*
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USA
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Posted: 8/21/2019 12:41:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
big things coming this week
single use or duals. ultralight. cheap. bayonet mount first, then dovetail in the coming weeks https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/25567/Assembly3a_png-1061602.JPG |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 8/21/2019 3:11:05 PM EDT
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I would be interested also.
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TX, USA
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Posted: 8/21/2019 3:43:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
big things coming this week
single use or duals. ultralight. cheap. bayonet mount first, then dovetail in the coming weeks https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/25567/Assembly3a_png-1061602.JPG
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Posted: 8/21/2019 4:15:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Senoj: Need MOAR info! Still figuring pricing out, figuring my costs and time. Should be very inexpensive compared to the competition. Will be made on a jewelry/dental type SLA resin printer with super tough resin. Not your normal 3d print, this design cannot be made with machining or a FDM printer with out massive supports. I made it as a challenge to test the limits of this emerging technology, with the idea of making it light and strong and simple, these are the core principles of aircraft design and drone engineering of which I have experience. Will be available in black or FDE. |
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Posted: 8/21/2019 4:50:25 PM EDT
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This sounds awesome gaspain!
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Posted: 8/21/2019 8:39:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
Making prototypes now, lots of angles and dimensions to consider when designing these. I should be shipping beta models next week, and dovetail versions soon after that. Still figuring pricing out, figuring my costs and time. Should be very inexpensive compared to the competition. Will be made on a jewelry/dental type SLA resin printer with super tough resin. Not your normal 3d print, this design cannot be made with machining or a FDM printer with out massive supports. I made it as a challenge to test the limits of this emerging technology, with the idea of making it light and strong and simple, these are the core principles of aircraft design and drone engineering of which I have experience. Will be available in black or FDE. |
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Posted: 8/21/2019 10:11:33 PM EDT
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There is no waiting list or preorder. I do not like those things because they deliver half made products. Aim for 2 weeks to place your order conservatively. I will only post here in this thread when it's ready...arfcom exclusive. I have to still make limited prototypes and send them to testers, so there is UPS time in that. The product will be finished when its finished. But it's not that far off, all the equipment is on place and ready just finalizing design.
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IL, USA
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Posted: 8/21/2019 10:17:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
There is no waiting list or preorder. I do not like those things because they deliver half made products. Aim for 2 weeks to place your order conservatively. I will only post here in this thread when it's ready...arfcom exclusive. I have to still make limited prototypes and send them to testers, so there is UPS time in that. The product will be finished when its finished. But it's not that far off, all the equipment is on place and ready just finalizing design. |
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Posted: 8/21/2019 10:39:28 PM EDT
[Last Edit: gaspain]
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If you are considering my mount, please plan to use a norotros rhino 2 (rhno II), as it has up and down adjustments.
Also some rhno2 come the bayonet and some with dovetail. Bayos go for $30 to 40 usgi used. And Wilcox or rhno2 dovetails are hundreds. The rhno 2 can be upgraded to dovetailfor $50 ish by replacing the socket with this. The dovetail has a more positive connection for anti-cant. The rhino 2 can be identified by having linear "I"beam rails and not circular rails. It comes in titanium or black aluminum, and says "trade secret" on the label, but who know what that's about. That said, RHNO v1 might work but I haven't tested it, it's a good upgrade to v2 to get the up/down adjustment. My mount initially will be released for the bayonet type due to costs, as the SiOnyx is less the mount should be less cost. Soon after I will release a dovetail, which will be able to be added on to my existing lower arm, so you wont have to get a whole new mount just the dovetail and replace my existing bayonet should you choose. Forgive my spelling and grammar, tequila and cigars are to blame tonight. Cheers! |
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Posted: 8/22/2019 7:40:27 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
If you are considering my mount, please plan to use a norotros rhino 2 (rhno II), as it has up and down adjustments. ) and currently own nothing (but ordered that IR light last night). what should I get in the mean time?Rhino II anything else? |
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Posted: 8/22/2019 11:22:47 AM EDT
[Last Edit: gaspain]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By steviesterno16: so If I am going to get your mount (I am ) and currently own nothing (but ordered that IR light last night). what should I get in the mean time?Rhino II anything else? |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 8/22/2019 5:07:02 PM EDT
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@gaspain, I know the rhino II will allow the forward and back for the camera. How will your mount allow a right to left axis to help center the camera with your eye. First gen Lions gear requires a pupil test but the machos are adjustable....with an large price tag. Thanks for the work on this design because the prototype looks good.
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Posted: 8/22/2019 10:14:56 PM EDT
[Last Edit: gaspain]
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Each eye is adjustable, which is better than machos. Max PD is 70. Min is 50.
Dual sionyx setup, min is like 62.5 I think. Because the optics hit at the center. edit: PD = pupil distance. Go to here for more info on how to measure your PD. The average adult's PD is between 54-70 mm; kids' are between 43-58 mm. If you have wider distance than 70mm, contact me and I will make a wider mount to work for your Shrek head
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CA, USA
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Posted: 8/23/2019 1:04:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain:
There is no waiting list or preorder. I do not like those things because they deliver half made products. Aim for 2 weeks to place your order conservatively. I will only post here in this thread when it's ready...arfcom exclusive. I have to still make limited prototypes and send them to testers, so there is UPS time in that. The product will be finished when its finished. But it's not that far off, all the equipment is on place and ready just finalizing design.
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Posted: 8/23/2019 10:19:24 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By habu36:
FYI... I ordered on July 20th, and just got an email from them saying it would ship in the first week of September. *shrug* |
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Posted: 8/23/2019 10:23:26 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gaspain: edit: PD = pupil distance. Go to here for more info on how to measure your PD. The average adult's PD is between 54-70 mm; kids' are between 43-58 mm. |
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Posted: 8/23/2019 1:22:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mickdonaldson:
I must have just made the cut - I was on the 19th. It's only a week - it'll be there! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mickdonaldson:
Originally Posted By habu36:
FYI... I ordered on July 20th, and just got an email from them saying it would ship in the first week of September. *shrug* |
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Posted: 8/24/2019 10:38:02 AM EDT
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If you can/will ship the mounts up to Canada I am very much in for both dovetail and horn!
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Posted: 8/26/2019 8:57:47 PM EDT
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Man, I only put in my order a couple weeks ago. Probably still a few weeks from shipping!
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Posted: 8/27/2019 6:49:04 PM EDT
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I emailed them and requested an ETA, on my July 26 pre order.
They replied with the first week of September. |
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Posted: 8/28/2019 7:58:27 PM EDT
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Shipping notice on the 23rd, arrived today. Charging right now. I'm really looking forward to playing with it and getting to know it.
Side question: Any recommendations for an inexpensive bump helmet for plus-sized heads? I'm looking at the Lancer XL. |
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Posted: 8/28/2019 8:04:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By habu36:
Shipping notice on the 23rd, arrived today. Charging right now. I'm really looking forward to playing with it and getting to know it. Side question: Any recommendations for an inexpensive bump helmet for plus-sized heads? I'm looking at the Lancer XL. |
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Posted: 8/29/2019 7:34:35 AM EDT
[Last Edit: 223Rem]
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A bump for the bumps....
When it comes to bump helmets I have noticed that some have the NVD mount molded directly into the unit and other have the mount bolted on. Is one setup better then the other? I am on the side that the bolt on mount may be the way to go as it is easier to swap out if there are any issues. Thoughts? |
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Posted: 8/29/2019 8:19:01 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 223Rem:
A bump for the bumps.... When it comes to bump helmets I have noticed that some have the NVD mount molded directly into the unit and other have the mount bolted on. Is one setup better then the other? I am on the side that the bolt on mount may be the way to go as it is easier to swap out if there are any issues. Thoughts? |
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Posted: 8/29/2019 11:43:27 AM EDT
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If you guys buy a cheap bump helmet I would highly recommend springing for a set of 4D pads. They're pricey but worth it. Makes a huge difference in how comfortable you are after wearing the helmet for a few hours.
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USA
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Posted: 9/1/2019 3:36:21 PM EDT
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No love for the Crye Nightcap?
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PA, USA
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Posted: 9/2/2019 10:33:15 AM EDT
[Last Edit: VanceMMA]
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Thanks for all the info in this thread it’s been really helpful. I have a Sport, Lancer bump and Rhino 2 ready, just waiting for gaspain to sell his adapters.
While I’m waiting I want to paint my Sport FDE. I don’t have an airbrush and I’m cheap so I was considering using Aluma-hyde II. Is there any reason not to use aerosol paint? I’m worried about going too thick and having the moving parts stick together. I think a few super light coats might do it, what do you think? Edit: If anyone was thinking about getting that cheap Ncstar IR laser, one vender has them for $77 on eBay right now with only 4 left. |
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Posted: 9/3/2019 4:22:24 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VanceMMA: While I’m waiting I want to paint my Sport FDE. I don’t have an airbrush and I’m cheap so I was considering using Aluma-hyde II. Is there any reason not to use aerosol paint? I’m worried about going too thick and having the moving parts stick together. I think a few super light coats might do it, what do you think? |
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Posted: 9/4/2019 1:44:59 PM EDT
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Question for those with aging eyes....how well does this work, being basically a video screen up close to your face? I can't see crap within arm's length anymore. If I hold my phone too close it's a blur. With regular analog NOD's I don't have that problem, though. I assume it has something to do with the fact that they function more like a scope, with a lense that you focus to your eye.
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Posted: 9/4/2019 2:00:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By alemonkey:
Question for those with aging eyes....how well does this work, being basically a video screen up close to your face? I can't see crap within arm's length anymore. If I hold my phone too close it's a blur. With regular analog NOD's I don't have that problem, though. I assume it has something to do with the fact that they function more like a scope, with a lense that you focus to your eye. Can anybody who has one share some illumination on this subject? I ordered two sports on 8/17, eagerly awaiting shipping notification. Can't wait to play with these! As far as painting, has anyone painted their sports yet? Can you share pics, what are your thoughts on painting over the button labels? That's my main concern. |
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Posted: 9/5/2019 4:24:16 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Senoj: As far as painting, has anyone painted their sports yet? Can you share pics, what are your thoughts on painting over the button labels? That's my main concern. Pretty simple operation, I don't need the labels - after you use it for an hour or so, you'll probably memorize everything. |
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