Ear Muffs

[Rburns28]

Looking to get a set of muffs for shooting, anybody got any recommends on a good pair. Thx Randy

 

[meigsbucks]

Look for a noise reduction rating (NRR) of 30 dB or higher.

 

[375er]

David Clarke

 

[Krink783]

I use the Peltor Shotgunner muffs because they are tapered at the bottom and stay out of the way from the stock. Don't forget to double-up, and remember nothing works better than plain old disposable foam ear plugs.

 

[BeeMaa]

I usually double up on ear pro at the range. First is a set of custom molded plugs (non-electronic). The second is a set of Sordin Pro X electronic muffs. Also a good idea to upgrade to the gel pads.

These are much better than the Walker’s found in Wal-Mart. These allow you to determine the direction of any sound when hunting. A great piece of kit for turkey and goose hunting. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them for other purposes, but I do plan on taking them to Africa.

 

[WAB]

I use the Sordin’s with the gel pads.

 

[Philip Glass]

Looking to get a set of muffs for shooting, anybody got any recommends on a good pair. Thx Randy

I have Walkers electronic from Midway USA. They have a great selection.

 

[WAB]

I think that Raven Rocks had a deal on the Sorbin’s at one time and perhaps I got mine from them.

 

[Rimbaud]

I usually double up on ear pro at the range. First is a set of custom molded plugs (non-electronic). The second is a set of Sordin Pro X electronic muffs. Also a good idea to upgrade to the gel pads.

These are much better than the Walker’s found in Wal-Mart. These allow you to determine the direction of any sound when hunting. A great piece of kit for turkey and goose hunting. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them for other purposes, but I do plan on taking them to Africa.

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These are the best. I have Walker's too and Harry Leights and custom ear plugs and enough muffs to equip a big group of family and friends. The Sordins are better than all of them.

 

[BB416]

I have the sordins with gel cups. They are great. As mentioned previously, if looking for maximum ear protection, combine with in ear plug. I use throw away foam as I think they work better than custom in ear.

 

[jpr9954]

I have the Howard Leight Impact Sports with gel cups. When shooting indoors, I add foam plugs.

I also have a pair of the Howard Leight Impact Pro which have a 30 NRR which I used for pistol shooting. I don't know if they still make the Impact Sport Bolt but they are digital and cut off the sound of the shot quicker.

 

[Grumpy gumpy]

I wear the Howard leights, they help me with sound direction as I’m fairly deaf in one ear and for some reason they seem to help with that.
Gumpy

 

[CZDiesel]

Peltor

 

[Wooster]

+1 for the Sordin's with gel pads

 

[CBH Australia]

Anything is better than nothing.
I agree with everything said so far plus there is a level of personal choice best fit etc.
I got some electronic muffs for Christmas but also happy to use passive noise reduction .
Probably pays to look toward the styles marketed toward shooters. Might sound like a no brainer but some of those will be shaped to allow better cheek welding without touching the stock.
In short somewhere around $100 is would get you a set of electronic earmuffs with an audio jack if you require it. I think electronic are mostly suited to range use where you are listening for range commands

 

[Rburns28]

thx for the help fellas

 

[glblanchard]

I have used most of the major brands, all work well. I'm now using AXIL GS EXTREME electronic ear buds. I am very pleased with the quality, they work well. No muff bumping into the stock.

 

[mdwest]

sordins and peltors are both great options if you're willing to spend the money on them..

I've also got a couple of fairly inexpensive walker razor slims that I grabbed when midway had them on sale for like $35 I think.. they've held up well, and honestly are more than enough for a typical range day with pistols...

I personally cant get comfortable with muff type ear protection when shooting rifles or shotguns.. so I rely on custom made, molded plugs that I picked up at a shotgun tournament a few years back for whenever Im shooting long guns..