Custom Night Vision | Laser Comparison 2.0

You asked, we delivered. Here is our latest laser comparison with some of the best lasers on the market. We included civilian lasers like the MAWL C1+ and full power as well, like the peq15 and NGAL. Let us know what you think? Which laser is right for you?
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0:00 - Intro
2:33 - Overview
3:57 - B.E. Myers MAWL C1+
4:44 - 3EIR Designate IRV
5:37 - Wilcox Raid XE full power
6:10 - Wilcox Raid XE civilian
7:07 - Peq15
8:04 - NGAL
9:09 - Steiner Dbal D2
10:49 - Comparison
11:57 - Wilcox Raptar S
13:26 - Final Thoughts

[@1BXB]

I really like how you let these lasers, in your words, speak for themselves with the side by side comparisons. Really well done. Thanks!

[@kevin11288]

No thank you for your participation 😘

[@Prepared_Mindset_Pod]

Loved the Wayne's World reference 😂 also thank you for doing a expansive comparison instead of just 2 or 3. This is really helpful. I run a A3 currently but this made me want a Raid!

[@kevin11288]

Hell yeah man, I wish I had more on hand to test

[@Prepared_Mindset_Pod]

@@kevin11288 still great work. Only ones I think were really missing was maybe the DBAL A3 and the Holosun LS321. Great video for dudes looking to get into their first laser and see where the performance truly lies.

[@burntheships]

Love to see it, keep it up guys!

[@fancyfancypunx]

These comparrison videos are super useful, thank you for doing them!

[@kevin11288]

Thank you for watching them

[@edgarhume8184]

Great video, really helpful.

[@dynamicsolutions5712]

Great comparison video!

[@OnesandXeroes]

Thank you! We really enjoy making these video's for y'all

[@joejoeseesingtons]

Been waiting for this one!

[@kevin11288]

We all have.

[@GregsGruns]

Cool comparison! I only have experience with the Dbal but my friend has a RAID and really likes it. I hope they become more available in the future

[@salwurstman6879]

Great content on a very niche subject. Thanks for the effort.

[@OnesandXeroes]

Thank you for watching!

[@kevin11288]

I nearly sweated

[@NightVisionHunting]

Excited to see what L3 brings next

[@Orphican]

Something we either can't afford or they won't sell probably.

[@JamesSmith-km2kl]

Great video!!

[@kevin11288]

Great comment.

[@ChrisVellrath]

Thanks for taking the time to set up and compare these! To improve your overall video production values, consider installing a 90s Tia Carrere silhouette downrange? But only for designating, no blasting - schwing!😘

[@kevin11288]

Lmfao

[@nurse-dude]

The IR-V was a compete shock to me when I first got mine. Love the simplicity of it and it being light weight is a big bonus

[@kevin11288]

It’s pretty bad ass

[@Red5.0931]

Been using a DIR-V for a year. It’s amazing and has held up the abuse. Happy with mine

[@kevin11288]

It’s pretty awesome

[@Red5.0931]

@@kevin11288 you know what else is awesome? Some mf Manticores 🤣

[@Space_Racer]

Now do it again when the Holosun and Zbolt come out :P. Appreciate the info in the vid!

[@Snapper314]

Yup. Because most normal folks won't or can't get Full Power versions. The Holosun IRIS and ZBolt Acal are what is within most folks price and accessibility. BTW, that Steiner D2 is IMPRESSIVE!

[@kevin11288]

@@Snapper314there are 4 civ powered lasers here lol.

[@kevin11288]

We probably will but I need someone to let me borrow them.

[@OnesandXeroes]

Had way too much filming this one. Can't wait for the 3.0 video. Stay beautiful Kevin

[@customnightvision]

🤌

[@kevin11288]

“Will an LA5 Blind stray cats in your neighborhood? Today we’re going to find out” intro and B-roll

[@UnobtaniumsQuickReviews]

Really happy with my Raid Xe. It's off being repaired, but the form factor is awesome! Great video btw!

[@kevin11288]

Thank you sir!

[@ItsIntelligent]

Why is it being repaired

[@UnobtaniumsQuickReviews]

@@ItsIntelligent The laser had artifact.

[@ItsIntelligent]

@@UnobtaniumsQuickReviewsinteresting… debating getting a xe or maybe wait for ogl… lol

[@kevin11288]

@@ItsIntelligent OGL is no bueno

[@elijahanderson6736]

The biggest advantage to MAWL has over most is the simplicity and ability to change the Illuminator on the fly. The ergos are way ahead others imo. I like that I can can’t the gun and make my “offset” 100% vertical as well. If I was to get another laser I would get the raid x civ power

[@Rockstar6111]

I got the joke, but I thought it was austin powers lol. I have the D2 and its a solid performer.

[@thegolflife7565]

The difference with the raid xe and civilian was the laser not as much the illuminator

[@lbountymanl]

Thanks Kev for making the video. Finally a great comparison! On a separate note, do yall plan on selling opscore rf1 helmets any time soon?

[@kevin11288]

No sir.

[@lbountymanl]

😢

[@jonathandavenport1172]

Haven’t watched the video yet, but lulz at the intro

[@kevin11288]

Just being myself man

[@OnesandXeroes]

I just let him roll with it, almost nothing we do is scripted

[@nalgenelidtether]

I love my D2. I run it in a spot on a 14.5 where I can hit the onboard fire button and have a tape switch directly behind the unit (the one Steiner includes) as my main activation method. My flashlight sits just below the led illuminator and has a clicky tail cap for activation. Only real down side to the setup.

[@kevin11288]

That sounds nice

[@4MRRanch]

Thanks for taking the time to do this. I was working on making a similar video. Just curious, how has KZbin been treating you? Do most of your videos get denied the blessing of monetization and being circulated in the algorithm?

[@kevin11288]

Honestly I haven’t even looked into monetizing.

[@4MRRanch]

@@kevin11288 interesting, I’m almost considering not trying anymore on my end. My running theory is that if you turn monetization on, and it doesn’t get approved due to guns/NV content (night vision and thermal “sights” aren’t allowed per their terms, but I think they lump NV in one category) then they pretty much shadow ban the content. The reason I try to keep my videos monetized is that it would make sense for the algorithm to want to circulate videos that are making the platform money. Just frustrating either way so I was curious if you had the same issues.

[@thatoneguy454c]

I'll be honest, sometimes FP lasers are to much. I like to have the option, but if the laser completely washes out the target then you can not get accurate shot placement.

[@kentanyamartin8313]

That d-irv for the win

[@kevin11288]

It’s pretty incredible

[@OnesandXeroes]

It is definitely impressive

[@rebel_scum_]

3:29 I noticed your cables for your amps are kinda in a zig zag when their stowed. Have you had any issues with pulling on these wires over time? I wish they had another inch of slack in them for my big ass size 2 helmet 😂

[@kevin11288]

Nah man they’ve been fine

[@Orphican]

I'm really hoping the $800 Holosun or the Zbolt can at least match the D2. If the build quality of those two is anything better than the Designate IR-V then it's an instant buy for me.

[@mlichfield]

Nice

[@kevin11288]

Nice

[@savagegentleman3583]

Hey, thanks for the video guys; have you noticed any problems with the D-IRV? I have watched some videos and read some forums that reported widespread problems maintaining zero and such. Have you heard about this? If so, have they been corrected? Thanks in advance for your time.

[@kevin11288]

I think most of the issues were associated with earlier revisions. the current models seem to be solid.

[@customnightvision]

All the units we have used have been 100%

[@dukecleve4008]

I've had one since Oct 23..Ran Two NV classes and just Randomly shooting held up 💯

[@mikethefz07guy79]

Wayne’s World, Party time, Excellent! Party on Garth!

[@RAM-ez8ml]

Do you guys have any plans on carrying the new argus quads?

[@kevin11288]

Not at the moment.

[@m4a1JAY]

Would you say the Wilcox Raid X/Xe is more durable than the NGAL?

[@kevin11288]

Nah probably about the same.

[@LARPeratorsAnonymous]

Interesting that your IRV illum is round. Mine has the upgraded cap, mount, and Arisaka button, but the illum is square. Was the diffuser cap on? Beam still seems tight if it is.

[@paytonwoodruff3621]

How do you like the IRV. I’m looking to jump into my first serious lam and this has my attention because it’s lightweight. I have a Sig rattler sd so it’s already kind of front heavy so weight savings is valuable. It will also sit on top of a suppressor so I’m not sure how the heat will effect the unit

[@kevin11288]

No diffuser was off

[@LARPeratorsAnonymous]

@@paytonwoodruff3621 I have a video on my channel about it. check it out! It is great so far, but did have to send it in for a co alignment issue. The ergos and profile are PERFECT. I cant state that enough. No need to extra switches, and weighs 7oz with battery. Its been beaten up quit a bit, sitting above a warcomp, and dropped off my truck bed and held zero. I would guess I have 1500 rounds on this one so far. But for 2k....I would wait and see what the Zbolt acal and the Holosun IRIS have to offer. especially if the holosun is $800 and running VSCEL tech like the MAWL and IRV

[@LARPeratorsAnonymous]

@@kevin11288 Interesting. Do you know what year yours was manufactured? Mine is jan of 23. Maybe they made a switch to a round illum after that.

[@kentanyamartin8313]

I have shit a 1000 over my irv and heat is not a prob and I have the upgraded one also

[@charlesl5226]

Cool line up what’s the plan for all those lasers? Maybe a give away 🤔😉

[@kevin11288]

😂😂😂 throw them in the sea.

[@2001yz250rider1]

Liked before I even started playing the video. Lol

[@kevin11288]

Thanks boo.

[@Citadel2A]

Need the name of that dnc jacket

[@kevin11288]

Qilo tactical

[@Simeon.W]

As a Dbal D2 owner I cannot stress how LARGE it really is

[@kevin11288]

It’s big haus

[@paytonwoodruff3621]

Has anyone come out with a new plug system for the raid xe yet?

[@kevin11288]

Yes.

[@MeatAndSomePotatoes]

0:13 - I'm not zeroing lasers at night dad! Edit: I'm zeroing them at night..

[@kevin11288]

lol

[@JakeLauren]

The MAWL C1+ is good but the MAWL DA is absolutely the tits I wish you would’ve shown it in here. I love my DA

[@kevin11288]

I’ll do another video geez.

[@nipsy_lafett]

I woulda come up there and helped out. But I’m low on gas And you need a jacket

[@thegolflife7565]

How is the laser in the skeet and voodoo-s?

[@customnightvision]

dont have either currently.

[@MSSynsyterGates]

hahah Please watch the video until the end. It is worth it.

[@kevin11288]

Thanks man

[@nathanlarivey8802]

Don’t worry, Wayne’s world references are not lost on everybody in the comments 😂

[@kevin11288]

Yay

[@thegolflife7565]

Should have used a primed white wood 😂

[@RodneyAlan]

I got the Wayne’s World reference lol

[@kevin11288]

Gentleman and a scholar. Now learn Cantonese and impress Casandras dad.

[@havelook5014]

is it sold in china

[@kevin11288]

Is what sold in China?

[@wherenowhow6037]

Grown ups run the Dbal A3 50/50/200. Run with the big dogs or don't run at all. 😛

[@pablo4yu]

Real men use lazer pointer

[@kevin11288]

lol hey it works. The ilum is just abysmal

[@johnl-cz2qg]

Yeah the Dbal A3 Illuminator sucks at long range, but it seems to work good for close range for me. For long range I use a Modlite IR light on my rifle and shoot passive through my Aimpoint and that seems to work just fine for me. I actually prefer to shoot passively now thanks to the high mounts out today. I like having a IR light on my rifle because it really lights everything up when its really dark out in the bush. I also run two IR lights on my helmet for indoor use as well. I find that my red dot brightness setting that I use for the flashlight works perfectly with the IR light when shooting passively as well. I guess when you are poor and don't have a high power laser you have to make due! LOL. Great video! :) @@kevin11288

[@wherenowhow6037]

@@kevin11288 LOL. You just gotta know where to get A3's with clean 200 mW edge emitting Illuminators. They are far from abysmal. A few might not be clean, but many are very clean with zero artifacts and nice round beams. Most FP PEQ 15's have trashy/artifacts with oblong illuminators.

[@wherenowhow6037]

@@johnl-cz2qg I can assure you a Dbal A3 50/50/200 does not suck. Gotta get the right flava to be a playa. 😎

[@Briathos1]

How does a family man afford this stuff? I hate not having all the capability at night….but I also need to put food on the table. Are there dads of 3 that have managed to nabs this kind of gear?

[@ItsIntelligent]

Holosun Laser lol

[@Briathos1]

@@ItsIntelligent ah. Mmmyes.

[@kevin11288]

The answer is crime.

[@Briathos1]

@@kevin11288 Ah, gotcha. Well…not looking to get thrown in jail trying to steal night vision haha

[@kevin11288]

@@Briathos1 no, don’t steal nightvision. Get creative and make money.

[@SOTB69]

wer boss ?

[@kevin11288]

Right here bb

[@therealderrickwynne]

I got kicked out of the Army for refusing the vaccine. (scratches neck) Y'all got any more of them jobs?

[@kevin11288]

lol not yet.

[@elijahanderson6736]

Good on you fellow pure blood. I got the boot and RE-4 from the navy. Good luck and reach out if you need anyone to talk too

[@brittanycompton9150]

Land of the free?

[@fr1tz165]

You guys are morons LMAO

[@philweed1603]

You are a smart man refusing that jab. I know over a dozen people who are very sick or paralyzed from it.

[@TheLonelyBarber]

Obsessed autistic gang💯🤘

[@kevin11288]

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