Marcus Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 Been looking at ear defenders, seen quite a few Peltor ones, but there is quite a lot to choose from. Im not looking to spend a fortune, passive type and not electric etc. I have seen Peltor do a shotguner make, I presume these are slimline for shoorting. Would this make be ok to start with? Is there a better option? What would you suggest I look at as a good starting pair ? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windy Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 got a pair of the Deben slimline passive jobs. Pretty good, were about £12 iirc. Have to say, I'd like some active leccy ones, but dont want to spend a fortune. Deben now do some active ones for £50, but they arent slimline. Their slimline ones are £80-£90. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildgoose1uk Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 I bought the shotgunner ones but they are so good that I could not hear the siren on the range to stop shooting and also had problems hearing people speak. I decided to buy the Peltor sportac ones because of safety. Probably not so important in the field though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 .... but there is quite a lot to choose from..... What do you need them for, clay/game/paper.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexr Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 I really like the Pro 9's they are light and easy to use and fit in your pocket. The only problem is if you have a big head ( or hat ) they can fall apart, though they are easy to fix. I think they cost about £ 20 so they won't brake the bank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted June 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 What do you need them for, clay/game/paper.... Clays mainly, will only do a small amount of rough shooting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow Bear Posted June 25, 2009 Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 electrinics 15 quid ish at Aldi if they have any left :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windy Posted June 25, 2009 Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 electrinics 15 quid ish at Aldi if they have any left :blink: my local aint got em! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milligan Posted June 26, 2009 Report Share Posted June 26, 2009 Got the peltor shotgunner which I use for indoor range work as well. Slim enough to not get in the way of the cheekpiece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted June 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2009 Thanks for the input guys. I think I will go for the Peltor Shotgunner ones unless I can find any bargains on the bay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveH Posted June 26, 2009 Report Share Posted June 26, 2009 Ear defenders are a matter of personal preference - I started with Sonic 2 earplugs (uncomfortable and ears ringing at the end of a shoot), then tried Pro 9s (much better, but ears still ringing a bit) and finally settled on Peltor Shotgunners (no ringing in the ears, but ears get a bit warm and sweaty!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windy Posted June 27, 2009 Report Share Posted June 27, 2009 same here. will prolly upgrade my Deben passive muffs for their new budget active ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terry b Posted June 27, 2009 Report Share Posted June 27, 2009 pro 9s for me too but agree they sometimes fall apart if pulled to wide,they fit easily in the pocket or cart bag and do the job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chard Posted June 27, 2009 Report Share Posted June 27, 2009 (edited) I use these De Luxe Turbo Bitchmutha "Earplugs on a Rope" from Homebase They look a bit like these but they're better. Filthy cheap Peltor style ones are very effective but I can't stand having sweaty ears Edited June 27, 2009 by Chard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
utectok Posted June 28, 2009 Report Share Posted June 28, 2009 passive is fine for the range but you will need active ones for hunting IMHO so save up and get some active ones? I use sordin pro x waterproof and justabout indistructable but pricy ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marley29 Posted June 28, 2009 Report Share Posted June 28, 2009 I use the Pro 9's. They seem to do a good job after a long day's shooting Not tried any of the ear muff style as they are toooooo big!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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