Ear Plugs

RidgeRunner · 02-13-2019, 01:08 PM

I have used these plugs for years. Each pair comes with a tote case. They are nice to hand out to shooting buddies. Scroll down a little on website to see item.

12 Pair - 3M EAR Ultrafit NRR 25 Ear Plugs In Carry Case
($ 1.50/pr) 340-4001 $ 18 total - free shipping

https://www.ebay.com/itm/173769988609

Sightngrl · 02-13-2019, 01:40 PM

Its nice to find a product that you like. I don't think I can use that kind because I generally double up for my rifles & when both of us are shooting it can be really loud, even outside.

RidgeRunner · 02-13-2019, 02:18 PM

I've read plugs and muffs at the same time are the best ear protection.

RetiredSeabee · 02-13-2019, 03:06 PM

I’ve used that style in generally noisy environments. But for shooting I double up with over ear muffs. The post on those press against the foam in the muffs so I use foam plugs.

Cuyler · 02-13-2019, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by RidgeRunner

I've read plugs and muffs at the same time are the best ear protection.

I've heard the same....."especially" at an indoor shooting range.

44s Rock · 02-14-2019, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by RetiredSeabee

I’ve used that style in generally noisy environments. But for shooting I double up with over ear muffs. The post on those press against the foam in the muffs so I use foam plugs.

+1 I have a brand called Sonic Ear I think. They are foam covered metal valves, had them for 40 years, work great in the field! I bought some of those for the wife, I don't thinc the Sonics are around any more.

Have some of these as well: I think they were a new version

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DFB5NRU...550162218&sr=2

RidgeRunner · 02-14-2019, 09:05 AM

I also use the Walker's Razor electronic ear muffs.
https://www.amazon.com/Walkers-Elect.../dp/B01BXVPCHK

Terry_P · 03-07-2019, 06:04 AM

When I hunt I use attenuation ear plugs and they do work for that. Usually use muffs at the range and foam plugs when I need to drown out other noise. I use other style plugs when I operate power equipment like the ones held under the chin by breakable plastic retainers so I can wear a hat.

https://www.magidglove.com/JAZZ-BAND...AaAsrVEALw_wcB

RidgeRunner · 03-07-2019, 08:29 AM

I see Hickok45 uses plugs like that. Doesn't seem to be enough protection for the amount of shooting as he does.

bearcatter · 03-07-2019, 09:32 AM

I've got foldable Howard Leight LOF muffs for my outdoor range. The cups are compact, don't interfere with a rifle stock. They work well outdoors, even next to a .50 black powder gun or short barrel ARs. Nice feature is that you can get replacement cushions.

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-Lei...dp_ob_title_hi

I think I've got what 44s said, Sonic Ear Valves, look like his photo, but mine are red. They seem to work okay, but they aren't comfortable for me. I got them years ago for about $ 10, IIRC.

Yard work gets a pair of cheapo muffs from Lowe's over a ball cap. Hard to hear that mower is running.

JamesCC · 03-25-2019, 08:12 AM

I’m trying out new ear plugs and always wanted to know what ones were the best.

Terry_P · 03-25-2019, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by JamesCC

I’m trying out new ear plugs and always wanted to know what ones were the best.

https://www.consumersearch.com/earplugs/best-earplugs

I hadn't seen the above article before but we did buy a huge box of the Moldex 6800 a few years ago. Easy to throw a fresh packet in a pocket if we get into noise. Often wear them in a Hotel while travelling and trying to sleep.

The idea set up for shooting is plugs under muffs but when shooting some long guns muffs don't work well.

02-13-2019, 01:08 PM	#1
RidgeRunner Senior Member Joined: Nov 2015 From: Buck Ridge, Georgia Posts: 3,350	Ear Plugs I have used these plugs for years. Each pair comes with a tote case. They are nice to hand out to shooting buddies. Scroll down a little on website to see item. 12 Pair - 3M EAR Ultrafit NRR 25 Ear Plugs In Carry Case ($ 1.50/pr) 340-4001 $ 18 total - free shipping https://www.ebay.com/itm/173769988609

03-07-2019, 09:32 AM	#10
bearcatter Senior Member Joined: Aug 2015 From: Virginia Posts: 3,852	I've got foldable Howard Leight LOF muffs for my outdoor range. The cups are compact, don't interfere with a rifle stock. They work well outdoors, even next to a .50 black powder gun or short barrel ARs. Nice feature is that you can get replacement cushions. https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-Lei...dp_ob_title_hi I think I've got what 44s said, Sonic Ear Valves, look like his photo, but mine are red. They seem to work okay, but they aren't comfortable for me. I got them years ago for about $ 10, IIRC. Yard work gets a pair of cheapo muffs from Lowe's over a ball cap. Hard to hear that mower is running. Last edited by bearcatter; 03-07-2019 at 10:11 AM.

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02-13-2019, 01:40 PM	#2
Sightngrl Senior Member Joined: Dec 2012 From: in the wind or on the beach Posts: 4,927	Its nice to find a product that you like. I don't think I can use that kind because I generally double up for my rifles & when both of us are shooting it can be really loud, even outside.

02-13-2019, 02:18 PM	#3
RidgeRunner Senior Member Joined: Nov 2015 From: Buck Ridge, Georgia Posts: 3,350	I've read plugs and muffs at the same time are the best ear protection.

02-13-2019, 03:06 PM	#4
RetiredSeabee Super Moderator Joined: Dec 2012 From: Harrisburg, North Carolina Posts: 4,267	I’ve used that style in generally noisy environments. But for shooting I double up with over ear muffs. The post on those press against the foam in the muffs so I use foam plugs.

02-14-2019, 09:05 AM	#7
RidgeRunner Senior Member Joined: Nov 2015 From: Buck Ridge, Georgia Posts: 3,350	I also use the Walker's Razor electronic ear muffs. https://www.amazon.com/Walkers-Elect.../dp/B01BXVPCHK

03-07-2019, 06:04 AM	#8
Terry_P Super Moderator Joined: Apr 2008 From: Where it's warm Posts: 10,343	When I hunt I use attenuation ear plugs and they do work for that. Usually use muffs at the range and foam plugs when I need to drown out other noise. I use other style plugs when I operate power equipment like the ones held under the chin by breakable plastic retainers so I can wear a hat. https://www.magidglove.com/JAZZ-BAND...AaAsrVEALw_wcB

03-07-2019, 08:29 AM	#9
RidgeRunner Senior Member Joined: Nov 2015 From: Buck Ridge, Georgia Posts: 3,350	I see Hickok45 uses plugs like that. Doesn't seem to be enough protection for the amount of shooting as he does.

03-25-2019, 08:12 AM	#11
JamesCC Member Joined: Mar 2019 Posts: 32	I’m trying out new ear plugs and always wanted to know what ones were the best.