September 30, 2017, 05:04 PM | #1 |
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I just purchased a Decible Defense Ear Muffs(?) rated as follows;
The NRR is 37 dB & OSHA approved at 34 Decibles & the level of the noise entering the ear is approximately 63 dB. What, in plain English, does this mean to me when I'm at the range firing my guns be it Semis or Revolvers??
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September 30, 2017, 06:36 PM | #2 |
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Noise reduction rating ... 37 is high, really high. Typically I see 34,35 as high end. Indoors used plugs and muffs. Tinnitus is easy to get.
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September 30, 2017, 07:23 PM | #3 |
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You may/probably have to remove the muffs when the range goes cold so you can hear normal conversation and you won't be yelling at other shooters there.
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September 30, 2017, 09:25 PM | #4 |
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They look great! Very quiet. Might not be the best when talking to others at the range!
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October 2, 2017, 09:28 AM | #6 |
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That's my plan. Electronic and plugs. I can hear conversations and have good protection.
The arguments against plugs is that you still get bone conduction of noise. Electronics alone - might be some sound leakage in the microseconds before they kick in. I can't detect it but that doesn't mean anything. Both together work well.
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Thanks everyone. I hoped that more of of the more great shooters would have spoken
out validating the value of a few $$$ more so you'd keep your hearing better
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