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 electronic earmuffs?
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02/15/23 01:07 AM
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what are some good ones? price range? for target/range shooting.
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Re: electronic earmuffs?
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02/15/23 01:11 AM
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I use Walkers for that and hunting.
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Re: electronic earmuffs?
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02/15/23 01:40 AM
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thanks. i saw those and was going to buy but thought i would check here first. i trust your opinion.
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02/15/23 01:58 AM
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I once had Walkers and they worked great
Lost them and my range finders in a house move years ago...still haven't got over it
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Re: electronic earmuffs?
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02/15/23 02:22 AM
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Re: electronic earmuffs?
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02/15/23 02:26 AM
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Judd
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MSA around $250 with the gel cups are the best I’ve used and found.
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: electronic earmuffs?
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02/15/23 02:35 AM
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MSA around $250 with the gel cups are the best I’ve used and found. This. Buy once cry once
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02/15/23 02:56 AM
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thanks. i saw those and was going to buy but thought i would check here first. i trust your opinion. Get the rechargeable ones. They last a long time and you won't have to pay for batteries.
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02/15/23 03:06 AM
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Re: electronic earmuffs?
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02/15/23 12:24 PM
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I have THESE as well. The microphone works well, the range of adjustment is good, and they have an aux port if you want to listen to music, etc.
Pass the gravy.
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#8802016
02/15/23 12:32 PM
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Another vote for Howard Leight.
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02/15/23 12:41 PM
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I like the Howard Leight's, but aftermarket Gel pads make an even better seal. Auto-shutoff saves battery life.
One thing often overlooked: Electronic muffs amplify soft sounds while suppressing loud noises. This is a handy feature if you hear something go bump in the night and need to investigate. You won't be deaf if you are forced to pull the trigger.
A Democracy is when two wolves and a lamb vote on the dinner menu. That is why this country was specifically not designed as a Democracy. We are a Constitutional Republic.
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02/16/23 03:09 AM
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02/16/23 03:17 AM
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I have now bought 2 pairs of these based off of BIL’s recommendation. I also have Howard Leights. The Sordins are in a league of their own IMO.
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02/16/23 03:25 AM
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I have now bought 2 pairs of these based off of BIL’s recommendation. I also have Howard Leights. The Sordins are in a league of their own IMO. Thanks for tuning in. They are expensive but worth it if you shoot. I have many 8 hour days with them
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02/16/23 12:45 PM
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I have now bought 2 pairs of these based off of BIL’s recommendation. I also have Howard Leights. The Sordins are in a league of their own IMO. Thanks for tuning in. They are expensive but worth it if you shoot. I have many 8 hour days with them What makes them so much better? Genuinely curious. Marc
A Democracy is when two wolves and a lamb vote on the dinner menu. That is why this country was specifically not designed as a Democracy. We are a Constitutional Republic.
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Re: electronic earmuffs?
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02/16/23 12:55 PM
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Comfort is the biggest difference. Slimmer profile for sure. Way easier to get a cheek weld with these than any other over the ear muffs I have tried. IMO it has a noticeably better microphone sound transmission at low db but improved noise cancelation when needed at high db’s. But the comfort is by far the biggest difference.
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02/16/23 01:24 PM
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Comfort is the biggest difference. Slimmer profile for sure. Way easier to get a cheek weld with these than any other over the ear muffs I have tried. IMO it has a noticeably better microphone sound transmission at low db but improved noise cancelation when needed at high db’s. But the comfort is by far the biggest difference. Very well said. I 100% 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: electronic earmuffs?
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02/16/23 02:17 PM
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I am very happy with my Walkers but haven’t tried anything else. They have Bluetooth, which I have determined is useless. I have used it for phone calls and music. In both cases it’s not worth the squeeze (low quality audio) and a unit half the price would make me just as happy.
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02/16/23 02:19 PM
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They do kick [censored] on the lawn mower for noise cancellation. If their audio was better I would be very happy with them.
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02/16/23 04:30 PM
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Academy has the walker razor earmuffs and walkie talkie combo on clearance for $30.86 its a heck of deal. I have a few pairs and can talk to others with out having to use the phone to text or call. Get a few pair.
Walker's Razor Walkie Talkie Combo
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02/16/23 07:27 PM
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Comfort is the biggest difference. Slimmer profile for sure. Way easier to get a cheek weld with these than any other over the ear muffs I have tried. IMO it has a noticeably better microphone sound transmission at low db but improved noise cancelation when needed at high db’s. But the comfort is by far the biggest difference. Thank you. I have been very happy with the comfort and sound with my Leights - with aftermarket gel pads. But if the acoustic performance is much better clamping the high end, then that might be worth it. Marc
A Democracy is when two wolves and a lamb vote on the dinner menu. That is why this country was specifically not designed as a Democracy. We are a Constitutional Republic.
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02/16/23 07:34 PM
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I think noise perception is subjective. Kind of like finding the best hunting boot. What works or perceived favorable by someone may not be for the next person. It's a big investment. Like I said above, I have the Howard Leights with the aftermarket gel earpiece and the Sordins. I haven't gone back to wearing the Howards since buying the Sordins.
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02/16/23 09:38 PM
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I think noise perception is subjective. Kind of like finding the best hunting boot. What works or perceived favorable by someone may not be for the next person. It's a big investment. Like I said above, I have the Howard Leights with the aftermarket gel earpiece and the Sordins. I haven't gone back to wearing the Howards since buying the Sordins. Sort of like the quietest suppressor  I have the HL's impact but I don't have the gel cups...but now I'm going to get them because my wife wears those when she goes to the range. Thanks ringworm and Marc...I never even thought about gel cups for those.
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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02/17/23 05:21 PM
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I just wish my Walker Razors had auto shutoff. I am constantly running down the batteries by forgetting to turn them off.
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