Whom should I Choose between Caldwell or 3M Hearing Protection ?

[alexdrake]

Hello Everyone ;

I need some good suggestions for choosing between Caldwell or 3M Hearing Protection.
Your suggestions is very helpful for me.

TIA
Regards
Alex

 

[OKFC05]

I use Pro Ears. Peltor is popular. Caldwell is cheap and not popular with competitors. Midway has a large selection and sales.
Earmuffs & Ear Plugs | Shooting Gear

 

[glowe]

I have been using Peltor electronic hearing protectors for 20 years and find them to be excellent in all respects. One of the highest quality amplified audio systems out there, without buzz, hiss, or distortion. The mic covers and foam ear liners are about the only things that wear out and are easily replaceable. Those parts can be ordered and are cheap.

I find the electronic hearing protectors to be a great option, but try to avoid single ear electronic sound enhanced systems since you lose directional capabilities. Look for at least 20 db sound suppression.

 

[walkinghorse]

I have been using Caldwell electronic. The OH style has a problem with the switch failing.
The behind the ears style has a broken plastic part so the wire headpiece will not attach.will most likely go to Peltor as they seem to have a good reputation.

 

[retiredbadge8091]

If you can't afford a pair of $300 + muffs I've had good luck with the Caldwells. I've shot .22 Magnums to .44 Magnums and also my .223/5.56 rifles with good sound and noise reduction.

First time I put them on I was surprised to listen in on a conversation several benches away. After two years I haven't had any problems. I'll step up to a better muff eventually but these are leaps and bounds better than ear plugs or conventional muffs.

(It's good to remember these are a piece of electronic equipment a treat them as such. I store mine in a cloth bag inside of my shooting bag and make it a point to see that they're not just tossed around.)

 

[kozmic]

I suggest doing a forum search from the upper task bar above. We have one of these threads quite often. I have the Caldwell electronic muffs. I don't often use them as I prefer the The Impact Sports. My Eldest likes the Caldwells. They are compact enough to allow him to shoot trap and they do a good job of protection. You will find that with most any muffs use of addition foam buds may be helpful when shooting indoor or shooting heavy magnum loads.
I believe I got them at Cabelas on a very good sale. I can't speak to the 3Ms as I have never used them, nor do I know anyone with them. The Impact Sport seems to be the most popular with the crowd I'm in.

 

[Ballistic147]

All 3 of us (wife, son, and myself) have the Howard Leight Impact Sports and they work well. Sound quality is good too and noise cancellation is great. My son and wife really like them however they don't fit my head very well so I'm constantly having to adjust to get a good seal.

About 6 months ago I bought the Peltor Sport Tactical 100 and the fit for me is much better. My wife and son both said they fit the same as the Impact Sports. Sound quality is not as crisp but not a problem. My hearing isn't the best but the volume on both sets are good enough I can hear much better than without them. For me, both sets work fine even with 44mag however the Impact Sports have to be constantly adjusted or else things start getting loud. Not so with the Peltors.

If you have the opportunity try anything you're interested in on and see how they fit. Might help narrow your decision down a bit.

 

[Bkreutz]

I have Caldwell, Peltor, and Pro Ears lying on a shelf in my gun room. I bought them in that order. The Caldwells worked but I didn't like how they cut all sound off when the shot was fired, then came back on. It was a bit disorienting. The Peltor was a bit better (and cost more) but halfway through a day long match they were getting really uncomfortable. Then I found a deal on the Pro Ears (less than half price on Ebay, the package was damaged and they couldn't sell it at full price) and they were a huge step up both in comfort and sound quality. Earlier this year at the Area 1 championship, I stopped at the House of Hearing booth and they said that they could submit a claim to my insurance and see if they would cover it, so I got an impression of my ear canal done (at the same booth). And just in case, I had my wife get impressions done as well. Guess what, my insurance covered both my and the wife's Sound Gear in the ear buds. I haven't even had a temptation to put the muffs on. They're all still lying on the shelf (just in case I have to get the buds repaired) but the comfort level has to be experienced to be believed. The sound protection is 23 and works the same as the good muffs. (my Pro Ears are 27 and I can tell the difference but not enough to tempt me into putting them on again. ) I probably would not have bought the Sound Gear buds if insurance hadn't covered them. (they start at $600 and go to $900 for the top of the line, which is what my insurance approved) If you decide on the Caldwell, I'd give you my old set but I think the postage cost would be more than the price of the headphones in your area. (could be wrong, I don't remember what I paid for them or what they cost now). My advice, the Caldwells will work but I don't think you'll be happy with them for long. Look around for deals on the Peltor, or the Pro Ears. If you can find Pro Ears at a price that you're willing to pay, get those, you won't regret it. Do a Google search on "Pro Ears for sale" and see what you come up with. Good luck, sorry for the long post.

 

[rockquarry]

There is much better stuff than Caldwell. I've had good luck with Peltor Ultimate 10s; nothing fancy, but they work and are comfortable for long sessions. I also use plugs in addition to any over-the- ear protectors. Tried electronic, could see no advantage.

 

[chief38]

For Pistol and Long Guns I use BOTH Howard Leight disposable foam ear plugs (33Db NR) in conjunction with a set of Peltor ear muffs (29 Db NR). Unfortunately for me I started paying attention to all these numbers too late and lost some precious hearing along the way.

When shooting Sporting Clays & Trap I use the 33 Db NR plugs by themselves as I can not really shoot well with the muffs on. Since a Shotgun outside is not overly loud, they seem to do a very good job - better than any muffs I've ever used. As soon as I am done actually shooting, I'll slip on the muffs over the plugs while watching others shoot.

 

[alexdrake]

Thanks For Valuable Suggestions.

I use Pro Ears. Peltor is popular. Caldwell is cheap and not popular with competitors. Midway has a large selection and sales.
Earmuffs & Ear Plugs | Shooting Gear

Thanks For Valuable Suggestions.

 

[alexdrake]

Okay
I definately check Peltor Ultimate 10s before Caldwell.

Thanks
Rockquarry

 

[alexdrake]

Thanks
Bkreutz
For guiding me so well about the products for hearing devices with various links which help me alt for buying these.

Regards
Alex

 

[Big Cholla]

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I have been using Peltor electronic hearing protectors for 20 years and find them to be excellent in all respects. One of the highest quality amplified audio systems out there, without buzz, hiss, or distortion. The mic covers and foam ear liners are about the only things that wear out and are easily replaceable. Those parts can be ordered and are cheap.

I find the electronic hearing protectors to be a great option, but try to avoid single ear electronic sound enhanced systems since you lose directional capabilities. Look for at least 20 db sound suppression.

I once taught civilians CCW at a range that was very close to high voltage powerlines. The only electronic hearing protection set that didn't hum and buzz from the powerline EMF was the Peltor Pro 7s. They do clamp down on my head a little strongly, so I just take a new pair and stretch out the metal spring until the headset fits comfortably. I bought a set of Howard Leights for my wife because of size and weight and we both like the fit and sound quality. But, we are not shooting close to powerlines anymore. They have the electronic ability to be connected to a sound source and therefore become a set of headphones. My wife uses hers at the computer when she doesn't want to listen to the speakers. ....

 

[alexdrake]

Peltor Pro 7s is also good choice.

 

[alexdrake]

Hey guys I got 2 Choices for Hearing and eye protection.

1. Caldwell Hearing & Eye Protection

2. Pro Ears are also the good choice for me.

Thanks everyone for your valuable Suggestions
Alex