Best Thermal Binoculars for varmint hunting

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Predator Ambusher

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New to the Thermal Binoculars and trying to decide on which ones would work the best for varmints, looking at effective range and batt life.
Im hoping you guys have some experince with this and can give me some buying advice,
thank you
 
Originally Posted By: Predator AmbusherNew to the Thermal Binoculars and trying to decide on which ones would work the best for varmints, looking at effective range and batt life. The two main options are the Pulsar Accolade 2 LRF and the N-vision Atlas. They are actually thermal bi-oculars not binoculars. There is only one lens and two eyepieces. Both models seem to priced near $6K. For this price, I could nearly buy a Bering Optics Phenom which is their top of the line 640 scanner and the new Bering Optics Super Hogster weapon's sight. I could for sure buy two Hogsters, or a Phenom and a Hogster 35 for less.

The big question is do you really need a bi-ocular. Some people love thermal bi-oculars and others say they would rather have the size and portability of a thermal scanner (monocular). If budget and size aren't an issue, then go for the bi-ocular. If you go for light and less expensive, I would recommend a Hogster 25 or 35, a Phenom, or potentially a Pulsar Helion XP.
 
I just don't see the value of having the bi-ocular for coyote hunting. The action is too fast paced when they start coming. Plus you're dealing with more weight. Now it could be a real bonus for someone hog hunting or hunting from a stand or blind I guess, but I can't see where it would be a benefit for making stands predator hunting.
 
Originally Posted By: Predator AmbusherThank you guys, what is the detection range of heat signatures on the ones you have operated?
It depends on what type of heat signatures. For instance, the Bering Optics Phenom, Bering says it can detect cars at over 2 miles and that is a for sure. For coyotes, it really depends on humidity and terrain but I have spotted coyotes at over 1 mile with many of my thermals. I haven't used the two bioculars as per the OP, so can't speak to those.
 
Two of my best friends are running the Pulsar ACCOLADE XP50's and love them. One just ordered a second ACCOLADE LRF for himself and gave the non-LRF to his business partner. We have one of the ACCOLADE 2 XP50's in stock. Call for PM pricing.
 
Thanks for the information Tom. I understand that maybe you are one of the few in the USA who can compare Pulsar Accolade XP50 LRF with Pulsar Accolade 2 XP50 LRF. I was lucky enough to be able to make this comparison on June 3 at the Pulsar seller in Udine in Italy. In broad daylight I observed a radio antenna over the hills at a great distance. With Accolade 1 it was barely visible and blurred; with Accolade 2 it looked good. The difference was significant. Then I looked at the words written on a sunlit billboard at a distance of 200 yards. Accolade 2 was amazing: I could use the 2x and 4x digital zoom and lost very little definition. It was at that moment that I decided to sell Accolade 1 and book Accolade 2 .....
 


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