Night Owl Optics Explorer Pro NOCX5 Monocular Reviews

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I had never owned a night vision scope so I was shopping carefully. While I do love this unit after having it a month I find that it is a heavy item and also large, no not so large or heavy that it's a problem, I guess I just thought it would be a bit smaller and lighter. I had read somewhere that one of the units I was reviewing actually floated and was water resistant. from Amazon.com First, I know next to nothing about the technical aspects of these products. I've had this model for a month and here's what I know: This monocular is lightweight and very easy to use (just 3 buttons). from Amazon.com this is a high quality product. i have experience in the military and have used third generation nvg's many many times while driving humvees at night w/only nvg's for night vision. from Amazon.com I've used it in near to total darkness and the visual imagery is very clear. Using this device, you can detect small animals to large objects with ease and the clarity has impressed me. It is true that Generation 2-3 optics offer greater clarity and range, but you will also have to spend at least $1000.00 to get these results. For most people, the Night Owl 5X monocular will more than meet desired expectations. from Amazon.com In my first review I mentioned that the electronics often shut down. I called Night Owl and they said to send the scope in. They found that the power pack needed replacement. from Amazon.com Great product, and it's the best you'll find for Generation 1 night optics. Unless you want to go spending $1,000-4,000 for Generation 2 or 3 night optics, this is a good buy, and in a decent price range. from Amazon.com I use this for security surveillance when I watch my clients property at night and it works very well. You also have the option to purchase a camera adapter (on other web sites) which will allow you to take pictures which has been very usefull. from Amazon.com Well, I can see things in even total darkness, but with lot of image distorsion. Very poor lens optic. from Amazon.com it's a nice little product and works very well. from Amazon.com since then i have used it to help catch a runaway pet as it works quite well at night and the ir illuminator lights up animal eyes making them easier to see. from Amazon.com

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Released	over 3 years ago
Magnification	5x
Waterproof / Weatherproof	Waterproof
Night Vision Equipment Type	Monocular
Generation	Generation 1
Aperture	1 : 1.70
Battery Type	3V Lithium
Built-in IR	With Built-in IR
Depth	8 in.
Field of View	524 ft.
Focal Length	12 mm 80 mm
Height	3.20 in.
MPN	nocx5
Material	Glass
Number of Elements	5 4
Operation Temperature	-22 - 113 Degrees (F)
Resolution	24 lp/mm
Spectral Sensitivity	400 - 900 nm
Tripod Mount	Without Tripod Mount
Type	Monocular
UPC	635328121221
Warranty	1 Year
Weight	24 oz.
Width	2.40 in.

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