Vintage Israeli military NV-5151 night vision goggles, developed from American night vision technology and used by the Israel Defense Forces in the 1970s–80s. These goggles require an external infrared light source and were designed for nighttime vehicle operation using IR headlights.
Includes a new battery, but functionality has not been verified. Sold as-is; the price reflects the condition and untested status.
These goggles also gained pop-culture fame from The Silence of the Lambs, where Buffalo Bill wore a similar pair. The actual movie prop sold for $14,000 in 2024.
