Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Today we look at what seems like a great budget thermal option withe DNT Hydra 3 in 1. With the abliity to use it as a handheld, clipon, or dedicated scope there is just a massive performance to cost ration that makes it a perfect entry level option. We take test out all the different mounting options and take it out to the range to see how it does!
DNT Hydra HS635
link.thinlinedefenseco.com/DNTHydras
00:00 DNT Hydra
02:56 Sponsor - Fatboy Tripods - Discount Code TLDco
03:45 Biases
05:20 What comes with it? - Not batteries
07:39 Hydra Overview
10:29 Controls (*gasp* They're good!)
11:45 Image
14:00 Display Options
16:15 Testing - Dedicated Optic
18:20 Testing - Handheld Optic
19:10 Testing - Clip-on Optic
21:40 Range - Zero'ing
22:55 Range - 300 yrd
24:55 Range - 600 yrd
25:15 Pros and Cons
29:10 Final thoughts and ranking
DISCLAIMER: Filming adhered to safety protocols at a licensed public range, supervised by certified professionals, featuring only legal items. Compliance with all Federal, State, and Local laws was maintained throughout. This video does not reflect the opinions of any federal entity in any way and all opinions are solely those of the TLD team. Magazines in videos have all been modified to the much less scary 29-round magazines.
Remember, We're idiots.
This post may include paid advertisements or affiliate links. If you use one of the gear links, Thin Line Defense Co earns a small commission without any additional cost to you. This supports the growth of our channel and enables us to review more quality gear for you. Thank you for your incredible support!)
Today we look at what seems like a great budget thermal option withe DNT Hydra 3 in 1. With the abliity to use it as a handheld, clipon, or dedicated scope there is just a massive performance to cost ration that makes it a perfect entry level option. We take test out all the different mounting options and take it out to the range to see how it does!
DNT Hydra HS635
link.thinlinedefenseco.com/DNTHydras
00:00 DNT Hydra
02:56 Sponsor - Fatboy Tripods - Discount Code TLDco
03:45 Biases
05:20 What comes with it? - Not batteries
07:39 Hydra Overview
10:29 Controls (*gasp* They're good!)
11:45 Image
14:00 Display Options
16:15 Testing - Dedicated Optic
18:20 Testing - Handheld Optic
19:10 Testing - Clip-on Optic
21:40 Range - Zero'ing
22:55 Range - 300 yrd
24:55 Range - 600 yrd
25:15 Pros and Cons
29:10 Final thoughts and ranking
DISCLAIMER: Filming adhered to safety protocols at a licensed public range, supervised by certified professionals, featuring only legal items. Compliance with all Federal, State, and Local laws was maintained throughout. This video does not reflect the opinions of any federal entity in any way and all opinions are solely those of the TLD team. Magazines in videos have all been modified to the much less scary 29-round magazines.
Remember, We're idiots.
This post may include paid advertisements or affiliate links. If you use one of the gear links, Thin Line Defense Co earns a small commission without any additional cost to you. This supports the growth of our channel and enables us to review more quality gear for you. Thank you for your incredible support!)
