Originally Posted By: daddyfleaI would like to get NV but I would like to keep my existing Day Scope. What should I buy?
There are various options and with various prices.
1. A clip-on NV scope that attaches in front of your day scope.
2. A PVS14 or similar that attaches to the ocular (eye piece).
3. A day scope set in quick detach rings, and a NV scope in the same type rings, and switch them out as needed. I have the Photon XT 6.5x NV scope and a Leupold day scope, both in quick detach rings. Tests show that zero is maintained plenty good enough when switching from one to the other.
4. Use a thermal scope or something like the ATN X-Sight for a "do it all" outfit" in one unit. The X-Sight has mixed reviews.