Custom Dual Tube Builder

Nocturn Industries

Nocturn Industries Manticore (Rugged)

Manufacturer & Origin: Released in 2024, designed and manufactured in the USA.

Technical Specifications: Precision CNC machined from 7075 billet aluminum for maximum rigidity. Housing weight: 175g (565g with optics). Exceeds MIL-810G and IP68+ standards.

Operational Features: Intuitive push-button interface for power and stepped/infinite gain control. Features "force to overcome" integrated IPD stops and individual tube cut-offs.

Power & Compatibility: Features a LEMO 00B connection for external power. Runtime: 20+ hours (internal) or 60+ hours (external pack). Lifetime warranty includes accidental damage.

Nocturn Industries Manticore (Molded)

Manufacturer & Origin: A 2025 US-made variant designed to minimize weight without sacrificing core features.

Technical Specifications: Constructed from high-tech lightweight polymers, bringing the housing weight down to an impressive 126g (516g with optics). Fully IP68+ and MIL-810G rated.

Operational Features: Digital push-button interface for both power and stepped/infinite gain. Includes "force to overcome" IPD stops and individual tube cut-offs.

Power & Compatibility: Features a LEMO 00B connection. Runtime is 20+ hours (internal) or 60+ hours (external). Includes a lifetime warranty covering accidental damage.

Nocturn Industries UANVB Katana

Manufacturer & Origin: A US-made staple originally released in 2021, with an updated "Gen 3" molded version arriving in 2025.

Technical Specifications: Uses a hybrid reinforced injection-molded polymer, weighing only 110g (501g with optics). Rated for IP68+ and MIL-810G.

Operational Features: Simple push-button power with automatic brightness control. Features "force to overcome" IPD stops and individual tube cut-offs for a streamlined profile.

Power & Compatibility: Includes a 2-pin LEMO 00B connection for external packs. Runtime is 20+ hours (internal) or 60+ hours (external). Lifetime warranty includes accidental damage.

Nocturn Industries UANVB-R Katana (Rugged)

Manufacturer & Origin: The 2024 "Rugged" evolution of the Katana, manufactured in the USA.

Technical Specifications: Upgraded to 7075 billet aluminum construction, weighing 156g (547g with optics). Maintains the standard IP68+ and MIL-810G ratings.

Operational Features: Streamlined push-button power with automatic brightness control. Includes integrated IPD stops and individual tube cut-offs.

Power & Compatibility: Equipped with a 2-pin LEMO 00B connection. 20+ hours (internal) or 60+ hours (external). Lifetime warranty covers accidental user damage.

Low Light Innovations

Low Light Innovations MH-1

Manufacturer & Origin: A 2024 US-manufactured articulating system designed for modularity.

Technical Specifications: Utilizing a Magnesium and Titanium chassis, this is one of the lightest articulating units at 170g (560g with optics). Rated IP68+ and MIL-810G.

Operational Features: Dual rotary knobs for power and manual gain. Features a modular housing design with optional panning arms and individual tube cut-offs.

Power & Compatibility: Powered by 123 Lithium (20+ hrs) or via the integrated Fischer battery port (60+ hrs with pack). Includes a lifetime warranty covering accidental damage.

Steele Industries

Steele Industries Nighthawk

Manufacturer & Origin: A 2025 US-manufactured articulating system designed for rugged professional use.

Technical Specifications: Milled from 7075 billet aluminum for maximum frame rigidity. Housing weight: 170g (560g with optics). Exceeds MIL-810G and IP68+ environmental ratings.

Operational Features: Traditional rotary knob controls for both power and manual gain. Features integrated IPD stops and individual tube cut-offs.

Power & Compatibility: Includes a LEMO port for external battery compatibility. 20+ hours of runtime on a CR-123a. Lifetime warranty includes accidental damage protection.

AB Night Vision

AB Night Vision RNVG

Manufacturer & Origin: A battle-proven 2019 US design known for being the most durable fixed-bridge system on the market.

Technical Specifications: Milled from solid 7075 billet aluminum. Housing weight: 188g (578g with optics). Rated to exceed MIL-810G and IP68+ standards.

Operational Features: Simple, reliable rotary knob power and automatic brightness control. Focuses on pure structural strength for high-impact environments.

Power & Compatibility: Features a LEMO port for external packs. 20+ hours on a single CR-123a. Lifetime warranty on housing defects.

AB Night Vision RPNVG (Panning)

Manufacturer & Origin: US-made innovation released in 2022, offering a wider field of view through panning capability.

Technical Specifications: Robust 7075 billet aluminum construction. Housing weight: 205g (595g with optics). Environmentally sealed to IP68+ and MIL-810G specs.

Operational Features: Allows the tubes to be panned outward for an increased FOV. Controlled via a push-button power interface with automatic brightness controls and a low battery indicator.

Power & Compatibility: Uses CR-123a batteries (20+ hrs) or an external battery pack via LEMO port (60+ hrs). Lifetime warranty on housing.

AB Night Vision MGA

Manufacturer & Origin: Precision-engineered and manufactured in the USA, slated for a 2025 release.

Technical Specifications: A heavy-duty unit milled from 7075 billet aluminum. Housing weight is 210g (600g with optics). It carries a full IP68+ and MIL-810G durability rating.

Operational Features: Utilizes a rotary knob for manual gain and a push-button for power. Includes individual tube cut-offs when articulated and a programmable auto-off feature.

Power & Compatibility: Equipped with a LEMO port for external power. Runtime is 20+ hours (internal 123 Lithium) or 60+ hours with a battery pack. Includes a lifetime warranty on housing defects.

AB Night Vision ARNVG

Manufacturer & Origin: A 2024 US-manufactured articulating system built for those who prefer the rigidity of metal.

Technical Specifications: Precision CNC machined from 7075 billet aluminum. Housing weight is 170g (567g with optics). Rated to exceed MIL-810G and IP68+ specs.

Operational Features: Push-button power with automatic brightness controls. Includes a programmable auto-off feature and an on-board IR illuminator.

Power & Compatibility: Features a LEMO port for external power. 20+ hours (internal) or 60+ hours (external pack). Covered by a lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects.

Act in Black

Act in Black DTNVS-MG

Manufacturer & Origin: Precision-engineered in Europe, the DTNVS-MG (Manual Gain) is a top-tier choice for 2024.

Technical Specifications: Crafted from advanced lightweight polymers, weighing 123g (513g total with optics). Fully submersible and shock-rated beyond MIL-810G and IP68+ requirements.

Operational Features: Features an infinite rotary knob for gain and a push-button power interface. Includes individual tube cut-offs when articulated, programmable auto on/off, and an on-board illuminator.

Power & Compatibility: Uses a CR-123a Lithium battery for 20+ hours of life.

Act in Black DTNVS

Manufacturer & Origin: The 2020 European-designed industry standard for lightweight articulating binoculars.

Technical Specifications: Built from high-strength lightweight polymers, weighing 123g (514g with optics). Fully submersible (IP68+) and shock-rated.

Operational Features: Rotary switch power with automatic brightness control. Includes individual tube cut-offs, programmable auto on/off, and an on-board IR illuminator.

Power & Compatibility: Optimized for 25 hours of runtime on a single 123 Lithium battery. Note: This unit does not feature an external battery port.

AEON

AEON ANVB

Manufacturer & Origin: A 2025 release manufactured in China, offering a feature-rich entry at a competitive price point.

Technical Specifications: Built from lightweight polymers, weighing 185g (575g with optics). Rated to exceed MIL-810G and IP68+ standards.

Operational Features: Features an "infinite" rotary knob for gain and push-button power. Includes integrated IPD stops (hand-screw adjusted), dual-focus on-board illumination, and individual tube cut-offs.

Power & Compatibility: Features a Fischer port for external battery packs. 20+ hours on a CR-123a Lithium battery. Backed by a 5-year warranty including accidental damage.