Very new to this so apologies for the ignorance and the numerous questions. I’ve searched this forum and others but couldn’t find anything directly on point, although there is a lot of helpful advice.
A little background: Primary use will be hog hunting at night in large fields (100+ acre fields). I plan to buy a 1x scanner on the lower end for just doing quick scans of big fields on property while driving around, then stalking up with thermal scope on rifle and pvs-14 on helmet.
Numerous questions, feel free to pick and choose. Thanks in advance.
A little background: Primary use will be hog hunting at night in large fields (100+ acre fields). I plan to buy a 1x scanner on the lower end for just doing quick scans of big fields on property while driving around, then stalking up with thermal scope on rifle and pvs-14 on helmet.
Numerous questions, feel free to pick and choose. Thanks in advance.
- I would rather not have to have a dedicated thermal gun, so would like to use QD mount to switch out day optics. How well would this hold zero? Would I need to re-sight each change with the thermal?
- If so, maybe I should go clip on? But I’ve heard clip on gives a really low FOV so may not be ideal. Is clip on a bad way to go?
- Let’s say you have $7-8K to spend on a thermal scope (but would be even better to spend less). I just want a great thermal but I do not need bells and whistles. More of a work horse, something that is relatively user friendly. What is your pick?
- PVS-14 with helmet – there are so many options here in terms of helmet attachments, counterweights, etc. Do any retailers offer fully made and outfitted helmets?
- Is it possible to continue this hobby during the warmer months or does the warm weather really kill the effectiveness of the thermal?
- I’m going to be buying all of this equipment soon, and would like to go with one retailer – if you are a retailer and willing to give a price cut for a big bulk order like this, let me know