Just wanted to thank you for showing the "basics." Recently purchased my first PVS-14/D2 and most videos assume that you know how everything functions.
“Best value for your dollar”….Well said. I agree. I have the Mawl, I am setting up a second option I originally looked at the Dbal a3, but I chose this Dbal D2. Thanks for your time with this review.
I've had two of them over the past few years & 2 a3's. Loved them but ended up selling all of them as they were all over the wts sections for around $1000 like new in box. Wish I still had them now. Buy high, sell low - story of my life :D
Great review! I really appreciate the segment on you cycling through the settings ! I haven't seen a review go through in detail and deliberately show its preformance through Nods one function at a time. Thank you! @Joshua C
Thank you, it means a lot to me. I also seen a lot of D2 reviews that were missing the little details, and wanted to incorporate all the device has to offer in one video.
@@MICHIG00N i think you nailed it on the head ! I also really appreciate you going the extra step in mentioning the diffusing lens , I only came to know of them when I saw them on kosher supplies website. Glad ill get a chance to see it in action on your RUclips channel. I also appreciate that because your a normal person using products I feel confident im getting a real quality review. Not a bought opinion! Thank you , its not easy finding reviews on firearm equipment that is not from a big "personality " especially on niche expensive items such as these . I think your off to a great start! (Also I did the B&H photoshop email me a price for one , and a black D2 w/green laser they quoted me 1,259.99 ) hope that helps someone out there
Thanks man. Everything on this channel will be honest reviews of personally paid for equipment. I may be able to get some products in on a T&E / Review & Return basis, but I will still maintain a completely unbiased view on everything I post. And that's a great deal on a D2! I'll add that to the description, thank you.
True, but similar to using a white light, when passively aiming through an optic under night vision, a quick flash of IR light can help identify what's in a dark corner. Still ends up being lower signature than using IR Laser.
Good review. I got an i2 9007 for my first device since the price was right and I had already dropped so much on NODS, mount, helmet, etc. Once I get more time in I'm going to pick up the D2. It's a big fat bitch but the power looks about as good as you can get with civilian lasers, even on par with a MAWL from what I've heard, at 1/2 - 1/3 the price.
I think the MAWL is a great option if the money is available for one. Though I personally don't think it's worth the price tag. I've got a MAWL C1+, DBAL D2, DBAL I2 9007 & a FP PEQ-15 (all will be reviewed in time). And when it comes to performance to price it's hard to beat the D2 in the civilian IR box market. Especially once you add a VWS Diffuser Cap to it. Though they all have their own pros and cons.
For sure give the VWS Diffuser a try. I've got a quick review on the diffuser too. As a diffused IR Illuminator it walks around FP PEQs with diffuser on all day. Similar to MAWL with CQB cap up except a little more M600V like.
I just watched it lol great video You definitely peaked my curiosity when it comes to using night vision I also have the BE Myers kiji have you tried it yet? It perfect on your helmet
I think on a 300BLK the 9007 would serve you well, especially paired with a 300V/600V weapon light. However if maximum illumination or punching through photonic barriers would be important (defensive weapon used in variable lighting conditions) I still the the D2 is the go to for the price. However Space would be at a premium on a firearm if that size.
It really depends on moon light / weather conditions, preferred laser zero, rifle caliber, etc. But I'd say average US shooter with a 5.56 AR and a DBAL D2 could hit 150 yard shots consistently. But with some night training and a little experience that distance increases significantly.
The D2 was specifically made for the civilian market to fill a hole in the market; poor illuminator power by using LED emitter. The usable range on the D2's illuminator is 500 yards in my opinion, but honestly PID is possible to 700-800 yards with it pretty easy. It's a great civ device, but it's pretty heavy. At one point was the king of civ devices, but there are smaller, lighter civ units that use VECEL and LED that work overall better nowadays.
The MAWL from BE Meyers is an outstanding device. I'll be doing a review & overview of mine once I've gotten a few more months of time under it. But so far it has not disappointed (with some caveats)
Just wanted to thank you for showing the "basics." Recently purchased my first PVS-14/D2 and most videos assume that you know how everything functions.
Picked one up recently. This thing is awesome! Got a great deal for a brand new one too.
“Best value for your dollar”….Well said. I agree. I have the Mawl, I am setting up a second option I originally looked at the Dbal a3, but I chose this Dbal D2. Thanks for your time with this review.
I've had two of them over the past few years & 2 a3's. Loved them but ended up selling all of them as they were all over the wts sections for around $1000 like new in box. Wish I still had them now. Buy high, sell low - story of my life :D
Did you prefer the a3 or d2?
Great review! I really appreciate the segment on you cycling through the settings ! I haven't seen a review go through in detail and deliberately show its preformance through Nods one function at a time. Thank you! @Joshua C
Thank you, it means a lot to me. I also seen a lot of D2 reviews that were missing the little details, and wanted to incorporate all the device has to offer in one video.
@@MICHIG00N i think you nailed it on the head ! I also really appreciate you going the extra step in mentioning the diffusing lens , I only came to know of them when I saw them on kosher supplies website. Glad ill get a chance to see it in action on your RUclips channel.
I also appreciate that because your a normal person using products I feel confident im getting a real quality review. Not a bought opinion! Thank you , its not easy finding reviews on firearm equipment that is not from a big "personality " especially on niche expensive items such as these . I think your off to a great start!
(Also I did the B&H photoshop email me a price for one , and a black D2 w/green laser they quoted me 1,259.99 ) hope that helps someone out there
Thanks man. Everything on this channel will be honest reviews of personally paid for equipment. I may be able to get some products in on a T&E / Review & Return basis, but I will still maintain a completely unbiased view on everything I post.
And that's a great deal on a D2! I'll add that to the description, thank you.
Thx new to the DBAL and picked up the diffuser cap as well.
You're going to enjoy it!
FYI- The moment you turn on an IR Illuminator, it's NO LONGER Passive Aiming!
True, but similar to using a white light, when passively aiming through an optic under night vision, a quick flash of IR light can help identify what's in a dark corner. Still ends up being lower signature than using IR Laser.
@@MICHIG00N I agree.
Good review. I got an i2 9007 for my first device since the price was right and I had already dropped so much on NODS, mount, helmet, etc. Once I get more time in I'm going to pick up the D2. It's a big fat bitch but the power looks about as good as you can get with civilian lasers, even on par with a MAWL from what I've heard, at 1/2 - 1/3 the price.
I have had this since 2010 works well
They're great IR devices with very usable illuminators. Keep a lookout for my next video going over a diffuser accessory for the DBAL D2.
Don't forget to paint your kit Kings, see 0:11 for details.
Not only will it look less like a rifle, it won't reflect IR light.
Using the appropriate rattle can paint matters as well. Some paint will be more IR reflective.
@@MICHIG00N an excellent idea for another video!
I got you! Added to the list. Thank you.
Do anodized parts bloom and glow under nods?
@@kalanipitmon7817 yes
Thanks bud. 👍🏻🤙🏼🇺🇸
Good shit man, thank you
nice video, I think i finally settled on the d2.
Another Michig00n here lol. I'm debating on whether to get a grey market FP Peq15 or instead a DBAL D2.. what would you recommend?
A great review!
Poor people need IR laser/illuminations too, this should do the trick for them. 😏
Great info
Good thing to start with but once you upgrade to the mawl you will never use anything else. But this is a good starter package
I think the MAWL is a great option if the money is available for one. Though I personally don't think it's worth the price tag. I've got a MAWL C1+, DBAL D2, DBAL I2 9007 & a FP PEQ-15 (all will be reviewed in time). And when it comes to performance to price it's hard to beat the D2 in the civilian IR box market. Especially once you add a VWS Diffuser Cap to it. Though they all have their own pros and cons.
I agree I haven't used my d2 in a while maybe I'll dig it out and get the Defuser
For sure give the VWS Diffuser a try. I've got a quick review on the diffuser too. As a diffused IR Illuminator it walks around FP PEQs with diffuser on all day. Similar to MAWL with CQB cap up except a little more M600V like.
I just watched it lol great video You definitely peaked my curiosity when it comes to using night vision I also have the BE Myers kiji have you tried it yet? It perfect on your helmet
I just subscribed to your channel fellow nightwalker...
I need one
Some dude on Steiner website saying he can't get his ir laser to center in the illuminator. Yours seems to be centered
Yeah I was able to zero my laser just fine, and it was generally center.
@@MICHIG00N wonder what he was saying. Maybe he ran his gun over with a truck
@@fdehands7494 probably has his handguard out of spec
Would you say that the D2 is worth it over the 9007 if it is going on a 6 inch .300blk?
I think on a 300BLK the 9007 would serve you well, especially paired with a 300V/600V weapon light. However if maximum illumination or punching through photonic barriers would be important (defensive weapon used in variable lighting conditions) I still the the D2 is the go to for the price. However Space would be at a premium on a firearm if that size.
Realistically how long of a shot could an average shooter make at night with the laser.
It really depends on moon light / weather conditions, preferred laser zero, rifle caliber, etc. But I'd say average US shooter with a 5.56 AR and a DBAL D2 could hit 150 yard shots consistently. But with some night training and a little experience that distance increases significantly.
I mightve missed it but gow far is the d2 usable and is there a "fullpower" version? Im new 😂
The D2 was specifically made for the civilian market to fill a hole in the market; poor illuminator power by using LED emitter. The usable range on the D2's illuminator is 500 yards in my opinion, but honestly PID is possible to 700-800 yards with it pretty easy. It's a great civ device, but it's pretty heavy. At one point was the king of civ devices, but there are smaller, lighter civ units that use VECEL and LED that work overall better nowadays.
Is it really passive aiming when you're shining a 600mW LED downrange?😂
I paid 1200 i think
Great price!
@@MICHIG00N it was long timecago but have heard no longer being supported at steiner for repair. I have no issues but i guess some have
@@MICHIG00N i thought about buying a mawl lazer
The MAWL from BE Meyers is an outstanding device. I'll be doing a review & overview of mine once I've gotten a few more months of time under it. But so far it has not disappointed (with some caveats)