Post by: jackelope on May 18, 2018, 04:02:15 PM
Thanks!
Post by: jrebel on May 18, 2018, 04:25:10 PM
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Post by: jackelope on May 18, 2018, 04:54:42 PM
Tagging. I currently use the noise cancelling ear muffs but don't like shooting rifles with the muff style.
That's my current stance as well. I hate the muff style.
I use Howard Leight Impact Sport while target shooting and hunting without issues. I can take my hearing aids out and still hear while hunting. Or I use custom fitted earplugs the cost is about $100 a pair, I use them while shooting Sporting Clays, Trap and Skeet. :twocents:
I think I remember there being someone at SST making these for folks on sight at one of the big shoots one year.
Post by: Crunchy on May 18, 2018, 04:57:08 PM
Post by: Magnum_Willys on May 18, 2018, 05:01:02 PM
Post by: Bill W on May 18, 2018, 05:07:52 PM
I use the little foamies in addition to howard Leight Muffs. Significantly reduces flinch tendencies and makes shooting more relaxing and enjoyable with the big magnums with brakes.
Same here for me. I want to keep what hearing I have left.
Post by: biggfish on May 18, 2018, 08:06:11 PM
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Post by: ADAMS on May 21, 2018, 10:38:41 AM
I also won't own a rifle with a muzzle brake. I know they can be superior in some shooting situations but I don't engage in long range precision firing requiring quick follow up shots and when it comes to rifles like my .458 Lott, I just tell myself that enduring the recoil makes me manly and stronger. :o
Post by: BULLBLASTER on May 21, 2018, 10:54:40 AM
While hunting it’s some form of in ear plugs
Post by: jasnt on May 22, 2018, 04:23:55 PM
Post by: Alchase on May 22, 2018, 06:39:39 PM
I use the little foamies in addition to howard Leight Muffs. Significantly reduces flinch tendencies and makes shooting more relaxing and enjoyable with the big magnums with brakes.
I do the same!
Post by: hunter105 on May 22, 2018, 08:46:30 PM
Post by: pd on May 22, 2018, 10:34:33 PM
I use the little foamies in addition to howard Leight Muffs. Significantly reduces flinch tendencies and makes shooting more relaxing and enjoyable with the big magnums with brakes.
I do the same!
Same here. I have found the squishy orange foam inserts better than the custom molded ones. Double protection all the way, and I won't shoot at the range if somebody is using a boom-gun. I like my hearing, intend to keep it.
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Post by: addicted1 on June 23, 2018, 12:14:46 AM
I am required to get my hearing tested every year at work. I use these at work and at the range, and they have proven themselves. Buy a big box and you will have enough for a very long time. Plus they are great for trying to get sleep while your hunting partners snores.
Post by: The Big Game Hunter on June 14, 2019, 12:38:04 PM
Same here. For what it's worth, I use Root Impulse Ear Plugs inside of Howard Leight electronic ear muffs at the range. While I'm hunting, I normally just use the Howard Leight muffs.I use the little foamies in addition to howard Leight Muffs. Significantly reduces flinch tendencies and makes shooting more relaxing and enjoyable with the big magnums with brakes.
I do the same!
Same here. I have found the squishy orange foam inserts better than the custom molded ones. Double protection all the way, and I won't shoot at the range if somebody is using a boom-gun. I like my hearing, intend to keep it.
https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/best-hunting-ear-protection/
Post by: konradcountry on June 18, 2019, 02:06:29 PM
Some guy was shooting 300 wm with a brake on my right. Had two AR-10s with brakes on my left.
Well that is weekend shooting for you.
Post by: thinkingman on June 18, 2019, 04:38:20 PM
I guess I have sensitive ears. I use plugs, and muffs.Same for me.
Post by: h20hunter on June 18, 2019, 04:53:09 PM
Post by: kselkhunter on June 18, 2019, 04:55:03 PM
For gun range, I just use muffs or ear plugs. I have a variety of brands for muffs. But I haven't been to a gun range in awhile as I have a spot in the woods I prefer to use these days.
Post by: Mongo Hunter on June 19, 2019, 09:08:19 AM
Post by: 300rum on June 19, 2019, 09:17:24 AM
Make sure that if you are introducing new shooters, especially women and children or anyone who hasn't been around firearms, double up on the ear protection, it makes a big difference.
Post by: C-Money on June 19, 2019, 09:21:15 AM
Post by: fremont on July 06, 2019, 10:00:06 AM
Get in contact with an Audiologist in your area. They can mold your ear for the custom molded ear plugs. Most comfortable ear plugs you will find.This^^^^ and double up at range
Post by: BNAElkhntr on July 06, 2019, 10:09:25 AM
I suffered some hearing loss as a teenager from firing a .357 without hearing protection. I take hearing protection very seriously and go for maximum decibel reduction. I use 33dB reducing foam plugs. (the cheap ones like "Super Leight" from Howard Leight) I have been known to don earmuffs in addition to plugs at the range when firing rifles like my .338 Winchester.I Applaud your Effort on Keeping your hearing And I Also Plug and Muff at range But I Disagree that muzzle brakes are louder for the Shooter To Me there's like a cone of protection right behind At least with My two braked guns, Now if you are off to the Side of me Prepare to have your Eardrums burst from the overpressure :twocents:
I also won't own a rifle with a muzzle brake. I know they can be superior in some shooting situations but I don't engage in long range precision firing requiring quick follow up shots and when it comes to rifles like my .458 Lott, I just tell myself that enduring the recoil makes me manly and stronger. :o