Night Owl Tactical Series G1 Night Vision Binocular Goggles (1x)

by Night Owl

Product Features

• Compact set of night-vision binoculars with comfortable head mount
• 1x magnification and 26mm objective lens; 455-foot viewing range
• Push button mounting flexibility with easy flip-up design
• Coated specifically for nighttime viewing to enhance image brightness
• This item is prohibited from export outside the US

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Night Owl's classic military-style night vision goggle system is designed for hands-free use with a head-mask. The hinged quick-release mount also allows the user to quickly flip the goggle up out of his field of view or to detach for use as a hand-held binocular. Designed for use while walking or operating a vehicle, the BG1 presents the user a non-magnified 1-to-1 image with a wide field of view. 1.4 F lenses improve depth perception beyond that provided by standard night vision viewers. And a light sensor automatically cuts power to prevent burning out the intensifier tubes in the event of exposure to a potentially damaging light source.

Features:

• Use with head-mount, flip up or detach completely
• Enhanced depth perception
• Wide field-of-view
• Bright-light protection circuit
• Close-up focusing
• Two better-quality generation-1 image intensifier tubes
• Built-in columnated infrared illuminator for use in complete darkness or to improve target recognition in any environment
• Precision-machined aluminum housing and lens bodies

Specifications:

• Head-mount included
• Magnification: 1x
• Lens diameter: 20 mm
• Lens F#: 1.4
• Resolution: 35 lp/mm on center
• Spectral Sensitivity: 400 nm to 900 nm
• Diopter adjustment: +4 to -4
• Interocular distance: 2.5 feet (6.4cm)
• Minimum focal distance: 9.5 feet (24cm)
• Angular Field of View: 30 degrees;
• Field of View at 200 ft.: 116 feet (61m / 35m)
• Dimensions: 5.25 by 4.85 by 2.1 inches (L x W x H)
• Complete system: 23 ounces
• Binocular only: 14.3 ounces
• Power Supply: requires (2) 1.5 volt Type-N batteries (not included)
• Battery Life: 40 to 80 hours, depending on infrared usage
• Infrared Illuminator, built-in
• Photo detector system for ambient light detection and auto power-down

Product Description

Night Owl Owl Night Vision Tactical Goggles NOBG1 Binoculars

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 3 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00027O1AQ
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: NOBG1
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #143,793 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #80 in Electronics > Camera & Photo > Binoculars, Telescopes & Optics > Monoculars

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

72 of 74 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Hey it works but i'll update it through it's life, June 4, 2007

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This review is from: Night Owl Tactical Series G1 Night Vision Binocular Goggles (1x) (Electronics)

Received it promptly from amazon with free shipping. Item is made in Belarus. Instructions are sufficient enough. Please note, you need to purchase the ultra rare N-battery(mostly used for medical devices) - I checked every local store and all did not carry it. I had to buy it from amazon and paid a hefty shipping price because it was a third party.

Let's move on to the goggles. The item is divided into two parts, one is the binocular part the other is the head strap.

The head strap sure looks scary (like something used in the movie SAW) but is easy to put on and adjust. You can adjust the circumference and then the tightness and comes with a chin strap to make it tighter. I have a big head - about 16 inches around, and it fits with a little more room for adjustment. Overall, it should fit almost anyone.

The worst thing I am afraid of the goggle part is the two buttons, these buttons seem like they will be stuck if press to hard, so don't press to hard!

The feel of this item is not the best; it still feels like it's cheap but all I can say right now is it works.

I tried it outdoors at night, ultra pitch dark and it gives a good image. I say the clarity is 8 out of 10. Maybe I could have some better focusing, but I tried and tried and that was the best I can come up with.


For 557 dollars it provides an adquedate use for night vision; I'm sure they are many out there that are even clearer, but you will have to pay an even bigger price.

I'll try to update on this product as time passes.