Must-Have Night Vision Gear for the Coming Struggle

[@backachershomestead]

We use our NOD's on our farm a lot more then we thought we would.

[@eriklambert3809]

They are sooo useful. Thermals have been great too. Been using air rifles and thermals for critters

[@backachershomestead]

@eriklambert3809 My son has been trying to get me to invest in thermal. Guess I should check into it. Thanks

[@50shadesofcerakote]

Ive caught people trespassing on our farm a few times. My NV paid itself off after the first time I caught someone.

[@backachershomestead]

@50shadesofcerakote The people around me do it in the day. I catch them, hope they don't fall in the hog pen.

[@furrbearrapedmycat7223]

​@@backachershomestead "why no sheriff, I haven't seen any evidence that they fell into my hog pen. "

[@trini-rt6xn]

Best videos ever! Nobody has time to comb through the details of survival gear, and most of it is hype. It's refreshing to find a trustworthy source who's done the homework and legwork for us. We appreciate you. ✨

[@DeeRay1981]

I had the best dad, but i lost him way, way too young. I love watching you and think of you as my online father figure, thank you 🙏

[@little438]

god bless 🙏

[@AllanteLexus]

I love this guy too - he's amazing. I am sorry about your father.

[@ManInTheWoods76]

For the poor common men, try this: $40 bike or board helmet Paint it. $100 headlamp. Velcro the strap to helmet. Put dark sock tube over lamp to prevent reflection when not in use. $600 for decent thermal handheld. Mount to rifle or carry in pouch. You are 75% the way there at 1/8 the price. Equip your friends

[@CMG78]

Invest in training yourself being proficient in weapons handling a tactics will serve you more than all the gear. People who have fancy stuff but poor skills are just walking loot drops

[@ManInTheWoods76]

​​@@CMG78absolutely. One observation I've made in my studies and training is this. The separation between professionals and laymen is fixed and concrete. The pro actually arrives at proficiency. The layman lacks the appreciable proficiency but the NEED for it still exists at some level. The human brain tends to fill the perceived gap with fantasy. But the practical solution is to recognize the laziness of fantasy and apply the work (a reasonable amount of work) that is required to arrive at REASONABLE proficiency. Most of us miss that mark due to the inherent ignorance, laziness and resultant fantasy. We would do well to understand the "four levels of competence" and admit to ourselves the truth... To achieve capability requires actual work (as you say!)

[@Livelaughlove-n8t]

@ManInTheWoods76 . It's like watching the student council of high school attempting to fight the military.

[@OrbitalTrails-x5s]

How much did you pay for your tinfoil hat?

[@Frank_Hughes]

@@CMG78 Training can compensate for a lot of things but not seeing at night when your enemy can see like it's Mid day or just heat signatures is not one of them.

[@marcmmclellan]

I run a little different setup. Different brand of duals. I use one Velcro retainer and the Wilcox retainer. Different gen Comtacs. NOD battery pack. I don’t like dead weight for counter weight so in my counter weight pouch I have extra batteries. Always well done!

[@ericdoubleu5390]

I use batteries as a counter weight too.

[@defensorlibertatis9342]

You were very patient with that cat. Shows excellent character. Glad you finally covered NV. Thank you I learned a lot.

[@Grenadesandham]

He’s patient with a cat so that means he has “excellent character”? Dang that bar is low…

[@jansoderman1408]

So you think a youtuber will beat a cat when he broadcast? If so he will be banned from KZbin for lifetime

[@arthurfranco9191]

I watched your first video when you just started with night vision, we learned and grew our knowledge together, night vision certainly is a rabbit hole as we find ourselves constantly upgrading all the equipment. You say you’re not an expert, but you are an expert as you move forward and try new things.

[@oldatheart]

External battery pack retention system, and watch face band/cover are your extra bits.

[@X_TheInvisibleMan_X]

Night vision was a game changer for me. It seems expensive to get into but isnt as far out as some would think. Those extra rifles you built to arm the neighbors (they should buy their own), The other hobbies you invested in and quit after a month, Sell that stuff and invest it here. It’s worth the leap even if you use it once a month to look at the stars.

[@watchchannel8201]

Please please do more videos on nods. I am a proho and am 23 trying to get into night vision. I usually follow what you’ve done for gear and mindset, and it’s worked out well for me. Thank you! God bless.

[@evancourtney7746]

Don't go for a CCD base system, they're not appropriate for aiming as all have a few 10s of millisecond delay. You need an image intensifier tube based system, yes they're more expensive.

[@_ezra6217]

I'm not sure what it is about the little jingle at the end but I sure do love it.

[@witchdoc5075]

Love the kitty helper. I feel this every time im in the shop!

[@BitterGrenade]

AGM rattler v2 thermal for 800 if pvs14's are out of your price range. Great video man.

[@mattwilliams3504]

Thermal signatures may be more important. Have you tested Thermal?

[@Robert_H_Diver]

Thermal has its purpose but it’s hard to tell who’s who under thermal. A lot easier to PID (positively identify) under NV. Obviously if you can afford it, get both. But if I had to pick one it would be NV all day until thermal tech improves. Also you’ll get less headaches looking through NV because it’s just glass. With thermal you’re looking at a screen.

[@allenz6828]

​@@Robert_H_DiverHave you seen the new trend of having both on the same set-up? Dominant eye with night vision and other with thermal... Either way it's expensive

[@GravySealNetwork]

​@allenz6828 that's what I run. It's a game changer. Just this morning I was able to spot 7 deer in our alfalfa field from about 40 yards while I could hardly see them under night vision due to no moon and cloud cover.

[@eriklambert3809]

I use nods, but have a mountable/handheld thermal.

[@arthurfranco9191]

You have great informal videos, but I especially love the ones that your cat is in!

[@TheMrpunisher77]

Appreciate the insight, and time you put into this video. Great products deserve recognition.

[@arthurfranco9191]

Oh, when you are done with adjusting your retention straps, tie the ends in a knot, I also put a rubber band around the landyard as added protection.

[@Mike_Doing_Mike_Things]

On today's episode of things most people can't afford, we have night vision.

[@brianonthewater]

This dude wears a 400 dollar denim vest 😂

[@mbp1652]

If I had an extra thousand dollars. Something would break...

[@YHVH1483]

Above my pay grade, but maybe in the future. Very cool 👍

[@AkbarZeb-p6f]

I got some NV goggles from my dad many years ago & they've been handy for checking on the animals at night & picking off varmints.

[@GravySealNetwork]

I love a dule band setup. Having a thermal unit on my left eye and my L3 Harris on my right eye. Just this morning i was able to see 7 deer in our alfalfa field about 40 yards away while it was too dark to make them out wirh the NV. No moon and heavy cloud cover at 4am.

[@Sman7290]

NODs go in the bag. Bag goes inside the helmet. Helmet goes into the carrier pocket. Using velcro for the lanyard for your NODs makes too much noise if you have to remove them in a non-permissive environment. Mount the IR flashlight to the M-Lok slot on the right side of the helmet. Instead of running both tubes as IR, try running a thermal on your non-dominant eye.

[@solominded]

This man night visions.

[@samuelray5965]

A sewing leather awl common on most multi tools is a much better tool for opening d rings. You can also run the ring through the eye, to the opposite end, place your item on the open end and run it back around releasing your awl and no fingers will be harmed in the process! Try it some time

[@Llama_Dhali_G]

Doll needles and chopsticks

[@joshhornick2009]

Cheapest night vision is an eye patch, one eye for the light one eye for the dark, like a pirate, that way if you go from a bright room to a dark when you switch the patch your cones are already adjusted to low light

[@jayonez137]

I’m running a Team Wendy helmet with a PVS-31’s. Coming off the PVS 14s this is a huge improvement for me. Every patriot needs NVG’s Now my PVS 14s are just collecting dust sitting in the bag underneath my rear seat of my super duty

[@welderdude1]

I have the LLI MH-1 housing with L3 Harris unfilmed WP. Makes it a lot easer when actively aiming with a LAM. Nice setup.

[@lukeballard7859]

Hi Cody- first time commenting on one of your videos. The stretchy, flexible "cuff" is a cover that is supposed to go over your watch to eliminate glint/glare. The puzzle-piece tab with the alcohol prep pads is a retention strap for a battery pack that most mount somewhere on their helmet.

[@eriklambert3809]

Many of us will have old “tactical” flashlights, pistol lights and even rifle lights. As I upgrade I start shifting the lights to other uses. I put mounts on the side of things(like end tables) so I can mount the old lights in case of power outages. One mount on the side of the cabinets next to toilets. Even one old rifle light with a pressure pad in the closet. I also use an old pistol one for my helmet or vest. Since you are not wanting that high of output. I made a red filter cap for it too.

[@duceanahalf]

for those metal o rings, you can use "split ring pliers" . they are used in fishing to open tiny split rings up. they look like needle nose pliers but one jaw has a wedge tip pointing towards the other jaw

[@DanPiazza09]

Instead of a counter weight I recommend getting a battery pack for you nods and velcro it on the back, from my job I can tell you any sort of weight on your head should work for you, especially during extended ops. For the wire routing just get a cheap helmet cover and run all wires underneath.

[@airenthusiast2000]

This gives me the Fizz

[@paulie-Gualtieri.]

Perfect to see our greatest allies drones coming

[@eriklambert3809]

People really need to start paying attention to drones and ways to use them and deal with them. I have 2 I can either send both or rotate each. Plenty of extra batteries for them and parts. You can also pre program them for your area and watch from the house beyond just having cameras. We started doing it for us to see the animals moving around at night then it clicked 😂😂. There are guys who work with the PDs and Sheriff’s Office and are on call. They use a small enclosed trailer with a nice setup and pole cameras at opposite corners of where they set up. They can run a number of them at once hunting people. One of them just got a new one with LiDAR

[@removechan10298]

the uplight is cool

[@removechan10298]

... and it's gone - I like how this is all being developed and improved, good thinking!

[@USMCEODVET]

Excellent work. Got the same setup on the ballistic.

[@angelgutter8249]

I believe the extra patch is for cable management. I mount my ir light to the rail and point it upward to splash off the ceiling and walls and help illuminate the room. T. rex makes a similar lanyard system along with a Mohawk for storage and adding weight. Nice kit buddy

[@BattleChemist]

Setting up the helmet for my PVS-14 was a whole process in and of itself. I still need to work out the counterbalance, as the batteries I put in the back pouch were much too light to do anything useful, LOL.

[@fn45tac1]

Look at getting a Mohawk from TNVC. It comes with weights and a pouch for batteries

[@eriklambert3809]

That can be a pain at first. I remember when we first started using them in the 90s(mil). Now I don’t only have a helmet, but I have a beanie setup. And the beanie is great

[@canceroushumor460]

Fishing lead is dirt cheap compared to purpose made night vision counterweights.

[@thomaswypyszinski3645]

This video is Momma Kitty approved!!! 😂 She's like "So, you need Night Vision do you?" lol

[@steven9728]

You should invest in heat shrink for the shock cord ends helps a lot with the fraying

[@skydivingcomrade1648]

We appreciate the info.... I wish the bills would hold off a year.

[@washingtoncommandcenter5541]

I'm into my Super-Powered Head Dress for AT LEAST $16k, but It's rifle Rated, Bridged Thermal/NVG, exactly how I want it and completely worth it IMO.

[@DrTragediaUSA]

Always great information. Thank you Sr.

[@jeepins93]

A standard office staple puller works great for opening rings

[@idonz21]

The little pockets at 18:00 ish minutes i think are for AA batteries.

[@mbarr691]

I think the patch with the elastic straps is for chem lights.

[@CainnechK]

Cody, i love the gear videos. Any chance u can get the local war band guys together for a members video to show us what they are rocking? I assume it runs the gamut from totally decked out like u to budget setups

[@SuRv1v3R97]

BCM gang 🤙

[@Jake23115]

I wish I could afford a good set of NVGs, and a helmet. I'm stuck up here in Canada and they're stupid money

[@Jake23115]

@@JacobBrown-sx7qp It's almost the same cost as a set of NVGs up here lol

[@eriklambert3809]

@@Jake23115just come visit the South and take it back with you 😂😂. We won’t tell.

[@Jake23115]

@@JacobBrown-sx7qp I saw between 2400 and 3400 Canadian

[@Jake23115]

@eriklambert3809 hahaha, that's a very good idea!

[@NEHappyCamper]

@@Jake23115 2400 canadian is like 900 USD. thats a steal

[@akmarksman]

A alternative to Microbat systems (since they seem to be a limited drop merch style) is Trex Arms. They've got a $35 NVG lanyard which looks to be really well made.

[@Bailey463]

If only I had a few grand to purchase this stuff

[@corbindallasmultipass]

A grand .. the helmet alone is 900...

[@gastiresoil9758]

A few… ahahahhaaa tens.

[@bencope4483]

The thing you weren’t sure on at around 18:10 is a battery retention strap

[@Hogmagundy]

If I have a cat of adequate weight can I just mount that to the helmet as a counter balance?

[@blessedcajun]

Straps are likely for a light stick on back of helmet. Either normal colored or IR.

[@damonfrost8161]

Looks like one of the things you have is a watch cover Cody

[@dh7615]

Thanks Cody

[@onelikeus883]

The WarCat 😺

[@joeschmoe4030]

Getting fizzy in here

[@NiftyVT2]

Thumbs up for assistance cat. =)

[@kjohn1626]

What is in your kit for the coming eruption of Mt. Fuji?

[@elihutson4553]

18:16 I think it’s a chemlight holder

[@bencope4483]

It’s not , it’s for the battery pack

[@OrbitalTrails-x5s]

I never got into cosplay but it looks fun!

[@brianonthewater]

It’s his whole world 😂

[@Gandalf_axtuL]

@@OrbitalTrails-x5s None night vision owner cope detected.

[@rahdevil0369]

need to dummy cord it to ur helmet 100% and the Velcro cord will still come off and you do not wanna lose those. Might have trouble with that bungie cord with the nods down

[@BFnKC]

Midwest man just uses his SPLIT RING pliers to install his SPLIT RINGS 😉

[@harpintn]

Southern man does as well.

[@millycarrington]

If you have to be carrying weight on your helmet rather than having BBs in the counter weight have you considered using pistol ammunition (or a mix of both). Could be handy as a 'last resort' supply?

[@aarc2500]

dont do the up light unless you have a cover for the light i have bumped my head on tree limbs and turned it on without knowing

[@Alexb_1775]

You seem more “chill” since you’ve been back.. hope you’re doing good man

[@jhgastrich]

I think your extra pieces are for cable routing. Or that's what I would use it for.

[@jerpro-fu7mo]

Why is everyone ops , with VELCRO .? SSHHHUUUKKKKKK. !!!! HERE I 'AM . lol God Bless . Be Safe .

[@chasedean4032]

For those of us that cant get a pvs14 quick if you get a cheaper digital set up try to not go below 1500$ and buy aniluminator that is above 950nm because most analog cant see ir above 950nm

[@justinredman4389]

Big ole goofy kitty always there to offer a helping paw. Mama cat....

[@codygreenwood1014]

Can you please do a update shop and tool box tour

[@SDHA1191]

If nods zap your savings don’t do it. Spend the money on a down payment for a cabin. If the shtf doesn’t happen now you have a vacation cabin to take the family. You can spend 15 to 20k on nods and helmet and likely never use it except to play in the back woods.

[@Gandalf_axtuL]

@@SDHA1191 You can get into night vision for under 2500, so id say it's worth it to get before a cabin.

[@garageman_]

Hey Cody, would you be willing to take a look at some budget night vision for us folks who cant afford the real thing? There is a digital monocular called the NVG30 that seems to be pretty damn good for the money, I would be really interested to hear your opinion on it since you own the real thing and have trained with them. Thanks!

[@David-e1b3t]

Cat's have night vision. His instinct to be weighed when U were doing night vision, was, in fact, correct.

[@699hazard]

Unfortunately we can't have night vision here in Australia

[@redink71]

hmmm time to move to a free country. Or work to change yours.

[@jacoels2712]

Is it illegal?

[@Stucknthe80z]

Why is that?

[@logjammin084]

@@Stucknthe80zforce multiplier

[@eriklambert3809]

You can start a org and just talk about the practical applications. Everything from helping to keep critters at bay on a farm to land management

[@TeflonDave]

Mama Cat's just trying to show you she needs more treats! Surely, she's earned her retirement by now. Toothless can take over rat catchin'.

[@DnsBuhamut]

Forgive my ignorance, what is your knife and sheath? I have been looking for something quick to access that does not interfere with my fast lead dispenser or need to be drawn out of a pocket and that seems to fit the bill.

[@Derokk_]

well this channel has taken a drastic turn since i last watched lol.

[@treecrabwill]

Good to see Mama kitty

[@mr.uncredible.3481]

I went next level with cat eye implants

[@drillerdave]

Maybe it’s for cable management?

[@VoluntaryPlanet]

@01:31 Personal experience? Curious that.

[@Grenadesandham]

They play paintball

[@kevinhaney293]

Cody is not doing these product and equipment videos to help anybody but himself. He frequently flaunts having 400 jeans, a new log house, a new wig ( how will that work out in the struggle ahead? ), high dollar tactical gear, starlink, etc. Cody, how does any of this help anyone ? You recently made a trip from the pacific northwest to Tennessee/North Carolina to cut up trees. Certainly, the people need help, but i submit they didn't need you cutting trees, but the substantial amount you spent traveling would have been used better by local volunteers. Seems to me it was just an opportunity to promote yourself.

[@therealHaml0rd]

How the US Forest Service *becomes* the forest for the coming struggle. Act Accordingly,

[@SheepDogNumber6]

19:11 You should be able to focus your NV to read maps.

[@ianerickson6630]

What of the giveaway winner proho?

[@stacymorris8693]

A question about the lanyards. If you snag something hard enough the NVG mount comes loose, will the Velcro not peel off too?

[@Pesky_Anon]

Depends, if it bumps into something like a big branch, door frame or something, then no, it will just pop off from the rigid mount and drop/move away from the obstacle, but the lanyard will keep ahold of it. If it gets stuck on something though, then the Velcro will peel off.

[@stacymorris8693]

@@Pesky_Anon that makes sense. It’s all an intellectual discussion for me. I can’t afford night vision. It’s fun to think about though.

[@the_edge_of_time]

The "D" Rings are called split rings in fishing gear. The even have split Ring pliers so you won't stick yourself or send your 'D' flying.

[@Dbando404]

maybe it's for wire management?

[@nathanmcbride149]

17:56 It might be a glow stick holder

[@thomaswypyszinski3645]

I just watched an interview with some mercenaries fighting in Ukraine. They said if they go up against a unit of Russians that don't have Night Vision, it's a slaughter. Total game changer. Night combat when one has and one doesn't have NV........ 💀 Like fighting blind.

[@harpintn]

The problem with Night Vision gear is that it puts out and EM signature as well as heat that can be detected. There is no magic bullet that can cover every situation.

[@redink71]

stupidly expensive, and thermal is the way actually. I mean there so much more that is needed before this.

[@bullit4x]

Mr Cody, Do you run plates chest and back? I have everything but NV. Don’t think I’ll be able to afford them by Nov 5th. But I’m in western NC and our group does (more than half)

[@aaronkeener95]

For glow stick

[@isaiahhernandez5231]

Thermal next?

[@idonz21]

What do you recommend for binoculars?

[@nickabel8279]

4:49 she revealed the truth. She's upset about the guy no longer providing for her kid not about him leaving. If he left and she kept getting his resources she wouldn't care. Hence these females stopping any kind of intimacy during a "secure" relationship

[@iraallenthecrazymountainpe2023]

That m81 elastic piece, is it for chem sticks?

[@arthurfranco9191]

I watched your first video when you just started with night vision, we learned and grew our knowledge together, night vision certainly is a rabbit hole as we find ourselves constantly upgrading all the equipment. You say you’re not an expert, but you are an expert as you move forward and try new things.

[@aaronkeener95]

They make a light that uses Hook and loop. It’s on dirty civilian video.