chp5 Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 I'm looking for low profile electronic muffs that (1) don't get moved when I get a cheek weld on a long arm, and (2) don't cost an arm-and-a-leg. The prices in this area run from $50 - $350 Any good experiences? Here are some I'm considering: Caldwell Emax lo pro Howard Leight Impact lo pro Peltor Tactical 6 The Peltor is the only name I recognize - but they look the fattest below the ear - where it can hit the stock. Thanks for you thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxshooter Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 (edited) I'm looking for low profile electronic muffs that (1) don't get moved when I get a cheek weld on a long arm, and (2) don't cost an arm-and-a-leg.The prices in this area run from $50 - $350 Any good experiences? Here are some I'm considering: Caldwell Emax lo pro Howard Leight Impact lo pro Peltor Tactical 6 The Peltor is the only name I recognize - but they look the fattest below the ear - where it can hit the stock. I have a pair of MSA Sordin that i really like. They are more confortable than all the others I have used over the years. Volume controls and battery life are very good. Thanks for you thoughts. Edited January 11, 2009 by Jaxshooter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chills1994 Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 (edited) I have the Peltor Tacticals (whatever number?). Maybe it's just me and my cheekweld but the strong side "muff" still hits the stock. I just switch out to ear plugs only (the cheap foam ones with the plastic cord connecting the two) for shooting the long guns. That plastic cord is just long enough to tie them around my neck when I am not shooting or between shooters shooting the stage. Edited January 11, 2009 by Chills1994 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbullgpd Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 I like my peltor's, they dont get in my way. Been usin'em for yrs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warpspeed Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 (edited) I'm looking for low profile electronic muffs that (1) don't get moved when I get a cheek weld on a long arm, and (2) don't cost an arm-and-a-leg.The prices in this area run from $50 - $350 Any good experiences? Here are some I'm considering: Caldwell Emax lo pro Howard Leight Impact lo pro Peltor Tactical 6 The Peltor is the only name I recognize - but they look the fattest below the ear - where it can hit the stock. Thanks for you thoughts. I use the Peltors. In fact, my second pair as my first set were stolen . I liked them so well I replaced them . Midway has them on sale from time to time. Botach has them at a great price ( $ 55 ) but they do not have the best rep for CS. ( use at your own risk ) I had the same problem you escibe with them hitting teh stock. Esp shooting trap. What I did was flip them over. Peltor sells a non electronic pair called The Shotgunner. It is designed to not interfere with the stock. I You can take the 6S and flip it over the same way. For the price, I'd be tempted to get the Caldwell ones. Worst case, they get thrown in the range bag as a spare or for a guest. Edited January 11, 2009 by warpspeed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chp5 Posted January 11, 2009 Author Share Posted January 11, 2009 I had the same problem you escibe with them hitting teh stock. Esp shooting trap. What I did was flip them over. Yep - it seems that the Peltor T6 is made upside down - the fat part is at the bottom. The Caldwell seems to have a better shape to help avoid hitting the stock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nik Habicht Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 Cy, it's not a direct answer --- but whenever I'm shooting long guns on stages that require something other than a perfect upright stance somewhere, I put plugs in under my muffs. It's simply too easy for me to break the seal of muffs when shooting a long gun to take the chance on damaging my hearing.... When shooting handguns it's typically only on prone or Cooper tunnel stages that I plug up.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warpspeed Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 I had the same problem you escibe with them hitting teh stock. Esp shooting trap. What I did was flip them over. Yep - it seems that the Peltor T6 is made upside down - the fat part is at the bottom. The Caldwell seems to have a better shape to help avoid hitting the stock. They just unclip and flip over. Takes 2 min. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chp5 Posted January 11, 2009 Author Share Posted January 11, 2009 whenever I'm shooting long guns on stages that require something other than a perfect upright stance somewhere, I put plugs in under my muffs. Good advice Nik - I do the same thing. Warpspeed - good to know the T6 can be changed - that's the way they should be. For the price - I just bought the Caldwell. I have a rifle class in Feb and want something that I can hear people talking with and still keep my ears warm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike early Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Had the same problem with my benchrest guns ..... flipped the right muff on the Peltor Tactical over and it seems to work a lot better now..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elynch2007 Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 (edited) Look for any of the sporting clays models. I use the ProEars Dem. 2 SP (sporting clays). They are made for shotgun shooters. For rifle shooting, sometimes I still use soft plugs and the ProEars over the top and the same while RO ing rifle. Edited January 14, 2009 by elynch2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esskay Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I use the universally acclaimed Sordins, and they are great. However, I did pick up a pair of Howard Leights as a spare/loaner because a local shop had them cheap on special. I found that while "low profile" in the sense that the ear muffs are relatively thin when viewed from head on, the footprint of the muffs (i.e. the foam ring resting on your head) actually felt quite large to me and interfered with my cheek weld when tested with an LMT SOPMOD stock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jadeslade Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I've been using some Silencio thin profile, non-electronic, with foam ear double plugging. It's not electronic, but really muffles and are extremely light, and they do not bother cheek weld.. They do not let you hear much, but you can hear the beep. They are 15 dollars and you can still get some Peltor 7s Tactical for electronic use when you are not shooting. They are not that bulky or that expensive. The best are Pro-Ears Dimension 2 (so you can listen to Mozart when not shooting), with the cutouts at the bottom-they are only a small house payment. They are really good on planes, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinMike Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I got a set of the Howard Leigh muffs from Midway on sale. I like the way they fit and the amplification of voices works well, better than a Caldwell set I have. They feel light and don't squeeze my head as tight as others I've tried. The noise muffling is OK for me shooting Production, but they don't block out near enough if you're hanging around Open shooters. I had to put in supplemental ear plugs to RO the guys with those loud contraptions. They work better for rifle/shotgun than bulkier models, but I still just go to my custom plugs if I'm shooting 3-gun or whatever. It's just easier to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chp5 Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 I bought the Caldwells and have used them twice. Good low profile design. I like them and will buy a spare set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yuthh Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 i like peltor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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