Trijicon redesigns?

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1trkyhntr

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Anyone seen the new Trijicon scopes? From what I have seen they have redesigned the Reap and the Hunter series, I don't know about the Patrols but I can only assume that might be coming too.
They moved the battery compartment from the side to a top drop-in compartment. That means that we will not be able to use the aftermarket rechargeable battery adapter tube.
From what I have read there were some units that developed cracks in the old style in-line battery compartment, presumably from recoil.
I have never seen that issue personally but I don't know anyone who is using larger caliber rifles so maybe the issue is limited to scopes that were used on higher recoil rifles?
Anyway, the change might be good for Trijicon but for us end users we might be limited to either an aftermarket battery pack with cables or using CR123's with an advertised battery life of 2 hours per battery, so 4 hours total. Unless we can use RCR123's (16340) that will get expensive real fast. And my experience with RCR123's is that they don't last as long as a CR123.
I understand why they made the change and the new design does look more streamlined and more durable. But as much as I hunt I want to be able to use self contained rechargeable batteries. I can't stand cables.
They also changed the base mag on the Hunter 35mm from 2.5 to 1.75 and the 60mm changed from 4.5 to 3.0. And on the MK111 models they went from a double lever mount to a single lever mount.

N Vision went the opposite direction and now instead of a drop-in battery compartment they have a side mounted compartment that takes 2 rechargeable 18650's stacked rather than end to end. This design does add some bulk though.
 
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I don’t think they’ll have onboard recording since it mentions still using a cable for connecting a DVR. The 60mm models will now have a Manual focus knob, but it’s kind of a bummer to see the base mag dropped to 3x. As for the single throw lever mount, I haven’t heard anyone that’s had issues with ones on the old style Reap but the double throw made me feel better on the older style IR Hunter mounts. Since the Reap type 2 came out the only options for batteries have been to either use CR123s or a battery pack with a wire, so I would imagine they’ll continue to be that way with both models now.
 
Originally Posted By: Kino MWonder if they are using the same core, PIP and onboard recording??
According to the specs they are using the same BAE 12 micron core. Trijicon has never offered PIP or on board recording. That does not bother me but some guys want those options.
 
Shucks I always loved the 4.5 base mag. I despise wires too but no way I could afford that many CR123s either!
 
...Still can't figure out why any of these engineers continue to design thermals around/with the inferior CR123. They must not hunt is my only guess...ya-aux battery pack option is doable like with most thermals..I know some thermals can function on the variable voltage range .but geez...design them compatible with rechargeables.

Glad I have a 2020 MK3.

The base mag change doesn't bother me( I prefer 1.5x - 2.5x due to most areas I hunt might only have a 200-500 yard rolling FOV and most kills are from 50-200 yards)....I don't need pip(It is nice for doubles, triples for keeping wide FOV)...and I scan and record with my XP50...75%+ of my kills aren't even recorded because I really don't think about it LOL
 
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I dont like the fact they changed it from a 4.5x to 3x base mag either. Seems like they are trying to compete with nvision.I like the fact that trijicon used a forged aluminum housing to build these scopes, as polymere housings are a terrible idea. And they basically used a ZroDelta mount. A few new reticles are nice. Ill be keeping my mkiii and reap until they come out with a better core. 640x480 @ 12um is still the best.

The price of CR123's are not really a valid complaint when your spending upwards of 6k-8k on a toy. If you spend $100 on CR123s a year than you are hunting quite a bit. Its like buying a 75k diesel truck and complaining about DEF and the price of diesel. Or, a 12k snow machine or a 30k SxS and complaining about having to buy add-ons, and fuel.

The reason engineers use CR123s is for weight savings and how compact they are.
 
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The price of CR123's are not really a valid complaint when your spending upwards of 6k-8k on a toy. If you spend $100 on CR123s a year than you are hunting quite a bit. Its like buying a 75k diesel truck and complaining about DEF and the price of diesel. Or, a 12k snow machine or a 30k SxS and complaining about having to buy add-ons, and fuel.

To me the cost of CR123's is a valid complaint. The Hunter scope will deplete 2 batteries every 4 hours, much faster than that in freezing temperatures.
If you hunt 3-4 hours a night, 4 nights a week for 5 months that is over 300 batteries. If you buy in bulk at $1.50 each that is over $400.00. If you run out and have to go to a retail store you will pay $4-$5 each, that adds up real fast.
 
Battery Junction.com has energizer lithium for $1.25 to $1.30 each depending on how many you buy.

I suppose we agree to disagree. To me its the cost of entertainment. Small considering other things in life that I have to buy.

there is always the cr123 to usb adapter that thermal optice plus has. Im sure that is an option if you would want to use a anker rechargeable.
 
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