Starlight Foundry - Monocular Builder

Steele Industries

Steele Industries PVS-14R (Ruggedized)

Manufacturer & Origin: A 2025 US-based evolution of the classic PVS-14, designed for maximum field resilience.

Technical Specifications: Milled from 7075 billet aluminum for superior structural integrity. Weight is 119g for the housing (314g with optics). Exceeds all standard MIL-810G and IP68+ environmental ratings.

Operational Features: Standard rotary manual gain and power controls. This version includes an external Fischer battery port for extended missions and a low battery indicator.

Power & Compatibility: Dual-power capable via AA Lithium (50+ hours) or external packs. Covered by a lifetime warranty including accidental user damage.

Noctis

Noctis PVS-14

Manufacturer & Origin: Proudly manufactured in the USA, the Noctis PVS-14 is a modernized take on the industry-standard monocular, first introduced in 2000.

Technical Specifications: Constructed from high-strength, impact-resistant polymers, this unit weighs in at approximately 125g (housing only) and 320g with mil-spec optics. It features a robust IP68+ rating and exceeds MIL-STD-810G durability standards.

Operational Features: Utilizes a classic rotary knob for both power (On/Off) and precise manual gain adjustment. Includes an integrated low battery indicator and an on-board IR illuminator.

Power & Compatibility: Powered by a single AA Lithium battery providing 50+ hours of runtime. Backed by a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty against defects.

Low Light Innovations

Low Light Innovations MH-14

Manufacturer & Origin: Designed and produced in the USA as part of the 2025 MH ecosystem.

Technical Specifications: Built using a high-tech blend of Magnesium and Titanium for an elite strength-to-weight ratio. Housing weight is 112g (307g with optics). Fully rated to IP68+ and MIL-810G standards.

Operational Features: Features tactile rotary knob controls for power and manual gain. Engineered for seamless integration with the broader MH modular ecosystem.

Power & Compatibility: Runs on a single AA Lithium battery for 50+ hours. Includes a lifetime warranty that covers accidental damage by the user.

AB Night Vision

AB Night Vision RVM-14

Manufacturer & Origin: A 2024 release from AB Night Vision, precision-engineered and manufactured in the USA.

Technical Specifications: A lightweight powerhouse milled from 7075 billet aluminum. The housing weighs just 105g (300g with optics), offering extreme durability with an IP68+ and MIL-810G rating.

Operational Features: Designed for simplicity and reliability with rotary knob controls for manual gain and power. Includes a built-in IR illuminator and low battery warning.

Power & Compatibility: Optimized for CR-123a Lithium batteries, offering an impressive 75-hour runtime. Features a lifetime warranty on housing defects.