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Hearing protection
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03/15/19 01:37 AM
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Drop Tine
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Having a light-ish 300 win mag built and it will have a gill style brake. What are ya'll using for hearing protection when hunting? Will use plugs and muffs when practicing, but not sure I want to use muffs.....if I'm hunting in warm/hot weather.
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Re: Hearing protection
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#7458809
03/15/19 02:19 AM
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Bee'z
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I wear Electronic muffs at the long range match every year. They suck and it is hotter than hell but they work. If hunting I just put the suppressor on it.
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Re: Hearing protection
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03/15/19 02:21 AM
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TexFlip
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Just to make sure that it is done thoroughly, I go both ways.
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Re: Hearing protection
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03/15/19 02:30 AM
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Tactical Cowboy
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I like the surefires with the flange/valve thing.
If you’re hunting, why not a cheap set of muffs? I’ve killed a few deer with a muzzle brake, and always put on muffs. Target deer comes out: grab muffs.
The secret to a long life is to try not to shorten it.
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Re: Hearing protection
[Re: Tactical Cowboy]
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03/15/19 03:00 AM
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68A
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I like the surefires with the flange/valve thing.
If you’re hunting, why not a cheap set of muffs? I’ve killed a few deer with a muzzle brake, and always put on muffs. Target deer comes out: grab muffs. Agree on the surefire. Cheap, effective and fit well.
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Re: Hearing protection
[Re: TexFlip]
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03/15/19 03:37 AM
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DocHorton
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FTW. It's probably been 5-6 years or more since I've shot a rifle without one...except one time when I accidentally left it at home. For shotgunning I use these: https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/radians-snug-plugs™-ear-plugs#repChildCatid=33452
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Re: Hearing protection
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03/15/19 11:52 AM
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TX_LT230FH
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Amen. I'm on my second pair- the first pair I wore so much the earpads wore out. I never shoot anything except a pellet gun anymore without ear protection- even suppressed..
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Re: Hearing protection
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03/15/19 12:17 PM
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Dave Davidson
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II’ve ignored my ears and now have hearing aids, I’m careful about not losing more of it. I now wear both foam plugs and over priced muffs.
Without a sense of urgency, nothing ever happens.
Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley, Rancher Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP
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Re: Hearing protection
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#7458973
03/15/19 12:34 PM
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Texas Dan
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Muffs or foam plugs only when shooting at the range. Part of the joy in hunting, at least for me, is hearing all the sounds that go with being in the woods far away from the city.
I do sometimes enjoy passing the time while sitting in the stand listening to the radio using a single ear bud with the volume turned down low.
Last edited by Texas Dan; 03/15/19 12:39 PM.
"Some people will never like you because your spirit irritates their demons."
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Re: Hearing protection
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#7459073
03/15/19 02:09 PM
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syncerus
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I have the non-bluetooth version of THIS. They offer excellent protection, decent sound quality and are quite comfortable in the heat.
NRA Patriot Benefactor & DSC Lifer
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Re: Hearing protection
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#7459110
03/15/19 02:47 PM
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The Dude Abides
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I just started using the MSA Sordin Supreme Pro X Electronic Earmuffs. These have the gel cup seals, very comfortable to wear for extended periods of time.
I am still looking for the perfect apron, one with reinforced knee areas would be perfect.
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Re: Hearing protection
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03/15/19 02:55 PM
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Brother in-law
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Tie some foamies or surefires to your hat
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Re: Hearing protection
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03/15/19 03:00 PM
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ZK-315
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This. Haven't gone hunting with any of my non-threaded guns since owning mine.
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Re: Hearing protection
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#7459568
03/16/19 01:19 AM
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Toxarch
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This. Haven't gone hunting with any of my non-threaded guns since owning mine. Same here. If it doesn't take a suppressor, it doesn't come out of the safe. I keep a set of electronic ear muffs in my backpack at all times just in case I am around others who shoot unsuppressed. I know I have a set Walker's Game Ears and I forget what the other pair is, probably Walker's as well. The second one has bluetooth.
It is far more important to be able to hit the target than it is to haggle over who makes a weapon or who pulls a trigger.
� Dwight D. Eisenhower
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Re: Hearing protection
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#7461806
03/18/19 09:38 PM
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Drop Tine
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Suppressor probably isn't in the cards for this rifle, don't need an extra 7-8" hanging off a 25" barrel. Looks like a good set of plugs is enough for hunting and will use plugs and muffs when practicing. Thanks fellas!
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Re: Hearing protection
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03/18/19 10:08 PM
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Nitro27
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Re: Hearing protection
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03/18/19 10:34 PM
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Judd
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I just started using the MSA Sordin Supreme Pro X Electronic Earmuffs. These have the gel cup seals, very comfortable to wear for extended periods of time. Me too and I agree.
Don't let your ears hear what your eyes didn't see, and don't let your mouth say what your heart doesn't feel
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Re: Hearing protection
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#7462078
03/19/19 02:18 AM
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Drop Tine
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Re: Hearing protection
[Re: Dave Davidson]
#7462090
03/19/19 02:37 AM
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jetdad
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II’ve ignored my ears and now have hearing aids, I’m careful about not losing more of it. I now wear both foam plugs and over priced muffs. Me too. Can't afford to lose any more of my hearing.
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Re: Hearing protection
[Re: TEXASLEFTY]
#7464326
03/21/19 04:37 PM
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BGHB
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+1 for these electronic muffs. I've had a pair for about 8 years now and I really like them. I use them paired with ear plugs at the range and wear just the muffs while I'm out hunting.
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