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3/5/2015 8:22:20 PM EDT
I apologize if this is a noob question, but I am complete noob when it comes to night vision.  Is there a "short answer" to the key difference between these models?

PVS14 Gen 3 Pinnacle Night Enforcer
TNV/PVS14 ITT Gen 3 Pinnacle
TNV/PVS14 L3 Gen3 Omni VIII

I'm interested in the key functional differences that would help me decide which one is for me.  The Night Enforcer's hand select tube option caught my eye.  I very much believe in buy once/cry once and want to get the "best" model, given there isn't that much of a spread in cost.  Just want to make sure I'm not missing something.  Intended use is completely for fun/recreational shooting, but the idea of "more than I need" is not relevant as this is one of those boyhood dream purchases for me.  (just sayin' )

Thanks!
3/6/2015 9:55:02 AM EDT
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Tag for info as well. I think I've decided which one is right for me based on my own research, but I wouldn't mind hearing the "short answer" from the experts. Thanks.
3/6/2015 11:10:37 AM EDT
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I apologize if this is a noob question, but I am complete noob when it comes to night vision.  Is there a "short answer" to the key difference between these models?
PVS14 Gen 3 Pinnacle Night Enforcer




TNV/PVS14 ITT Gen 3 Pinnacle




TNV/PVS14 L3 Gen3 Omni VIII
I'm interested in the key functional differences that would help me decide which one is for me.  The Night Enforcer's hand select tube option caught my eye.  I very much believe in buy once/cry once and want to get the "best" model, given there isn't that much of a spread in cost.  Just want to make sure I'm not missing something.  Intended use is completely for fun/recreational shooting, but the idea of "more than I need" is not relevant as this is one of those boyhood dream purchases for me.  (just sayin' )
Thanks!
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This is something that would be easier explained via telephone, because I could easily write a 5 page narrative on the differences, however, I don't have that kind of time and I'm pretty sure my hands would hate me after that typing session. So, in summary below;
PVS14 Gen 3 Pinnacle Night Enforcer - Factory built ITT system. Option to pay a little more and get a handselect tube.  If wanted to be weapon mounted, can only mount on rifles up to an including 5.56.
TNV/PVS14 ITT Gen 3 Pinnacle - TNVC built system. ITT tube. If wanted to be weapon mounted, can only mount on rifles up to an including 5.56. Handselect tubes without a handselect price.
TNV/PVS14 L3 Gen3 Omni VIII - TNVC built system. L3 tube. If wanted to be weapon mounted, can only mount on rifles up to an including 300 blackout.

 Handselect tubes without a handselect price.
If you have any more questions, or need a more in depth response, feel free to give us a call. 909-796-7000 .
 
3/6/2015 11:07:17 PM EDT
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Thank you!  My impression was that, technically, these units were on-par with each other.  I'm feeling like that is the case, given your synopsis.  I guess I hadn't considered that your in-house models are "hand select without the price" but I get that now.  You may have changed my mind...
3/7/2015 7:37:55 PM EDT
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are the TNV/PVS14ITT Gen 3 PINNACLEs in stock?
3/9/2015 5:31:24 AM EDT
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I had a ITT from Vic a few years ago.  Just got a L3 and TNV model and I have to say I prefer the L3 from tnvc.   I am very happy.
3/9/2015 9:44:05 AM EDT
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are the TNV/PVS14ITT Gen 3 PINNACLEs in stock?
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No, our current lead time is 3-4 weeks.



 
3/9/2015 9:45:48 AM EDT
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Thank you!  My impression was that, technically, these units were on-par with each other.  I'm feeling like that is the case, given your synopsis.  I guess I hadn't considered that your in-house models are "hand select without the price" but I get that now.  You may have changed my mind...
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In terms of quality and clarity of tube image, the TNV/PVS-14 L3 and TNV/PVS-14 ITT models are pretty much apples to apples. So much that I could give you one of each, and looking through them both you won't be able to tell the difference, unless I tell you what to look for.



 
6/11/2015 8:58:52 PM EDT
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http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=6&f=18&t=322481
There is a really good answer at the top of this forum.

You mention calibers limited to 5.56mm and 300blackout. Which NODs are capable of rifle calibers (7.62mm and up)?
6/12/2015 1:26:30 AM EDT
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I got one of the TNVC-14s with and L3 tube that is freaking awesome!!!!!!! Don't waste your money on the ITT.
6/12/2015 11:24:03 AM EDT
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http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=6&f=18&t=322481

There is a really good answer at the top of this forum.



You mention calibers limited to 5.56mm and 300blackout. Which NODs are capable of rifle calibers (7.62mm and up)?
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If you are referring to .308 (7.62x54), then no model of PVS-14 is rated for that recoil.



If you are referring to 7.62x39NATO (AK-47, etc) then you will need the L3.