Recent content by foot45

Thanks for the advice everyone, So Gen. 1 NV is essentially just a gimmick? Would it provide any reliable illumination, or is it basically just a toy? I doubt I'd be using the monocular during an emergency, it would basically be for observing wildlife at nighttime at a distance of...

Wow thanks for the advice everybody! I tried what you recommended Carl and cut an old, broken wooden broom into 26 inches then 16 inches. After swinging the stick around the house (and bashing up an old cardboard box) I realized the 16 inches asp would probably suit my needs. Besides...

Thanks for the responses! Hey Azul, would you say the 16" is too short for proper defense? My concern is that a foot long baton may not generate enough power in a swing. Also, do you think it would be possible to conceal the 21" in a large pants or coat pocket? Or is it simply too...

Heh, that's actually not such a bad idea. I might be able to get away with something that doesn't resemble a traditional "weapon" in this house. Thanks for the suggestion!

Hi Gunman, I suppose I will have to defer to an expert on its use with a holographic sight, but I did read that the Yukon Advanced Optics can fit on a 1/4" rifle mount. So maybe you can use that particular NV with your EO Tech.

Hello, I've been looking for a night vision monocular that can operate without any ambient light present and is in the price range of $200.00. Has anyone had any experience with NV monoculars and can recommend a quality brand? From what I've seen online the ATN AMT Night Star 1st Gen...

Thanks for the input fellas, I believe you are both probably right in the assumption that a solid baton-like instrument such as a bat would probably be more practical. Unfortunately I live with roommates who are a particular breed of crazy (i.e they have a profound dislike of weapons and...

Hello everybody, I am a long time lurker of your informative site, and I thought I might pose a question to you fine gents: What would be the best baton for home defense? I must do without firearms for the time being, and have been considering additional avenues of self-defense...