jkrispies Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 So I was thinking of picking up some MSA Sordins and looked them up on Brownells.... where they are listed as discontinued.. They’re not on MidwayUSA or OpticsPlanet either. It does look like there’s plenty around on Amazon, though, but certainly not for close out “discontinued” prices. Anybody know what’s going on here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 Don’t know but amazon has them on sale $269 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 Looking at their website looks like they are out of the consumer sales game? If you try to search for sales reps consumer sales now shows N/A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted January 15, 2018 Author Share Posted January 15, 2018 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Sarge said: Don’t know but amazon has them on sale $269 That’s what I find odd— why is it so readily available there (for normal prices) but the usual retailers have dropped them with one listing as discontinued? I don’t see any articles about them no longer being manufactured so It kinda looks like a distribution problem has arisen and maybe Amazon is selling old stock? Perhaps the military placed a big order that has dried up the market? I dunno.... All I know is I’d like a pair but don’t want to pay $269, lol. Edited January 15, 2018 by jkrispies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1911luvr Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 That’s what I find odd— why is it so readily available there (for normal prices) but the usual retailers have dropped them with one listing as discontinued? I don’t see any articles about them no longer being manufactured so It kinda looks like a distribution problem has arisen and maybe Amazon is selling old stock? Perhaps the military placed a big order that has dried up the market? I dunno.... All I know is I’d like a pair but don’t want to pay $269, lol. That’s actually a really good price depending on the model. They go as high as $400!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathanb Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 I paid more than 269 for mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 3 hours ago, 1911luvr said: That’s actually a really good price depending on the model. They go as high as $400! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Yeah I found a two year old add for $247 at DAA. At the time that was $80 off normal price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 5 minutes ago, Sarge said: Yeah I found a two year old add for $247 at DAA. At the time that was $80 off normal price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 1 hour ago, GrumpyOne said: OK. I’ll bite. You have done this in two of my comments. What is the problem now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowb1rd Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 Hmmm... I have howard leight impact sports for years without issue (on long range days, I try to take them off as much as I can to let my ears "breathe"). Tax refund is coming back with some $$$ and thinking about upgrading my gear a bit. Those with the MSA Sordins, are they really worth the price tag? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 3 hours ago, Snowb1rd said: Hmmm... I have howard leight impact sports for years without issue (on long range days, I try to take them off as much as I can to let my ears "breathe"). Tax refund is coming back with some $$$ and thinking about upgrading my gear a bit. Those with the MSA Sordins, are they really worth the price tag? It depends on what you’re after. Muffs are muffs as long as they are rated high enough to block out sound. What you pay extra for is the electronics that block loud noise while amplifying weaker sound such as voices. Cheaper muffs tend to clip all sound so talking sounds like this when shooting is going on. “ That ___a _____run. What load ___ you___nning ____ ese days? With better muffs like MSA or top of the line Peltor Tac Pro you can hear pretty much all talking while shooting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HI5-O Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 3 hours ago, Snowb1rd said: Hmmm... I have howard leight impact sports for years without issue (on long range days, I try to take them off as much as I can to let my ears "breathe"). Tax refund is coming back with some $$$ and thinking about upgrading my gear a bit. Those with the MSA Sordins, are they really worth the price tag? YES, they are the best especially with the gel pads. Tried the other cheaper ones and you really do get what you pay for. Plus, they use readily available AAA batteries. The headband fits with good pressure, unlike the brand that uses a plastic headband. The headband attachment points are made of metal, not plastic like the other guys. I like the leather headband cover too. The only thing that gave out after a few years is the insulation on the cables. Just wrapped with electrical tape and still going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob tx Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 check out SRS Tactical. Bought mine there years ago, had repairs done there. Just checked their website, looks like they are selling MSA Supreme Sordin Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted January 16, 2018 Author Share Posted January 16, 2018 1 hour ago, bob tx said: check out SRS Tactical. Bought mine there years ago, had repairs done there. Just checked their website, looks like they are selling MSA Supreme Sordin Pro Great find— beats the Amazon price! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatland Shooter Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 (edited) Purchased mine at SRS Tactical in the Spring of 2008. Sent in once for warranty covered repairs and now still going strong. I had other electronic muffs in the past and the Sordin's are the best. Edited January 16, 2018 by Flatland Shooter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted January 16, 2018 Author Share Posted January 16, 2018 2 hours ago, bob tx said: check out SRS Tactical. Bought mine there years ago, had repairs done there. Just checked their website, looks like they are selling MSA Supreme Sordin Pro WOW, REALLY BIG THANKS BOB TX!!!! I just purchased from SRS Tactical using their 10% first time buyer's discount and free shipping-- $212.04 out the door. SWEET!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traingq Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 SRS Tactical is where I bought mine as well. Great people there, they have always helped me out, glad you found them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3gunDQ Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 9 minutes ago, jkrispies said: WOW, REALLY BIG THANKS BOB TX!!!! I just purchased from SRS Tactical using their 10% first time buyer's discount and free shipping-- $212.04 out the door. SWEET!!!!!!!! What is the code? I’m getting some and wouldn’t mind the extra $20 off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RileyLV Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 I have the Supremes with the Gel Pads. Best ear protection I have ever used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowb1rd Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 you guys are making it really hard not to grab a pair from SRS tactical lol. Whats the difference between the Pro and Pro-x? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted January 16, 2018 Author Share Posted January 16, 2018 28 minutes ago, Snowb1rd said: you guys are making it really hard not to grab a pair from SRS tactical lol. Whats the difference between the Pro and Pro-x? I had the same question and looked into their website info. It appears to me that the X has improved electronics linking the two mics that allow you to distinguish directionality. For some it might not matter but it’s worth the extra $30 to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted January 16, 2018 Author Share Posted January 16, 2018 13 hours ago, 3gunDQ said: What is the code? I’m getting some and wouldn’t mind the extra $20 off. Join their mailing list and they will send you a code. Took about ten minutes to get the email. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3gunDQ Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 2 hours ago, jkrispies said: Join their mailing list and they will send you a code. Took about ten minutes to get the email. I signed up but got no code. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoShot Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 6 hours ago, 3gunDQ said: I signed up but got no code. Same here, signed up 12 hours ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoyGlock Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 22 hours ago, Snowb1rd said: you guys are making it really hard not to grab a pair from SRS tactical lol. Whats the difference between the Pro and Pro-x? X is waterproofed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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