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Wilds · 02-09-2005, 09:53 PM

I was just curious to see what kinds of protection you guys use while shooting. Right now I just use a set of cheap plugs but am looking into investing in a nice set of electronic muffs, like game ears or something of that nature. Something that deadens the shot but enhances voices and stuff like that. You know how it goes. Just wanted to get some insight on what you guys use or have heard that works best. Thanks Chris

c22m22c · 02-09-2005, 10:38 PM

i use the blaze orange foam plugs. they've worked better than most muffs i've used. i think i get 10 pairs at walmart in one package.

MrTuffPaws · 02-09-2005, 10:55 PM

I use 32 NRR plugs with NRR 30 muffs. It keeps me from flenching even with hand cannons going off next to me.

ampleworks · 02-09-2005, 11:03 PM

I second the doubleing-up especially on indoor ranges.

When I'm going to be taking them in and out a lot, I use Howard Leight Airsoft, NRR27, long term shooting I use the Max line from Howard Leight.

Afterall, concussion hurts my ears more than decible levels. I can shoot shotguns and 223 all day, break out a little 22 pistol and my ears ring for the next 36 hours

just a coastie · 02-09-2005, 11:25 PM

I work on planes and find myself always out on the ramp with jets and helicopters turning all the time. BEST ADVICE IS DOUBLE UP. Never rely on just one for protection. A set of generic foam plugs that can be purchased in bulk used in conjunction with a decent set of "ears" is the only way to go. People often take their hearing for granted til it's gone.

Wilds · 02-09-2005, 11:57 PM

Thanks for all the input guys. Never really thought about doublin' up. I'll have to give it a whirl. Hey ample where you abouts in Ironton. I have a lot of family down there. Don't hear of it much. Thanks Chris

Delija · 02-10-2005, 12:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wilds

Don't hear of it much. Thanks Chris

If you shoot a lot and don't double up, you won't hear much of anything after a while

Take it from one who's paid the price (more from playing rock and roll than shooting, but the end effect is the same).

Peace,
D.

paper tiger · 02-10-2005, 11:43 PM

I find the 32 NRR Leightnings work well for most shooting, except shotguns.

I really hate it though when someone next to me lets off a .357/44/454/500 with no warning. The pressure alone nearly busts my eyeballs.

dirtyvicar · 02-11-2005, 07:10 AM

I just use foam earplugs I bought in bulk at Home Depot. Works for me, even at the indoor range.

Maybe all the hair that's been sprouting in my ears as I get older provides extra protection!

10ring · 02-11-2005, 12:21 PM

I use some 36db plugs and/or a cheap set of electronic muffs I believe are 25db.

Harbor Freight has them for $19.99 + S&H

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=46798

definitely not for hunting as it only has one mic, and hey they are only $20, the amplification is not all that natural sounding, but they work great for range time, power tools etc.

02-09-2005, 09:53 PM	#1
Wilds XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Indiana Posts: 20	Hearing Protection I was just curious to see what kinds of protection you guys use while shooting. Right now I just use a set of cheap plugs but am looking into investing in a nice set of electronic muffs, like game ears or something of that nature. Something that deadens the shot but enhances voices and stuff like that. You know how it goes. Just wanted to get some insight on what you guys use or have heard that works best. Thanks Chris __________________ XD9SC SW .38 Spcl Ruger MarkII .22

02-09-2005, 10:38 PM	#2
c22m22c XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: east coast Posts: 582	i use the blaze orange foam plugs. they've worked better than most muffs i've used. i think i get 10 pairs at walmart in one package. __________________ HK USP 9mm Fullsize HK USP 9mm Compact Springfield XD9 4\" and assorted other goodies.

02-09-2005, 11:03 PM	#4
ampleworks XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Communistic Ohio Posts: 1,159	I second the doubleing-up especially on indoor ranges. When I'm going to be taking them in and out a lot, I use Howard Leight Airsoft, NRR27, long term shooting I use the Max line from Howard Leight. Afterall, concussion hurts my ears more than decible levels. I can shoot shotguns and 223 all day, break out a little 22 pistol and my ears ring for the next 36 hours __________________ *Ampleworks*

02-09-2005, 11:25 PM	#5
just a coastie XDTalk Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 40	I work on planes and find myself always out on the ramp with jets and helicopters turning all the time. BEST ADVICE IS DOUBLE UP. Never rely on just one for protection. A set of generic foam plugs that can be purchased in bulk used in conjunction with a decent set of "ears" is the only way to go. People often take their hearing for granted til it's gone. __________________ Joe XD SERVICE MODEL BI-TONE 9MM RUGER P-944 .40 REMINGTON MODEL 710 .270

02-09-2005, 11:57 PM	#6
Wilds XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Indiana Posts: 20	Thanks for all the input guys. Never really thought about doublin' up. I'll have to give it a whirl. Hey ample where you abouts in Ironton. I have a lot of family down there. Don't hear of it much. Thanks Chris __________________ XD9SC SW .38 Spcl Ruger MarkII .22

02-09-2005, 10:55 PM	#3
MrTuffPaws XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: NorCal Posts: 759	I use 32 NRR plugs with NRR 30 muffs. It keeps me from flenching even with hand cannons going off next to me.

02-10-2005, 11:43 PM	#8
paper tiger XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Northern VA Posts: 109	I find the 32 NRR Leightnings work well for most shooting, except shotguns. I really hate it though when someone next to me lets off a .357/44/454/500 with no warning. The pressure alone nearly busts my eyeballs.

02-11-2005, 07:10 AM	#9
dirtyvicar XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 449	I just use foam earplugs I bought in bulk at Home Depot. Works for me, even at the indoor range. Maybe all the hair that's been sprouting in my ears as I get older provides extra protection! __________________ Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could do only a little. -Edmund Burke, statesman and writer (1729-1797)

02-11-2005, 12:21 PM	#10
10ring XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ohh, Ohio Posts: 91	I use some 36db plugs and/or a cheap set of electronic muffs I believe are 25db. Harbor Freight has them for $19.99 + S&H http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=46798 definitely not for hunting as it only has one mic, and hey they are only $20, the amplification is not all that natural sounding, but they work great for range time, power tools etc. __________________ \"The Constitution of most of our states (and of the United States) assert that all power is inherent in the people; that they may exercise it by themselves; that it is their right and duty to be at all times armed.\" Thomas Jefferson

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