Arisaka upgraded Designate IR-V - Best pvs14 IR Illuminator

Today we review the Arisaka upgraded Designate IR-V and see how it compares against other illuminators on the market. We also take an up-close look at the Designate IR-V housing and illumination patterns when paired with helmet-mounted night vision. Is this the best device to own the night? Well, let's dive in and find out!

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00:00 Arisaka upgraded Designated IR-V
00:32 Primer - What is an IR illuminator
01:42 Is too much illumination a thing?
03:06 Up-close: Designate IR-V housing
03:50 Up-close: Designate IR-V vis/IR lasers
04:30 Up-close: Designate IR-V illuminator
05:00 Up-close: Designate IR-V Battery and remote jack
05:20 Up-close: Designate IR-V Arisaka button
05:57 Up-close: Designate IR-V Control knob (frown)
06:49 Up-close: Designate IR-V upgraded Picatinny mount
07:28 Night testing: Designate IR-V Vis laser
08:09 Night testing: Designate IR-V IR laser
08:45 Night testing: Designate IR-V VCSEL illuminator
10:53 Night testing: Designate IR-V IR laser + illuminator
11:25 Designate IR-V Pros and Cons
14:35 Final thoughts on Designate IR-V

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