Understanding FOM in Night Vision: What It Means for Real-World Visibility
There is a reason the US Military has relied on the PVS14 for decades. It’s tough, it’s reliable, and honestly, it does everything well. When people look for their first piece of night gear, they usually land here. Why? Because you aren't stuck using it just one way. If you buy a dedicated rifle scope, it has to stay on the rifle. If you buy big binoculars, they are heavy. But PVS14 Night Vision is different. It adapts to whatever mission or hobby your doing. Here are the 5 main ways you can use this little workhorse. 1. Handheld Spotter This is the easiest way to use it. You can keep a PVS-14 in a cargo pocket or a pouch. If you hear a noise in the backyard or need to scan a field for coyotes before setting up, you just pull it out. It’s lightweight and fits in one hand perfectly. You dont need any fancy mounts for this, just the unit itself. 2. Helmet Mounted (Hands-Free) This is how most pros use it. By attaching the PVS14 to a helmet or a "skull crusher" ...