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Ear protection
Posted on 11/26/12 at 10:35 am
Posted on 11/26/12 at 10:35 am
I did a search and couldn't find where this topic has been discussed lately.
How many of y'all wear ear protection hunting? I never have but after eating with some older family members on thanksgiving and screaming across the table at them, I'm considering. I figure you can't ever get your hearing back and I don't see how anywhere can be worse for ears than in a steel pit blind with 6 shotguns going off.
What do y'all use ? I've been reading about some high-end custom plugs that look like hearing aids that seem like they would be more comfortable and you can hear talking.
What ya got OB
How many of y'all wear ear protection hunting? I never have but after eating with some older family members on thanksgiving and screaming across the table at them, I'm considering. I figure you can't ever get your hearing back and I don't see how anywhere can be worse for ears than in a steel pit blind with 6 shotguns going off.
What do y'all use ? I've been reading about some high-end custom plugs that look like hearing aids that seem like they would be more comfortable and you can hear talking.
What ya got OB
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Posted on 11/26/12 at 10:37 am to drakeT1217
I've been wearing the cheap ol foam plugs on a string. Better than nothing at all. This year I've tied them on my hunting hat so I'll always have them and don't lose them.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 10:45 am to TopWaterTiger
the orange foam plugs are the best in terms of noise reduction as far as affordable options go, better than the big ear muffs too. not sure about the high end electronic ear plugs though.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 10:48 am to drakeT1217
quote:
I did a search and couldn't find where this topic has been discussed lately.
How many of y'all wear ear protection hunting? I never have but after eating with some older family members on thanksgiving and screaming across the table at them, I'm considering. I figure you can't ever get your hearing back and I don't see how anywhere can be worse for ears than in a steel pit blind with 6 shotguns going off.
What do y'all use ? I've been reading about some high-end custom plugs that look like hearing aids that seem like they would be more comfortable and you can hear talking.
What ya got OB
HUH WUT YOU SAID DERE BOY?
Posted on 11/26/12 at 10:49 am to drakeT1217
I want to get some of the ones, military I think, that are double sided and one side lets nothing through and the other side lets through sound under a certain decibel level. I wanna say I've found them only for like $20.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 10:50 am to drakeT1217
these are similar to what i use. academy has some similar for $30 also. i like them b/c you can hear normal voice levels, unlike with the foam plugs.
ear muffs
ear muffs
Posted on 11/26/12 at 10:51 am to Hermit Crab
Shotguns were never a problem for my hearing. I could go shoot all day long and not have any ill effects
.45s hurt my ears more than any other caliber. They hurt to the point of pain. I have been affected for a few days after only a couple of shots. Only wear ear plugs when shooting them specifically.
.45s hurt my ears more than any other caliber. They hurt to the point of pain. I have been affected for a few days after only a couple of shots. Only wear ear plugs when shooting them specifically.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 10:59 am to drakeT1217
The foam earplugs work better than anything else for me. And they're cheap, which is good because I'm always losing them.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 11:09 am to Boats n Hose
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I want to get some of the ones, military I think, that are double sided and one side lets nothing through and the other side lets through sound under a certain decibel level. I wanna say I've found them only for like $20.
Not sure if you're talking about earplug style or earmuff style. I've heard that the inexpensive filtered earplug style designed to allow conversation, but block louder sounds like gunshots, are often inadequate for noise reduction. Going up to earplugs with electronics might work well for conversation and protection, but the price goes way up. For now, I'm sticking with cheap disposable foam plugs.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 11:09 am to drakeT1217
I've tried a good many, I think one pair was over 100. Just didn't think they did well with the constant noise of a boat motor. I went back with the foam plugs. I keep one in my right ear at all times while hunting and depending on where I'm situated I use the left also. Pisses the guys off, because I talk lower they say and I can't hear sometimes when they are turned away from me watching birds. That said, I'm not the one itching my ear after somebody shoots over the top of them.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 11:20 am to drakeT1217
I have sure fire plugs. They are awesome.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 11:41 am to drakeT1217
Posted on 11/26/12 at 11:53 am to fisherbm1112
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I have sure fire plugs. They are awesome.
This. I got the one's rated for 24 decibels, which is more than most foamies. I wore them at the range a few times and they work great. Also use them at work and around airplanes.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 11:55 am to Helo
Ive had trouble with my left ear for a few years now and Im only 34. I have to use something or my ear will ring for weeks. Guess its from too much shooting, but one time in particular, sighting in my 30-30 off my brothers back porch, started it and Im very sensitive to it now.
I use both, depending on what Im doing. I use the foam plugs alot when range shooting for comfort and ease. I use muffs when hunting, so I can leave them off til needed, then get them on fast. I will say this, if you want to try muffs for hunting, they can get in your way, so practice a few shots first.
I use both, depending on what Im doing. I use the foam plugs alot when range shooting for comfort and ease. I use muffs when hunting, so I can leave them off til needed, then get them on fast. I will say this, if you want to try muffs for hunting, they can get in your way, so practice a few shots first.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 12:05 pm to Helo
Hey guys,
Coming from an old man like myself, do yourself a favor and WEAR some sort of adequate hearing protection whenever you're shooting any type of firearm. I have permanent hearing loss from NOT doing so. The main culprit for me was shooting handguns, but ANY firearm will cause permanent hearing loss if you shoot it enough.
When target shooting, I use the best foam plugs (usually will have a noise reduction rating, NRR, or 33 or so) PLUS over the ear muffs. You can buy a cheap pair of Caldwell electronic muffs (previously linked) for <$30. If you use only ear plugs, there will be some potentially damaging gunfire transmitted to the ear through the bones outside the ear.
When on the stand, I use a pair of Walker Game Ear electronic over the ear muffs. Some people use plugs and muffs and just crank the volume up.
When I'm squirrel hunting, I usually use a pair of the stiffer, rubber ear plugs and put them in just before shooting. It takes a 30 seconds or so for the foam plugs to expand and get the max NRR.
Many of the non electronic ear plugs that supposedly block out only loud noises don't have much NRR capability.
When I first read about handgun hunters using hearing protection in the field I kinda chuckled to myself, thinking how silly it was.......Years later I find myself wishing I'd done likewise.
Coming from an old man like myself, do yourself a favor and WEAR some sort of adequate hearing protection whenever you're shooting any type of firearm. I have permanent hearing loss from NOT doing so. The main culprit for me was shooting handguns, but ANY firearm will cause permanent hearing loss if you shoot it enough.
When target shooting, I use the best foam plugs (usually will have a noise reduction rating, NRR, or 33 or so) PLUS over the ear muffs. You can buy a cheap pair of Caldwell electronic muffs (previously linked) for <$30. If you use only ear plugs, there will be some potentially damaging gunfire transmitted to the ear through the bones outside the ear.
When on the stand, I use a pair of Walker Game Ear electronic over the ear muffs. Some people use plugs and muffs and just crank the volume up.
When I'm squirrel hunting, I usually use a pair of the stiffer, rubber ear plugs and put them in just before shooting. It takes a 30 seconds or so for the foam plugs to expand and get the max NRR.
Many of the non electronic ear plugs that supposedly block out only loud noises don't have much NRR capability.
When I first read about handgun hunters using hearing protection in the field I kinda chuckled to myself, thinking how silly it was.......Years later I find myself wishing I'd done likewise.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 12:05 pm to hashbrowns
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I got the one's rated for 24 decibels, which is more than most foamies
cheap orange foam ones are rated for 32 decibels.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 12:09 pm to Hermit Crab
The last box i bought from the walmarks was rated at 18. It was all they had and I needed something for the kids.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 12:20 pm to hashbrowns
Thanks for the help. Its really shooting in pit blinds that has started getting to me. The bi ear muffs just seem like they would be a burden to haul around and wear especially when trying to wear a warm hat or soemthing. But I do recognize the fact I really need to start doing something before it's too late
Posted on 11/26/12 at 12:42 pm to drakeT1217
I have a pair of Walkers Game Ear HD. I didn't wear them this weekend and sure wish I did. I can assure you I'll have them on for the next hunt.
They work really well.
They work really well.
Posted on 11/26/12 at 12:42 pm to drakeT1217
Double post 
This post was edited on 11/26/12 at 12:43 pm
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