Help with ear protection

[dennisn]

Hope this is the right thread. Partner and I are looking for electronic ear protection for the range only. The more we read the more confused we get. Quiet a .357 but talk to each other.

Thanks

 

[blackflag]

I don't know about electronic, but I use ear muffs in combination with plugs.

 

[TACC1]

Personally, at the range, I use Walker Game Ear muffs. When things
get really get loud, it's plugs AND muffs.
The Walkers will transmit the echo louder than the actual shot.
Does a pretty good job of reducing the dB level to acceptable range.
JMHO, TACC1.

 

[blackflag]

This is kind of off topic, but it pisses me off that suppressors are illegal. For me, it's just a desire to protect my hearing...why should something that promotes health be illegal? Makes no sense.

 

[rck281]

I like the Peltor 6S. Many of the electronic ear protectors are fairly heavy while the Peltor are very comfortable. If you do pick one that is heavy, look at the head band to be sure it will be comfortable. It's also reasonably priced.

 

[Skeptic 9c]

I use the Howard Lights:
Howard Leight Impact Sport Electric Earmuff - Natchez Shooters Supplies

They are relatively inexpensive over the counter at local shops.

Geoff
Who got his a "Gallery of Guns" Jacksonville, FL.

 

[tomcatt51]

I use the Howard Lights:
Howard Leight Impact Sport Electric Earmuff - Natchez Shooters Supplies

They are relatively inexpensive over the counter at local shops.

With a NRR of only 22 I hope you're wearing ear plugs with them.

 

[BenR]

I use these at the range. They're essentially Peltor made for 3M. They're NRR 30, which I find to be effective. I also carry a bunch of these to the range to wear under the earmuffs for times when noise gets out of hand.

 

[KAC]

I use the Peltor 6S when shooting, they work real well. When working the range I use the Peltor 7S, more bulky but have the audio cable input that allows connection to a portable radio.

KAC

 

[tomcatt51]

I use these at the range. They're essentially Peltor made for 3M. They're NRR 30, which I find to be effective. I also carry a bunch of these to the range to wear under the earmuffs for times when noise gets out of hand.

I agree. I wear a set of Peltor Muff's with Midways name on them that are NRR 33 plus spongy earplugs (NRR 30-32) when shooting indoors. In our shooting stations the dividers are steel plate insde and it gets noisy. Outdoors, plugs (NRR 30-32) are usually enough except when RO'ing for the open guys with ported barrels.

Electronic muffs with a NRR 30+ are nice but more expensive than I can justify.

 

[gr8smiles]

This is kind of off topic, but it pisses me off that suppressors are illegal. For me, it's just a desire to protect my hearing...why should something that promotes health be illegal? Makes no sense.

Suppressors are not illegal. I own and use 8
They are regulated by the National Firearms Act and each state has it's own laws. Check your state laws.

 

[OKFC05]

Pro Ears are top of the line.
Peltor are good and very popular.
Cheap electronic ones don't react fast enough, and many have low NRR ratings. Remember. each 3 dB cuts the energy in half.

 

[BobR1]

Several of us are using the Impact Sport muffs at our range. The 22 db rating is a little low, however for most handgun shooting 22 db is not a problem. I have a couple sets of Peltors hanging up in my shop, and I wear the Impact Sport muffs at the range, and while hunting with my 480 Super Redhawk and Contender. Running the timer in 2-Gun I would double up with plugs.

The are fairly economical. Should be able to find a set under $60
They shut off and come right back on very quickly.
Battery life is excellent.
They have a 4 hour automatic shut off.
They take common batteries. And the compartment is easy to access to change them.
Made to fold up for easy storage.
Nice Green Color.

At the moment they are the most commonly used head set used in our pistol match. Probably 50% Impact Sport and 50% everything else.

Bob

 

[kbm6893]

I just use a pair of Caldwell electronic muffs. Don't know what db they have, but I can shoot anything with no discomfort. I think they were about 30 bucks.

 

[Murdock]

This is kind of off topic, but it pisses me off that suppressors are illegal. For me, it's just a desire to protect my hearing...why should something that promotes health be illegal? Makes no sense.

Suppressors are not illegal. I own and use 8
They are regulated by the National Firearms Act and each state has it's own laws. Check your state laws.

+1

And in parts of northern Europe, suppressors are mandatory safety equipment. Go figure. We are so susceptible to propaganda.

I have been using Peltors with satisfaction. Just keep in mind that to have a conventional set of non-electronic muffs is important. Steady rain can and does ruin electronic muffs. Fall back on the ordinary ones when it pours.

 

[tenntucker]

I've had two sets of Peltor, Never lasted of two years before one of the units went out.

Get Pro Ears and never worry about it again.

 

[farman]

"Just keep in mind that to have a conventional set of non-electronic muffs is important. Steady rain can and does ruin electronic muffs. Fall back on the ordinary ones when it pours."
Good advice, never thought about that, even though I keep an extra set of muffs in my range bag.