New hearing protection?

[kenshomi]

I am looking for suggestions for a good pair are amplified ear muffs.
Looking for something sub $200.

 

[deeceased]

I second that request. Cabella's (brick & mortar) didn't have much. Trying to sift through info on-line is tough. Does one certain brand stand out?

thanks

 

[arizona98tj]

I train twice a year at a firearms training facility. A significant amount of folks use these.

I've been using them for a number of years and have been quite satisfied with them. They can be had for less (shop around) but for the person who said Cabela's didn't have much, they carry these (at least the Cabela's down the road from me does).

 

[kenshomi]

I've looked at these bit was hoping for a high Db rating than 22. 25+ would be nice for indoor

 

[Bobson]

What about these?

http://www.sportsmanswarehouse.com/...l/Hearing-Protection/prod9999000635/cat100418

Also made by Howard Leight - NRR 30. Anyone use em? I've been considering them, but I'm wondering if the size will interfere with shooting a rifle. Never used earmuffs before - always had plugs; but I don't really like them.

 

[cthulhufan]

I've looked at these bit was hoping for a high Db rating than 22. 25+ would be nice for indoor

I am in the same boat. I only use muffs for pistol since they interfere with my cheek weld with rifle (have to use plugs) and, man, at the indoor ranges I cannot use amplified muffs due to the low NRR. I have a nice pair of Leight's low profile NRR 30 and they are great but I'd really like a pair of amplified muffs in that NRR range too.

 

[EchoBravo]

I have used both the Howard Leight NRR30s and the Optime 105 NRR29s. I prefer the Optime, which are also available rebranded as 3M or something else at Home Depot and Sears. They are the same size but have softer pads than the Leights so they seal better and are more comfortable. I shoot rifles with them. At first it seemed they got in the way, but I must have adjusted and they are fine now and I get a good cheek weld. They are cheap enough to try for a while to see if you can get comfortable with them. They are also great for first time shooters so they don't get jumpy. Double up with earplugs and you will save your hearing regardless of what is being fired. You could do the same with the Leight Impacts if they are too low of a rating for you because you'll still be able to hear range conversation with plugs in.

http://www.amazon.com/Peltor-H10A-Optime-Over-Earmuff/dp/B00009LI4K

 

[EchoBravo]

Sorry, my mistake, those are both non-amplified.

 

[opsman]

I have a pair of Howard Leight Impact Sport, these are amplified and they do more than an adaquate job. I teach shooting sports at the local Boy Scout Camp and I have these on for hours at a time. The boys wonder how I can hear them talking behind me. They are available for around 50 bucks, Amazon.com for 49.99. Sure there are others out there that cost more, but I give these a two thumbs up approval.

 

[hso]

Every thread here on hearing protection has several recommendations for the Howard Leight Impact Sports. There is an outstanding reason for this. They can be had for around $50. If you want a little more protection then get the Howard Leight Impacts. Anyone that uses muffs when shooting also needs to wear plugs under them You could spend the remaining money on disposable foam ear plugs or have a nice set of custom moulded ear plugs made to wear under them.

Regardless of what muffs you get you need to apply them properly and you need to wear them with properly applied plugs under them. Anyone that tells you otherwise is to be disregarded as lacking sufficient knowledge on hearing protection to "listen to".

 

[greyling22]

I have some HL impact sports. They're ok, but I think I prefer the HL non-amplified muffs better. I don't like the way they amplify the guy with the .22 30 yds away. I guess I wish I could set the threshold where sounds begin to be amplified at higher.

 

[oneounceload]

Walker's Game Ears and the Peltor line have some of the best electronic muffs around. Your hearing is really NOT something you want to go cheap on as damage is irreversible - I know from experience. What I like about my Peltors is that they take standard AAA batteries (2) and are easily replaced on the outside of the unit. With the unit turned off, they are a better passive muff than the Peltor passive ones i used for decades

 

[Sandshooter]

I really like the Peltor Tactical 7 Classics. I have lost quite a bit of my ability to hear after years of riding around in helicopters and close quarters firing drills and you can really crank up the volume or turn it down as required. I also found a pair of soft cloth covers that fit perfectly and keep them from getting glued to your head when it's hot or keep your ears warm when firing outside in the winter months. They are low profile enough for me on the long guns and the NRR is 25db. I really love the acoustics and require just one easily accesible 9 volt battery. As far as the price is concerned, I believe I paid just under $150 with my military discount direct from Peltor, but when your hearing is concerned please don't limit yourself by cost. Once it's gone, it's gone! I'm living proof of that.