AGM RATTLER V2 THERMAL FIRST LOOK | V1 vs. V2

[@HansETX]

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[@ColeDedhand]

Well I'm glad I have a v1 of the TS35-384. I love the 1.5X magnification for the wide field of view.

[@HansETX]

It's a good one! Thanks for watching

[@1NotAPony1]

I'm a FFL/SOT. Been waiting for my distributor to get the V2's in stock. Found out today they shipped one out to me. TS35-384 V2. Looking forward to see how it does.

[@sandybartlett1333]

My rattler 640 has been awesome its taken a besting and works great still.

[@Lightwalker1978]

Sounds like steps in the right direction for AGM. I continue to be impressed with their ideas and product line.

[@HansETX]

Agree. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@Etxbugs]

I just got the v2 19-256. It does what I need it to. Being literally brand new to hunting, I have nothing to compare it to. My 12 y/o daughter needs a good scanner tho, what would you recommend that is decent and cheap. Like I said, we are literally 3 weeks into hunting anything and have spent a butt load on a rifle, thermal, bog, calls, etc.

[@westonf69]

What route did you end up going?

[@IsaiahChapter53isAboutJesus]

How's the picture/display clarity between V1's & V2s? About the same?

[@IsaiahChapter53isAboutJesus]

Can the recording features be turned off to help battery life?

[@thermalpursuit5447]

The v2 looks amazing

[@TroyPosey]

Hans, here's a question you might can answer, since you have them in-hand... Will the AGM-2111 ADM QD mount from the V1 fit on the V2 units? I really like the 2 clamp QD mount for bolt-actions, it feels more secure to me with more purchase on the pic rail. I have a V1 Rattler TS50-640 Long Range, and it has the 2 clamp mount from the factory. I am wanting to add a new V2 unit to my lineup, and want to know if the same AGM-2111 2-clamp QD mount from the V1 units will fit on the V2 units? Thanks in advance.

[@HansETX]

Troy, that’s a good question and I honestly don’t know. Haven’t tried to the swap.. thanks for watching

[@TroyPosey]

@@HansETX Any way yall could give it a shot and see, since you have both in-hand?

[@billwell9266]

Bought a V1 back in December ... haven't been very happy with it.

[@HansETX]

I hate to hear that! I would recommend reaching out to your dealer to see if there is an issue with your scope...

[@ofthebunnies]

what issues are you having with it? holding zero?

[@billwell9266]

@@ofthebunnies first was battery issues. Scope went immediately to "Low Battery". AGM walked me through a reset that fixed it. Have since switched to rechargables which it had issues with but setting voltage back to 3.0 instead of 3.7 helped but only get 30 to 50 minutes per charge. Had another issue with low batteries triggering scope to go haywire and freeze up but was only one night. And now scope won't connect to phone or computer.

[@lancelamoon6743]

Ya something just don’t sound right. The Rattler I have is awesome I carry a handful of rechargeable batteries and good to go.

[@grizzlygreene3529]

@@lancelamoon6743 These guys all say buy from an authorized dealer. They don’t go in to why.. and the authorized dealer won’t tell you the real reason because they know it would make the manufacturer look bad.

[@gsuit2815]

I’m so close to getting a rattler. Just gotta pull the trigger already but glad I didn’t do it last week because I had no idea they were coming out with a V2. Can you tell me if the 25-256 has the shot-recording feature? I really liked that when I was considering the Thor.

[@lancelamoon6743]

Yes it does and the V2 added sound which is cool. I bought the 25-256 last year for my daughter to use and its a really good unit for 150 yards and in.

[@lancelamoon6743]

I believe they have sound now if I heard it right.

[@gsuit2815]

@@lancelamoon6743 thanks for the reply. That’s awesome. I believe you can’t beat it for $1300 ( V2). I don’t have a thermal yet and only go out for coyotes a few times a year up in Pa but have been very interested in thermal technology and really can’t justify spending thousands for a “ once in a while hobby”. Plus the fact it can be used as a monocular quick and easy is awesome. Thanks again. Stay safe.

[@k.williamelliott7969]

Having problems with my v1 holding zero...is that a common issue?

[@HansETX]

No it isn't at all. If you bought it from Outdoor Legacy you need to reach out to is....

[@grizzlygreene3529]

You might not have the qd set tight enough to the rail. Try moving the tensioning nut down one or two more spaces. You want that thing locked on there tight. What torque spec did you run when mounting the scope to the base? I don’t think that was included in the manual. I think I went with 18 in lbs. Also, when you get it sighted in don’t take it off the gun. I’ve had issues with it holding zero after removing the scope and putting it back on the same location on the rail.

[@rickboettcher4334]

I have had an agm rattler 35-384 since Jan 2022 It has been great. I detect before buddy with pulsar. I also kill to 350yds I use an external battery that I got from outdoor legacy. I can hunt forever (20 plus hours continuous and recording) and external is still half a charge I bring in my bag with supplies cr batteries in case of an issue but never use I have a rangefinder on gun side from Fall River. It works, but at this point I can tell by cross hair on reticle 4 distance by number of dashes I have killed 66 coyotes since I have got it I only put cr batteries in when I download videos to computer. Helps it pop up on E drive

[@ConditionZero76]

I get that you guys want to push the higher end sensor versions for sales/ money, but man it would be nice if one channel would show the image quality of the 256 sensor models, considering thats what 90% of the vieweing audience can afford!! Every channle wants to push the the higher end sensor, unfortunately in Bidens economy they're far out of reach for most!! Please show the V2 TS19-256 or V2 Ts25-256

[@HansETX]

I appreciate you watching and I understand what you are saying, but this video is not about the higher sensor version of the rattler. These are the 384 resolution units, not the V2 640’s which are considered higher resolution and start at $4k. 90% of the night hunting market is definitely not buying 256 resolution optics, the vast majority are buying 384. Quality thermal scopes for night hunting start at almost $2k and the rattler 384 V2’s are considered entry level thermal optics. This video has nothing to do with trying to push expensive scopes, all things considered these scopes are considered on the more budget friendly side of the spectrum. Here is my quick review of the 256 stuff, honestly, I wouldn’t use it to hunt past 100 yards. If all your shots are under 100 yards then it’s probably fine. I saved you from having to watch a long boring review video 😂. Thanks for watching!

[@ConditionZero76]

​@HansETX fair enough lol , thanks for sparing me the long drawn out video version 👍🏼💯

[@ConditionZero76]

​@HansETX I will add tho, that while I completely understand the different version of sensors and the 384 being prob the best middle ground view for the dollar. Theirs thousands of videos all over the internet and KZbin with guys usuing 160x120 sensor thermals hunting everywhere and far beyond a 100 yards. And if you look around and try to find a deal on a 256x192 scope any brand, it's sold out far more often than the 384 or 640s and for good reason. It's out of reach for a good portion of society... but I understand your point and appreciate you getting back...💯👍🏼

[@HansETX]

@@ConditionZero76 we work will all of the major thermal brands (pulsar, AGM, rix, infiray, Bering optics, and nvision) except ATN and none of them sell a 160 resolution scope. AGM sells a 160 monocular and most people that buy it end up returning it because they hoped it would be better than it actually is. The only 160 resolution scope that I know of is the ATN Thor LT. If the majority of the market wants 160 and 256, why wouldn’t all of these other companies be mass producing them like crazy? A couple of these companies make 256 stuff but it’s not near as popular for hunters as their 384 scopes. I say this as someone who’s done this for almost 10 years and I talk to 30-50 customers on the phone everyday Monday through Friday. I’m not trying to talk to you into buying a more expensive scope. You should buy whatever your budget allows…

[@roymotley4592]

Already got the new V2 ordered from yall on tuesday about 10am. Cant wait to compare it to the iray gl35 i have also.

[@HansETX]

Thank you for your business!

[@MrRhsmike189]

How did the 2 compare?

[@roymotley4592]

I love the new v2. Accurate. Great image. For me i like menu and lay out better.. but gl35 is also a great thermal.

[@MrRhsmike189]

@@roymotley4592 sweet! If you had to pick one?!

[@roymotley4592]

@MrRhsmike189 id go the new agm V2. For the price its awesome.

[@gaylordgredel9360]

I want to purchase my first thermal....is there a better thermal optic than this V2 for the money? I want to stay below $3k....I'm think the 384 35 model ??? Thanks...

[@HansETX]

I appreciate the comment. Give us a call and we can discuss all of your options… 877-350-1818

[@urizon41]

The mount seems like a step down. Has it kept zero okay?

[@HansETX]

really? it's an ADM mount... they are the best

[@urizon41]

@@HansETX Im olny asking because didnt the V1 have double throw levers? Im not doubting its good, just wondering. Imagine mounting any other optic like that.

[@HansETX]

@@urizon41 I gotcha… honestly, the one lever mount shouldn’t be a concern. Nvision sales their $6k to $10k thermals all with adm one lever mounts. 👍🏻

[@urizon41]

@@HansETX Thanks brother!

[@BeaglerBassFishingOutdoors]

Think i want the 640.. how is the vid compared to the pulsar trail 640?

[@HansETX]

Thanks for watching. Give us a call and we can discuss the differences. 877-350-1818

[@t.t.pickle9643]

Iray all they way

[@dustinshaw2419]

Is there sound yet?

[@gsuit2815]

Yes

[@HansETX]

Yes sir Dustin! Thanks for watching

[@FranklinGray]

Can the ts50 v2 640 clip-on?

[@HansETX]

No sir, they make the TC models and those are clip on

[@FranklinGray]

@@HansETX Thank you. I just realized that when I went to their web page. They have some that they say are coming soon. How soon? Also, what is better, a scope zooming in on a clip-on or a scope with digital zoom? When I am zeroing my normal scope, I zoom in all the way for 100 yards (I think 16x). Not so sure I can get a good zero without zooming in.

[@rickboettcher4334]

I also see zero in issue Sighted in when I got it over 2 yrs ago and never been off For the money as entry performs flawless for me. Better than higher pulsar I look through to be honest Got from outdoor legacy. Great guys and I hear service. I have not needed any other than external battery initially. I have a second and carry it. I have a second for my pulsar axion scanner. By the way I wish I got AGM instead!!!! Got because my buddies have same thing. It works but AGM detects so much better that I wish I had did scanner too. AGM just works and is alot less I will upgrade down the road but for now I'm a happy killing machine

[@HansETX]

Thank you Rick! I appreciate the comment and your business…

[@Charlie_Sixx]

Why does it seem like I’m the only one that runs surefire rechargeable 123 batteries 🤣

[@kathyspearman6479]

thanks hans 235 here

[@HansETX]

Thanks for watching

[@johnflores4602]

They decided to update the Rattler over the Adder?!?! That is nothing more than a money grab for AGM.

[@bmeeks6066]

Agree the Adder is where they need to be putting the effort in!!

[@benjaminbagley4168]

They sell more rattlers. Natural to invest in the product that moves more.

[@hunnerhall841]

The rattler definitely needed the update

[@kentuckybowl-o-sticks]

@@bmeeks6066 Isn't the Adder newer? Why would you upgrade something that is newer-tech ALREADY?

[@danfromga9696]

Adder is new tech, they brought rattler up to the adder's spec. Rattler needed the update. No more cr123a batts and an increase on base zoom with the 384 models.. Im buying a rattler to scan, adder is a better dedicated thermal, and a better thermal for bolt guns..