Has anybody tried?

[Bloke]

Like the solar-operated ones from Browning etc? They seem a lot more expensive than the battery operated ones, but how long do the batteries really last in those, and can you use rechargeables? I am looking at getting some electronic ear defenders and while I don't mind spending money on good kit, I object to spending money on gimmicks that offer no real improvement, just a bigger price tag. I wear a hearing aid, which I obviously take out for shooting, but I am really struggling to hear voices etc now, and electronic ear defenders look like they might help.

 

any comments please?

[Beardo]

the batteries in my Howard Leights last for ages - i wore them all day today at Bisley and have been out in them a good few times - i'd estimate a pair of AAA last 30-50 hours

[Bloke]

the batteries in my Howard Leights last for ages - i wore them all day today at Bisley and have been out in them a good few times - i'd estimate a pair of AAA last 30-50 hours

 

 

Are those like these?:

http://www.jjkshootingsupplies.co.uk/produ...-db-green/1033/

[jollysp2]

the batteries in my Howard Leights last for ages - i wore them all day today at Bisley and have been out in them a good few times - i'd estimate a pair of AAA last 30-50 hours

 

 

Howard Leights Quote ''2 AAA batteries for a runtime of up to 350 hours.''

[Beardo]

same as the link Bloke.

 

i'd imagine they would run for that amount of time if you had them on the very lowest sound level. i tend to wear mine pretty loud so i can hear sparrows farting.

[vmaxphil]

my sportacs have had the same batterys in for a year now

[Bloke]

same as the link Bloke.

 

i'd imagine they would run for that amount of time if you had them on the very lowest sound level. i tend to wear mine pretty loud so i can hear sparrows farting.

 

 

Thanks for that kind sir, do you use/can you use rechargeable batteries? I think I would normally have them fairly loud. How well does the stereo system let you locate noise sources?

[Bloke]

my sportacs have had the same batterys in for a year now

 

Which model sportacs , I have found a couple that look different, maybe just older/newer versions of the same model, but I prefer something fairly slimline, as my ear is pretty close to the stock.

Edited April 15, 2010 by Bloke

[vmaxphil]

i thought there was only one type of peltor sporttac ?

[Bloke]

i thought there was only one type of peltor sporttac ?

 

sorry - dumba$$ reply , I had dropped on a us site, and they listed all th colour combinations and models as separate, so the different ear cup colours (orange/green, red/black) etc were on separate pages, but same item, my mistake!

[Beardo]

Thanks for that kind sir, do you use/can you use rechargeable batteries? I think I would normally have them fairly loud. How well does the stereo system let you locate noise sources?

 

works a treat - you can literally hear pigeon wings beating as they approach from behind.

[Bloke]

works a treat - you can literally hear pigeon wings beating as they approach from behind.

 

 

I think they are the ones for me then, I like the slim profile, and the extra cost for solar power will buy a shedload of batteries. Thanks for the advice Nick - after the old pension has been paid in this month I will go shopping and let you know how I get on. Thanks again, Ian G

[Beardo]

i'm sure you won't be disappointed, happy hunting

[utectok]

I shoot with sordin pro x waterproof any type of batt and 600 hrs batt life