Nocpix H35 Multifunction Thermal Optic $3,300

Thermal technology is advancing at lightspeed, and prices continue to tumble, making what you can get for your money truly amazing. Think about this for a minute: thermal technology was only available to first-world military forces several years ago and priced into the stratosphere, but it is now available to US consumers at a fraction of the cost.

The new SLIM series from Nocpix provides one of the best values we’ve seen for the features this compact optic offers. Focused on versatility and ease of use, SLIM models can be used as either a handheld monocular or a rifle-mounted sight. With the included quick-detach mounting system, a hunter or tactical shooter can quickly scan and then re-attach the optic to the rifle while maintaining zero. A magnesium alloy body and quiet, soft-touch buttons provide excellent ergonomics in both handheld and mounted configurations. The included IRB-2 batteries (flay-top 18650 style cell) are easy to swap, letting you stay out longer with the ability to charge through the optic using a magnetic cable. Generous eye relief and a 1024×768 AMOLED display provide a comfortable and highly detailed viewing experience. Detection range is an amazing 1,750 yards, and the optic offers a multitude of color pallets to choose from and an even greater number of reticle colors. The Nocpix offers video recording with 32MB of onboard storage. For more information, contact Iray USA; Tel.: (800) 769-7125; Web: www.irayusa.com