The AN/PVS-7 represents the state of the art in night vision goggles. Initially, it will augment the AN/PVS-5 NVG, and over time, it will replace the AN/PVS-5. The Marine Corps is interested in procuring a clip-on Night Vision Magnification Device (NVMD) to satisfy the need to see targets at the maximum effective range of its weapons.
The AN/PVS-7B is a single-tube night vision goggle, Generation III image intensifier which uses prisms and lenses to provide the user with simulated binocular vision. The Marine Corps is acquiring the AN/PVS-7B, a model which incorporates a high light level protection circuit in a passive, self-contained image intensifier device which amplifies existing ambient light to provide the operator a means of conducting night operations. A shipping case, soft carrying case, eyepiece and objective lens cap, and filter are ancillary items. A demist shield is also provided to prevent fogging of eyepiece.
The AN/PVS-7D is a lightweight, high performance passive third generation image intensifier system. The goggle assembly is a head mounted self-contained night vision system containing one binocular unit consisting of an objective lens assembly, an image intensifier tube, a housing assembly, and a binocular eyepiece assembly. The housing is mounted to a face mask assembly which is held by head straps to the user's head. The assembly incorporates an infrared (IR) light source which provides illumination, to permit close-in-viewing. Fielding is five per infantry squad/battalion and 75 per Infantry company. The AN/PVS-7D is a single tube Image Intensifier systems which replace the earlier AN/PVS-5 binocular second generation image intensifier goggle. All AN/PVS-7D systems are presently being delivered with third generation tubes (MX-10130A).
Awesome gear!!

never liked them in the Army...dont take a beatin to well and pic can get really fuzzy

THere are some bugs to work out, but this works well in every enviornment, and it does what it is supposed to do. A little combersome and it's a pain to clip onto the rack on my hard hat, but I that is small stuff that can be overcome.

Worked with these in the military. They were great for our law enforcement folks and dignitary protection detail. Wouldn't have been without them They've come a long way in a short time.

Basically, I want to have one. The description of the product seems to be the best and very useful specially in low visibiilty/night police operations.

gr8 product but can be damaged easy

Awesome Gear!

I must say that this bad boy never let me down while I was state side or in the Sand box!! it is easy to use and easy to keep clean.

Only bad thing is the price for gen 3

Great quality

The PVS-7 are great. Aside from being useful in every day (night) situations such as securing the perimeter during a weapons cache find or engaging the SGC in a fire fight they are also a lot of fun.

Used this product since 03-2008.Love it.

Tried one on before, amazing capabilities.

Great night vision very clear and light wieght.

These are ancient....we use PVS14s now, which is a monocular night optic. However, it would be nice if most agencies would TRY to acquire some pvs7s from the DoD.

I,VE USED THESE AND THEY ARE GREAT

Excellent.....you can have these upgraded totally.

I recommend AN/PVS14 or AN/PVS17D- these things are old timers.

Used these in the Marine Corps and now in the Border Patrol. They can get beat up but I have never seen anybody take it easy on them. Battery life has always been pretty good. Seems like a pretty damned good product.

Great equipment, prefer the newer PVS-14s

i prefer the monocular version though. The pvs-14s can be mounted on rifles too!

Great for night fire as long as you have a PEQ-2 or PEQ-4 attached and zeroed to your rifle. Just aim that IR beam at your target and good-bye. I guess people take stuff like this for granted like i-Phones (which are the downfall off society). You have to be put in a tough pickle to appreciate this mastered piece of gear despite the nit-picking.

love these, but alittle heavy

Pretty straight forward to use and easy to get used to, it feels a bit bulky at first but if you're driving or doing any sort of movement this feels a lot more comfortable and easy to use then a single eye NVG. Bring batteries and you should be fine with any situation.

Better than nothing but horrible depth perception.