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Colby Thorson · Posted: Mon Nov 07, 2011 3:01 pm Post subject: PVS-14 accessories

What quick relase weapon mount do y'all use for a pvs14? And what helmet mount do y'all also use??
Thanks
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HUEY · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 3:16 am Post subject:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Replica-Mich-Helmet-Core-NVG-Wilcox-Norotos-Mount-AOR1-AOR2-OPS-PVS-14-PVS14-Tan-/150683063706?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item231569159a#ht_1412wt_540

http://www.ebay.com/itm/USGI-ACH-MICH-KEVLAR-HELMET-NIGHT-VISION-GOGGLES-NOROTOS-NVG-RHINO-MOUNT-USED-/390362347707?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5ae368b8bb

http://www.nitehog.com/dloc_pvs.html
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David K · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 4:48 am Post subject:

seems like many places have them with all the mounts for helmet and gun (rail), example:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-AN-PVS-14-64-lp-mm-Generation-III-night-vision-scope-PVS-gen-III-ANVIS-/220885271395?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item336dc9c363

HUEY · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 2:16 pm Post subject:

David that is the standard military package. The weapon rail mount is not a quick disconnect and the halo head mount is nicknamed the head crusher for a reason.
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David K · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 2:33 pm Post subject:

copy that Huey, so there is obviously better ways....

so what you recommend is what you linked above, different/better helmet mount and quick release rail mount?

also, is one helmet better than another?

HUEY · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 3:39 pm Post subject:

I had the standard weapon mount and the halo mount I don't use them anymore. I just use a Tony hawk skateboard helmet I bought at walmart for $15. Eventually I will get a helmet with a real chin strap but the other has worked well.
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Keith Dienelt · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 4:58 pm Post subject:

They work best with some sort of a helmet. I would suggest finding one that fits really tight. now the Rhino Mount that was linked here:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/USGI-ACH-MICH-KEVLAR-HELMET-NIGHT-VISION-GOGGLES-NOROTOS-NVG-RHINO-MOUNT-USED-/390362347707?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5ae368b8bb

Also requires a plate that mounts to your helmet, then the rhino mount attaches to the the plate. The problem with this system is the plate only has one screw in the middle of the plate and it tends wobble around easily. Here is a link to one of our helmets which is all ready to go

http://www.ebay.com/itm/US-ARMY-MSA-LEVEL-IIIA-A-C-H-KEVLAR-COMBAT-MICH-HELMET-NVG-KIT-LARGE-/390360235131?_trksid=p4340.m185&_trkparms=algo%3DSIC.NPJS%26its%3DI%26itu%3DUA%26otn%3D5%26pmod%3D120787383264%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D4053665934468445384

If u add a wilcox ratchet system you will get GREAT stability from your nvg mount. Its a strap that hooks to the rhino plate and hooks in to the back of your helmet. Here is a link

http://www.ar15.com/archive/topic.html?b=7&f=23&t=794678

I am sure that u could fit all of these componets with minor modification. You can probably find all the peices on ebay or any local army surplus store.
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Colby Thorson · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 5:41 pm Post subject:

http://www.tnvc.com/shop/a-alpha-half-shell-helmet/

I'm going to get this helmet
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Colby Thorson · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 6:00 pm Post subject:

I'm going to get the shroud and the flip up thing y'all listed.
Does it attach on to the 14 or do I have to buy another mount?
Also is there another quick release that I mount on the rifle besides that one for 200 from nitehog??
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Keith Dienelt · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 8:39 pm Post subject:

HUEY · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 10:29 pm Post subject:

The first link I put up there is the mount you screw into the helmet it will not wobble. I got a Mitch with j arm complete package off eBay. It just clamps into the vas mount. The j arm just screws into the 14
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Colby Thorson · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 11:06 pm Post subject:

Will this work to mount the 14 on the rifle?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/310355679974?redirect=mobile
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Paul Burkett · Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2011 11:40 pm Post subject:

This place had everything for me. http://identmarking.com/ The NV came with the QD, my helmet is a Skate board helmet. http://www.xsportsprotective.com/skateboard-helmets.html?utm_source=MSN&utm_medium=CPC&utm_term=sk8%20helmets&utm_content=441831030&utm_campaign=4938383569
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Colby Thorson · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 12:26 am Post subject:

HUEY · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 1:02 am Post subject:

Colby Thorson · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 1:21 am Post subject:

Im looking at around 2800 dollars for all this..
Pvs14) 1800
EoTech) 460
EoTech Magnifier) 70
Helmet) 40
Shroud) 30
Rhino Mount) 45
J- Arm 30
Pvs 14 QD Mount) 150
3x Magnifier for Pvs 14) 150

Sound Right????? Confused

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HUEY · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 1:32 am Post subject:

Pretty close its an expensive game. You could just save your money and use what you have!
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Colby Thorson · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 1:49 am Post subject:

HUEY · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 1:57 am Post subject:

What happend to your pulsar?
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Bill Winfrey · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 1:57 am Post subject:

Could also just get the PVS-14, and a magnifier..Maybe even upgrade the version of PVS, and just use as a monocular on a strap around the neck for stalking, and when close, just let it hang, or slip inside the jacket, raise the rifle with it's dedicated NVD, and "Boom-Boom-Boom"
That's if you keep the N-550..if not, then do as you've planned.. Rolling Eyes

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Colby Thorson · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 2:01 am Post subject:

It went dead!
Got it sent in the mail today for a new one
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HUEY · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 2:03 am Post subject:

Yea use the 14 to stalk and pulsar to shoot.
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Bill Winfrey · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 2:06 am Post subject:

Hopefully yours will get back as fast as mine did...6 days, and it was a new one, not the one I sent! I still like them, especially with the recording capability.. Keep us up to date on the progress...I'm also trying to budget in a NV Monocular, I may have just gotten an invitation on 1K acres just 4 miles form home...Lots of pigs! Wink

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Paul Burkett · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 2:08 am Post subject:

The QD may come with the NV, mine did, if you are using the eotech during daylight hours you may need the magnifier but probably not, the NV magnifier is great to have to amplify the ambient light and to bring things closer into view. Of course if you are selling your Pulsar you can pay for much of this equipment with that money.
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Colby Thorson · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 2:19 am Post subject:

See the only reason I want to get rid of the pulsar is because I hunt by driving or walking. It's not bad if your hunting in a stand over a feeder but the weight and the way I hunt it just doesn't work for me.. I feel like I miss a lot of hogs due to this.
I'd have to sell the pulsar to pay for some of this.
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Bill Winfrey · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 2:46 am Post subject:

That's completely understandable, as I'm a retiree that didn't plan for his future, and lives off his VA Pension of less than 1K per month...If I didn't have lots of "stuff" accumulated over the years, equipment left from 35yrs as a locksmith to sell, and the occasional odd job I do for friends, believe me...I wouldn't own squat!...
I'm sure whatever path you choose will work out for you, but I really do like the N-550's and will try to hang on to mine, and possibly add another in the future if finances allow!
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David K · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 7:03 am Post subject:

Bill Winfrey · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 7:50 am Post subject:

I agree, I've just got to replace my 5x monocular with one in 1x so I can see where I'm walking, then I'm set to go! I hope the guy I'm meeting with this week is impressed with my presentation, as it may lead to over 10K acres of land within a 30 min radius of my home to hunt just for eradication purposes...I'm pumped! I've got a tentative go ahead on the addition to my night vision arsenal, but really don't want to touch my savings again for any new toys...Now I just need to sell a 99 4wd Suburban with a 454 and a 1988 Big Block Chev Pro Street Truck, and all my wishes would become reality...Anyone got an extra 20k laying around that needs a couple of fine examples of American Muscle Cars, (Trucks)?? Cool

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Colby Thorson · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 4:20 pm Post subject:

Did y'all buy a used 3G magnifier
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Derek J · Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2011 4:59 pm Post subject:

A differing opinion: I have a PT helmet with a Norotos rhino arm, and I hate wearing it. It's fine for short periods of time or for driving around in the Polaris, but it sees very little use. I'm much more likely to walk around with the monocular in one hand, scout around from time to time, and keep walking. I think the key to using the monocular is having a good quality mount so that you can quickly transition from hand held to gun. I should probably just sell the helmet, but I can't get myself to do it.