Cheflife15 454 Posted July 27, 2020 What's your favorite in ear ear protection? Preferable something off amazon so I can return it if I'm not into it. Thank you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Golf battery 1,223 Posted July 27, 2020 Hearing armor. Got them at shot show to demo. Better than anything else there ive tried. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,872 Posted July 27, 2020 Return used in-ear hearing protection? Eww... Nobody wants that. Get some Decibullz. You can custom mold 'em to your ears. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00WIXL4UM/ 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheflife15 454 Posted July 27, 2020 3 minutes ago, Krdshrk said: Return used in-ear hearing protection? Eww... Nobody wants that. Get some Decibullz. You can custom mold 'em to your ears. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00WIXL4UM/ I tried those and they were terrible. It sounded like i was shooting without them. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,872 Posted July 27, 2020 2 minutes ago, Cheflife15 said: I tried those and they were terrible. It sounded like i was shooting without them. Did you fit them to your ear correctly? Did you put the actual plugs into the holes? I've got at least 4 sets that have worked flawlessly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheflife15 454 Posted July 27, 2020 5 minutes ago, Krdshrk said: Did you fit them to your ear correctly? Did you put the actual plugs into the holes? I've got at least 4 sets that have worked flawlessly. Im assuming i didn't if this is the case! I definately had the plugs, maybe my fitting was off. Im gunna try the hearing armor and report back. Thank you Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marlintag 223 Posted July 27, 2020 For indoor ranges I go with my earplugs made by Radians followed up by some generic hearing muffs. If it's an outdoor range, I just use the earplugs made by Radians. Radians are awesome!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheflife15 454 Posted July 27, 2020 8 minutes ago, marlintag said: For indoor ranges I go with my earplugs made by Radians followed up by some generic hearing muffs. If it's an outdoor range, I just use the earplugs made by Radians. Radians are awesome!!! Seems like they have multiple different types. Which one are you referring to? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Stu 1,884 Posted July 27, 2020 I use Otto Noizebarrier Micro. They are pricey, but work brilliantly. I can wear them all day at a match without discomfort. They lock down really fast and do not have an excessive delay to opening up again. https://www.otto-comm.com/NoizeBarrierMicro 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marlintag 223 Posted July 27, 2020 I use "Radians Resistor 32", they seem to be on sale now at amazon.com. They were a few dollars more when I bought them, mine are USA made. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheflife15 454 Posted July 27, 2020 56 minutes ago, Mr.Stu said: I use Otto Noizebarrier Micro. They are pricey, but work brilliantly. I can wear them all day at a match without discomfort. They lock down really fast and do not have an excessive delay to opening up again. https://www.otto-comm.com/NoizeBarrierMicro Geez, for this price it better make me a better shooter too! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,872 Posted July 27, 2020 Just now, Cheflife15 said: Geez, for this price it better make me a better shooter too! Well, Stu's one of the best shooters I know so maybe? 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Stu 1,884 Posted July 27, 2020 2 minutes ago, Cheflife15 said: Geez, for this price it better make me a better shooter too! Nope. The amount of money you spend on equipment trying to acquire ability is inversely proportional to your actual gains in that ability. 3 minutes ago, Krdshrk said: Well, Stu's one of the best shooters I know so maybe? You're very generous. Thank you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heavyopp 167 Posted July 27, 2020 1 hour ago, marlintag said: I use "Radians Resistor 32", they seem to be on sale now at amazon.com. They were a few dollars more when I bought them, mine are USA made. Careful if you buy these on Amazon — there is a listing there for 1 pair for $4.00+ Another listing seems to be a jar of 25 pairs but has a sizing chart then says 1 size fits all ??? — just be sure what you are ordering 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackDaWack 2,894 Posted July 27, 2020 2 hours ago, Heavyopp said: Careful if you buy these on Amazon — there is a listing there for 1 pair for $4.00+ Another listing seems to be a jar of 25 pairs but has a sizing chart then says 1 size fits all ??? — just be sure what you are ordering 200 PAIRS for like 23 bucks shipped with prime. Im sold. Great addition to go under my Pro Ear Golds Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheflife15 454 Posted July 27, 2020 6 minutes ago, JackDaWack said: 200 PAIRS for like 23 bucks shipped with prime. Im sold. Great addition to go under my Pro Ear Golds Im looking for standalone ear protection. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pizza Bob 1,488 Posted July 27, 2020 3 hours ago, Mr.Stu said: Nope. The amount of money you spend on equipment trying to acquire ability is inversely proportional to your actual gains in that ability. If we're applying this with regard to ear protection, then I should be a Grand Master. LOL Adios, Pizza Bob 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heavyopp 167 Posted July 27, 2020 1 hour ago, JackDaWack said: 200 PAIRS for like 23 bucks shipped with prime. Im sold. Great addition to go under my Pro Ear Golds Link? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marlintag 223 Posted July 27, 2020 3 hours ago, Mr.Stu said: Nope. The amount of money you spend on equipment trying to acquire ability is inversely proportional to your actual gains in that ability. You're very generous. Thank you. I'm not seeing how the correlation you made here can be accurate, but to each his own. I still use the cheap generic ear muffs that my father bought me decades ago. It works as good as the day he bought it and does not hinder or improve my shooting abilities. What ever equipment used, whether it be cheap or moderately priced is fine. The only time I become a gun snob is when discussing, researching, and purchasing self-defense ammo. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Stu 1,884 Posted July 27, 2020 10 minutes ago, marlintag said: I'm not seeing how the correlation you made here can be accurate, but to each his own. I still use the cheap generic ear muffs that my father bought me decades ago. It works as good as the day he bought it and does not hinder or improve my shooting abilities. What ever equipment used, whether it be cheap or moderately priced is fine. The only time I become a gun snob is when discussing, researching, and purchasing self-defense ammo. It isn't limited to hearing protection. It's a mild jab at the people who think that upgrading a trigger, or a new set of sights, or a whole new gun will upgrade their shooting ability. It doesn't and it won't. If you learn to shoot well with a spongey striker fired gun (Glock, M&P, etc.) or a long double action revolver you will shoot guns with easier triggers even better. If you skip learning on the hard stuff, you'll only be able to shoot the easy stuff. 1 1 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackDaWack 2,894 Posted July 28, 2020 4 hours ago, Heavyopp said: Link? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00286R5NE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_id3hFb4FS0NZR 5 hours ago, Cheflife15 said: Im looking for standalone ear protection. Both are technically stand alone, but I'd rather 26 + 32 NRR over either alone The pro ears are amazing, but their not cheap. I have the more ergonomic predator series. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke 5,504 Posted July 28, 2020 6 hours ago, Mr.Stu said: It isn't limited to hearing protection. It's a mild jab at the people who think that upgrading a trigger, or a new set of sights, or a whole new gun will upgrade their shooting ability. It doesn't and it won't. If you learn to shoot well with a spongey striker fired gun (Glock, M&P, etc.) or a long double action revolver you will shoot guns with easier triggers even better. If you skip learning on the hard stuff, you'll only be able to shoot the easy stuff. You forgot sig Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heavyopp 167 Posted July 28, 2020 2 hours ago, JackDaWack said: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00286R5NE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_id3hFb4FS0NZR Both are technically stand alone, but I'd rather 26 + 32 NRR over either alone The pro ears are amazing, but their not cheap. I have the more ergonomic predator series. Thanks, just picked up a box along with a set of silicone aviator earpads to fit on my behind the head peltors — $14 for the avaiator replacement pads vs $50 for the replacements from peltor — supposed to fit with a little work Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pizza Bob 1,488 Posted July 28, 2020 Something new on the market - may be worth a look... https://proears.com/product/stealth-elite/ I use these - indoors and out. Inexpensive and light weight. They are an acquired taste - still "sounds" loud, but apparently it attenuates the sound and makes it less damaging. https://www.amazon.com/SensGard-SG-31-Lightweight-Hearing-Protection/dp/B00S1JQUR4 Adios, Pizza Bob Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheflife15 454 Posted August 5, 2020 On 7/26/2020 at 11:52 PM, Golf battery said: Hearing armor. Got them at shot show to demo. Better than anything else there ive tried. Just updating, i purchased these and they're amazing. Great protection, comfortable and they stay in place. Might pick up an extra pair just incase. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Golf battery 1,223 Posted August 5, 2020 Agreed. Purchase price? And from where? I thought their msrp was a bit much and color needed to be changed. But yes. When i wear them it seems like 34 decibel muffs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheflife15 454 Posted August 5, 2020 2 minutes ago, Golf battery said: Agreed. Purchase price? And from where? I thought their msrp was a bit much and color needed to be changed. But yes. When i wear them it seems like 34 decibel muffs. Bought them right off amazon for 25 dollars. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnyB 4,289 Posted August 5, 2020 1 hour ago, Cheflife15 said: Bought them right off amazon for 25 dollars. Can you provide a link Chef? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheflife15 454 Posted August 5, 2020 1 minute ago, JohnnyB said: Can you provide a link Chef? https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.amazon.com/Hearing-Armor-Earplugs-Medium/dp/B088TFT1XN&ved=2ahUKEwiIpK3wloPrAhUSVN8KHS_ADdsQFjAAegQIAxAB&usg=AOvVaw1ocB6mC-2b_J3jExbGYfzx That should work. My phones a pita. It opens the amazon app when I get to the website. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raz-0 1,256 Posted August 7, 2020 On 7/27/2020 at 10:26 AM, Cheflife15 said: Im assuming i didn't if this is the case! I definately had the plugs, maybe my fitting was off. Im gunna try the hearing armor and report back. Thank you It may not be you messing up. I got some decibullz. They are impossible to fit to my ear according to the instructions. They are most definitely geared towards the middle of the bell curve. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites