Bering Optics HOGSTER R™ VOx 384×288 Ultra-Compact Thermal Weapon Sights are aimed at the growing feral swine market. The sight is exceptionally lightweight, compact and .308 Cal. tested. HOGSTER R™ can be quickly mounted on any type of rifles equipped with Weaver/Picatinny Rails using a tactical quick release QR mounting system, making the set up process quick and easy. Due to the compact nature of the HOGSTER R™,  it can be used as a handheld scanner as well.



The HOGSTERs are built with the superb Germanium optics that is paired with an advanced Vanadium Oxide (VOx) thermal core and proprietary electronics. Simple to use, the HOGSTER R™ features an intuitive user-friendly menu to customize settings to the shooter’s needs without disengaging from the target, including MIL-Dot and Crosshair reticles along with White, Black and Colored polarization.

The scope is nitrogen-purged, is water-, dust- and shock-proof and is action ready in virtually any environment or light conditions including conditions when the environmental obscurants such as smoke, dust, haze, are present.









***Please Note two different models, available***



Bering Optics HOGSTER R, 35mm!

Bering Optics HOGSTER R, 25mm!

I liked this scope so much, I purchased one as soon as I was done testing it. This scope addresses so many of the wants/needs that I hear about on Predator Masters and other forums/groups.

1) Many hunters have been asking for an affordable quality thermal without all the bells and whistles.

2) I hear the comment all the time, I am looking for a thermal scope that can also be used a scanner.

The Hogster-R addresses both of these areas, and more.

Here is a quick Video I did of the Hogster-R.

Some Strengths:
1) Very Compact
2) Good FOV
3) Good image even in high humidity
4) Affordable (compared to other options)
5) Built and Serviced in the US
6) Ease of operation
7) PIP
8) Multiple Zero profiles
9) Solid build quality
10) Good Base

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Where'd you get that picatinny rail/selfie stick thing?

Sorry, didn't see this post until now. I made it. I took a Picatinny low profile riser, and tapped a 1/4" 20 thread through it. Thread the tripod adapter on, and you have a picatinny rail on the end of a selfie stick.

I just received a Hogster 35mm and only had a chance to play with it for about 20 mins. So far, this this is everything that @KoreyKirsch and @NGI_TOM said it was. I was scanning around my neighborhood and was surprised at the clarity. Especially when it was a couple hours past sundown on a hot, humid, night. Cars still glowed hot. It was easy to spot rabbits, cats, raccoons, and possums, as they prowled around the neighborhood. The farthest I was scanning was probably about 400yrds out to the main road and could tell what was a car, suv, or truck without issue. If you're looking for an affordable thermal, give Night Goggles a call and talk to Tom about your questions.

One thing I would like to see in the instruction sheet are tips on how to zero. I read some where that putting a piece of tin foil over the center of the target will make it glow for zeroing. Is there truth in that?

Glad to hear you received your Hogster and for your feedback. For a target, there are lots of options including tinfoil, hvac tape, hot hands, ice cubes, and list goes on. I try to get a target that does not bloom, so I usually don't use a heat source. Here was a video I put together awhile back on sighting in your thermal. I was even using the Hogster-R 35 in the video. Each movement whether horizontal or vertical in the zeroing window moves the Point of Impact .9" on the 35.  I hope this helps. If you have any questions, feel free to send me a message, and I am happy to assist.

This would be 10X better if you used a cheap sheet of HDPE instead of cardboard.  With HDPE (think white plastic cutting board material), you can see your impacts using the TWS.  It's a game changer.

Thanks for the suggestion.

When will the Hogster 25 be back in stock?

thanks

And the 35

Any feedback from anyone using on an AK? Everything I see is these being used on an AR. My fear is that the scope would be too high and I'd get a chin/neck weld...

Haven't heard of anyone running it on an AK. We have a 14 day return policy though so you could get one and mount it up. If it doesn't work, send it back for a full refund.

When I click on your link it comes up with "page not found"