How do these compare to the 3M Peltor Tactical Sport Hearing Protector for around $100? Would really appreciate pros and cons between them.
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I don't own the 3M Peltor Tactical Sport Hearing Protector but according to the specs, they do not suppress as much as the Howard Leight by Honeywell (Which I did buy & use). For me the Howard Leight muffs are comfortable & work great at the range. I can hear everyone talking and they muffle the sound very well. They are also cheaper!
745810
Yes. And offers better hearing protection and a better price than peltor. Ear cushions are anti germ materials and replaceable unlike all others out there on the market. Hope this helps!
74559
I'm sure these would work for that particular purpose. However, you could probably achieve the same (if not better) results with some simple ear plugs. I use these when shooting as a second form of protection (I also use plugs). I say that to let you know I've never used just the earmuffs by themselves. In that regard, I'm a bit hesitant to say emphatically that these would work well for your proposed purpose.
1035917
The best have the silicone outside and a memory foam inside next to the nub where the ear buds are they are made for Sonys my Paltry EX083 (came with my 16 GB Sonys 2 years back I have several mp3 brands these were best I heard from one from manufacture ,tried 3 kinds the 700s tout the silicon with I can only call it memory foam . If you get nervous get the Veritas Memory Foam Tips (same as Comply ,half price both excellent call either Company they will help you I love the Sonys with the layers
1081274
If I remember correctly from when I made the purchase the difference is a couple of decibels protection. The size I bought seemed to work fine for everyone who got them.
464745
I would think that normal ear defenders or mufflers would be better,these will dampen sound but are designed to shut of the amplified sound when a gun is fired for a fraction of a second then will go back to normal.I use these for shooting trap.
2190479
They're better with mid to high frequencies because lows are sensed with more than just ears. That said I think they'll cut the level dramatically. They are not significantly more effective than any other foam earplug but they are packaged in pairs and are comfortable for my smaller ear canals. They do protrude out of your ear quite a lot, they'll interfere with a motorcycle helmet, or a pillow. I solve this by lopping off the big end with scissors.
1719868
I don't know about the Peltor's, but I also have a pair of Bose noise cancelling earmuffs, and these work just as well. I often use them on planes all by themselves to cancel the airplane noise.
1817921
Although it probably depends on the helmet, I can get to controls with the 2 helmets I own. I prefer the controls near my ears as they are with my old motorola headset but for $12 I can live with this :)Regarding complaints about sound quality, I was able to improve this significantly by using better fitting earbud covers than those supplied which we're quite small. Again, what do you expect for $12??
722082
Why not try firearm suppression ear muffs. Some models are much cheaper and should do the trick, some are fairly large although comfortable. Alternatively use the in-the-ear foam ear plugs. Search Amazon for "Smith and Wesson ear muffs" or "noise reducing ear plugs".
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By no means definitive here, since I went through the same questions before I bought these. These are open, vs. closed on the 170's. So the 170's will keep out more of the ambient noise in your environment than these will. These also will be audible easier to other people in the area, depending on the volume that can be VERY much so. Even at low volume you can hear it fine four or five feet away. I preferred the open though since I am a single parent with a 9 year old son, so I like hearing if he hollers out during the night when I'm doing something else. But for me the clincher was the far more comfortable velour ear pieces. They breathe, so your skull around your ears won't get as sweaty and wet like the fake leather stuff on the 170's will do. Now, you CAN buy the velour ear covers for the 170's, but they ran like $45 and I only found them overseas so the price difference would've been lost by the time I went that route anyway. Spec-wise, they're pretty identical with a similar feature set. I could find nothing that would push me for one over the other on a purely sound level aspect.
1921035
They work very well in the field as there are usually only a few shots fired but on a shooting range there really is no substitute for hearing protector ear muffs and they aren't all that expensive. I use these for deer hunting.
1949048
I would say they are average at reducing outside noise. They do cover your ears, the seal would depend on the size/shape of your ears.
1494149
Although these are awsome at protecting your hearing, I would recommend a smartphone with a noise generator app with a set of in ear headphones. Not exactly 'noise cancellation' but it will give your ears something else to focus on. I wish these protectors had a mother-in-law setting.
2182500
No hearing protection, can block out all the sound of a gun. I am also a Safety Director of a manufacturing site, so I know about hearing protection. That said, if you are wanting the maximum noise suppression, look for ear muffs with the highest NRR rating. You can also wear ear plugs with ear muffs for even more protection. I have done thus at Drag races. Works well.
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This will help reduce the sound further especially if you plan to use it in conjunction with earplugs. I use custom molded earplugs plus these muffs. It reduces the amount of sound significantly. I used to only wear the plugs but now I use both. Protect your hearing with these (and plugs)....you'll appreciate it in the long run.
464747
You may want to try looking up the Db rating of these specific tools and comparing them to the average firearm. I'd say if they come close to a firearm, but being constantly on, these may not be enough protection. They work well for a gunshot here and there, but if I were going to shoot a fully automatic weapon, knowing how well mine work, I'd probably put earplugs in first. I agree with the other answer as well, in that you'd need earplugs for indoor shooting.Personally, from my experience in a workshop environment, I think they'd work just fine.