Thermal

DNT Optics Hydra

$899mid

DNT's convertible thermal: one 6061 aluminum body that runs as a standalone riflescope, a clip-on ahead of a day optic, or a handheld monocular. Offered with 256x192, 384x288 or 640x512 12-micron cores and 25mm or 35mm lenses. Squared machined housing with interchangeable eyepiece and QD mount; IP67, recoil-rated to .50 BMG.

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