Earmuffs question

[Daggy]

I'm about to buy a pair of Howard Leight slim earmuffs. They also have electronic ones, but at twice the price I'm just not sure. Are electronic earmuffs that much better than regular ones in blocking noise?

 

[04FXSTS]

I just looked at MidwayUSA and found the slim line to be rated NRR25 and the electronic at NRR22 with the higher number being more reduction. The difference is with the electronic you hear everything going on around you including conversations. The gunshot is blocked out so it depends on what kind of shooting you do. I shoot IDPA so the electronic are great for me, if I just shot targets at the range without much interaction with other people the standard would be fine. My electronic are the same ones you are looking at and I consider them to be a geat value. Jim.

 

[JetGirl]

I've been using them (the HL electronics) for about six years. I've tried others during, but always go back to those.
It's nice to be able to carry on a conversation at the range (especially when with new shooters) and still have the shot muffled out.

 

[Faine]

Esrice did a really good review/comparison on electronic ear pro a while back. I'd look for the link, but I'm on my phone and it's problematic.

 

[Daggy]

Esrice did a really good review/comparison on electronic ear pro a while back. I'd look for the link, but I'm on my phone and it's problematic.

Found it, thanks.https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...electronic-hearing-protection-any-budget.html I'll take a look at the other brands too.

 

[findingZzero]

I use those yellow ear plugs over which I put those cheap, but well rated Harbor frt muffs. I can't her a thing when folks talk to me so I just smile and nod a lot....

 

[Faine]

I think one of the more embarrassing things is when you're talking all loud because you can't hear yourself and realize that you are shouting at people wearing electronic ear pro who can hear you whisper.

Luckily at NFA Day they were very forgiving of nubbits like me, just nodding and smiling, when you get electronic ear pro yourself you realize just how silly you looked.

Edit: I got my Peltor Tactical Sports for 67usd, Amazon had a pretty good sale on them a couple months back, so if you're not in a rush, I'd suggest you hold out till you see them on sale somewhere.

 

[indygunguy]

The review Esrice wrote is excellent.

That being said I've got a pair of cheap green Caldwell electronic earmuffs and they work great. And they only cost about $25 if you can get them on sale at Midway.

 

[gregkl]

The review Esrice wrote is excellent.

That being said I've got a pair of cheap green Caldwell electronic earmuffs and they work great. And they only cost about $25 if you can get them on sale at Midway.

Amazon has these for $22.95. I have a pair of Peltor's but am going to get a pair of the Caldwell's for Trap. I think they are little thinner and won't hit my stock.

 

[Daggy]

The review Esrice wrote is excellent.That being said I've got a pair of cheap green Caldwell electronic earmuffs and they work great. And they only cost about $25 if you can get them on sale at Midway.

Amazon has these for $22.95. I have a pair of Peltor's but am going to get a pair of the Caldwell's for Trap. I think they are little thinner and won't hit my stock.

At $22.95 it is a good deal. I'm reading the reviews on Amazon to see if I can live with it.

 

[sb0]

I have both of these.

Howard Leight R-01526 Impact Sport Electronic Earmuff - Amazon.com
Amazon.com: Caldwell E-Max Low Profile Electronic Muffs: Sports & Outdoors

I like the Howard Leight ones better myself, more comfortable and more compact. They're only 20 bucks more.

 

[Daggy]

I have both of these.Howard Leight R-01526 Impact Sport Electronic Earmuff - Amazon.comAmazon.com: Caldwell E-Max Low Profile Electronic Muffs: Sports & OutdoorsI like the Howard Leight ones better myself, more comfortable and more compact. They're only 20 bucks more.

Excellent! The photos make HL look bigger than Caldwell, so I'm glad you mention that they're actually smaller. Unless anything else comes up, I'm buying the electronic HL.

 

[sb0]

Excellent! The photos make HL look bigger than Caldwell, so I'm glad you mention that they're actually smaller. Unless anything else comes up, I'm buying the electronic HL.

Hold on, I'll take a picture for you.

 

[sb0]

Hmm, they may not actually be that much smaller, but they do seem less bulky to me, and they definitely fold up smaller. The band is also thinner and more flexible which I like. They just feel much better to me, both comfort and quality wise.

The Howard Leight is the more brownish one.

 

[SERparacord]

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[Daggy]

Hmm, they may not actually be that much smaller, but they do seem less bulky to me, and they definitely fold up smaller. The band is also thinner and more flexible which I like. They just feel much better to me, both comfort and quality wise.The Howard Leight is the more brownish one.

The pics do show that HL is better in quality and design. This is a no brainer choice. Thanks!

 

[Daggy]

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I've read the reviews on Radians on Amazon, and it appears that quite a few people are complaining about durability. For now I'm gonna go with the slightly cheaper HL.

 

[gregkl]

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The pics do show that HL is better in quality and design. This is a no brainer choice. Thanks!

It Still Looks To Me Like The Caldwells Are Thinner At TheEnds. That Would Reduce Interference With ThE Stock.

 

[gregkl]

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I've read the reviews on Radians on Amazon, and it appears that quite a few people are complaining about durability. For now I'm gonna go with the slightly cheaper HL.

I Returned A Set Of These. They Were Uncomfortable.

 

[bacon#1]

I have the HL electronic really like them. After a full day of shooting ears still fell good, and they keep your ears warm which is very important in the never ending winter.