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Thinking about buying night vision? Before you drop thousands, watch this. We put digital night vision vs Gen 2 vs Gen 3...
04/20/2026

Thinking about buying night vision? Before you drop thousands, watch this. We put digital night vision vs Gen 2 vs Gen 3 head-to-head in real-world conditions. This is a no-BS breakdown of what actually works, and what could be the best decision for your budget.

5 likes, 4 comments. "Digital vs Analog Night Vision | Reality Check"

Thinking about buying a Midland radio? You might want to watch this first. I'll break down exactly why I don’t recommend...
04/06/2026

Thinking about buying a Midland radio? You might want to watch this first. I'll break down exactly why I don’t recommend Midland radios, especially if you're serious about maximizing your radio’s capabilities.

Thinking about buying a Midland radio? You might want to watch this first.In this video, I break down exactly why I don’t recommend Midland radios, especiall...

Is cheap night vision worth it? In this video, we test a $1,700 Gen 2+ PVS-14 style unit and compare it against higher-e...
03/29/2026

Is cheap night vision worth it? In this video, we test a $1,700 Gen 2+ PVS-14 style unit and compare it against higher-end options like AGM's Gen2+ and Gen3 PVS-14 units. If you're considering night vision, check this out.

Is cheap night vision worth it? In this video, we test a sub-$1,700 Gen 2+ PVS-14 style unit distributed by Parish Optics...

If you want to connect your radio to your hearing protection, you don't have to spend thousands of dollars on a military...
03/16/2026

If you want to connect your radio to your hearing protection, you don't have to spend thousands of dollars on a military-grade communications setup.
Here's a budget comms solution that lets you run radios like an encrypted DM32s directly into electronic hearing protection.

If you want to connect your radio to your hearing protection, you don't have to spend thousands of dollars on a military-grade ...

There’s a lot of misinformation out there about what actually happens if you key up on Ham frequencies without a call si...
03/02/2026

There’s a lot of misinformation out there about what actually happens if you key up on Ham frequencies without a call sign. Will the FCC track you down? Will you get reported? Are you guaranteed to get fined? Let’s separate myth from reality.

In this video, we’re breaking down the real-world risk of transmitting on ham frequencies without a license. There’s a lot of misinformation out there about ...

Do you really need a police scanner to listen to emergency services? In this video, I break down when you can use a regu...
02/23/2026

Do you really need a police scanner to listen to emergency services? In this video, I break down when you can use a regular Baofeng (UHF/VHF) radio, when a DMR radio will work, and when you absolutely need a scanner.

Do you really need a police scanner to listen to emergency services? In this video, I break down when you can use a regular Ba...

If SHTF, how would you do radio privacy? We cover the real differences between privacy tones (CTCSS/DCS), voice scramble...
02/09/2026

If SHTF, how would you do radio privacy? We cover the real differences between privacy tones (CTCSS/DCS), voice scramblers, DMR text messaging, and true encryption. We'll explore what actually works, what doesn’t, and what can help give you the secure comms you're looking for with actual demos!

In this video, we break down radio privacy, radio security, and encryption in a way that everyday users can understand — whethe...

In this video, we take a deep dive into the DNT Optics NVMD C200, a digital night vision device that genuinely surprised...
02/02/2026

In this video, we take a deep dive into the DNT Optics NVMD C200, a digital night vision device that genuinely surprised me. I’m normally an analog Gen 2 / Gen 3 PVS-14 user, and most digital night vision hasn’t impressed me—until now.

In this video, we take a deep dive into the NVMD C200, a digital weapon-mounted night vision device that ...

Thinking about getting into DMR Radio? Here's a step-by-step guide on how to program a DMR radio, including talk groups,...
01/19/2026

Thinking about getting into DMR Radio?
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to program a DMR radio, including talk groups, zones, simplex channels, repeaters, quick keys, text messaging, and custom digital encryption.

How to Program a DMR Radio (Start to Finish) | Talk Groups, Zones & EncryptionIn this complete step-by-step guide, I walk you through how to program the Baof...

Check out my review of the AGM PVS14E E-Model night vision monocular, focusing on what actually matters in the field: si...
01/12/2026

Check out my review of the AGM PVS14E E-Model night vision monocular, focusing on what actually matters in the field: size, weight, power options, reliability, mounting quirks, and real-world Gen 3 performance. Is the E-Model worth it?

. AGM PVS14E Review – Compact E-Model Night Vision (Gen 3 Performance Tested)In this video, I break down the AGM PVS...

If you’ve ever been frustrated by the 4-watt power limits of traditional CB radios, this might be the setup you’re looki...
01/05/2026

If you’ve ever been frustrated by the 4-watt power limits of traditional CB radios, this might be the setup you’re looking for. Using this hack, you'll have a higher-power, more flexible radio that can significantly improve range, clarity, and reliability when it matters most.

In this video, we take a hands-on look at the Radioddity QT40, a 10-meter Ham radio that many people use as a high...

In this follow-up video, I’m giving a 6-month update on my Gemtech Lunar 9 suppressor — and addressing a major issue I r...
12/29/2025

In this follow-up video, I’m giving a 6-month update on my Gemtech Lunar 9 suppressor — and addressing a major issue I ran into with Gemtech’s warranty and finish durability.

In this follow-up video, I’m giving a 6-month real-world update on my Gemtech Lunar 9 suppressor — and addressing a major issue I ran into with Gemtech’s war...

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