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Reddit mentions of Howard Leight by Honeywell Leightning L0F Folding Ultraslim Shooting Earmuff (R-01523)
Sentiment score: 6
Reddit mentions: 11
We found 11 Reddit mentions of Howard Leight by Honeywell Leightning L0F Folding Ultraslim Shooting Earmuff (R-01523). Here are the top ones.
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Ultralight design (40 ounces) with ultraslim earcup for a more comfortable feel that won’t interfere with your shooting; convenient, folding feature collapses earmuff to just four inchesSuper-soft ear cushion eliminates "squeezing" sensation on head; snap-in feature allows for quick and easy cushion replacementHeadband features telescopic adjustment for custom fit, steel wire construction to withstand demanding use, and padded foam to minimize pressure on headEarcup features patented Air Flow Control technology to reduce sound across all frequencies without increasing earcup size or weight; 3 sound reduction levels to suit different shooting environmentsNoise Reduction Rating: 23
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 3.937 Inches |
| Length | 9.09447 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | One Size |
| Weight | 0.5070632026 Pounds |
| Width | 8.77951 Inches |
>Shot my AR15 an .357 revolver without ear protection and my hearing was basically gone and had ringing in my ears for hours.
...Why would you ever do this? You may want to go see a specialist because there is a very good chance that you're done some permanent damage
>best route to go for ear protection for a inside range and outside farm?
Doubling up is best but doing either will offer protection. The amount of protection depends on the rating for that particular product and if it's being used properly.
Example. This pair of over-ear protection is NRR 23 while This pair of in-ear protection is NRR 32 if used properly
Here's a website with information about NRR ratings.
I just went through this not too long ago, and ended up forgetting a whole bunch of stuff. What I eventually got was this cleaning kit, simple eye protection at wal-mart, earmuffs like these, and a range bag to put it all in.
I haven't used any of it longer than a month, but so far it works well.
It's a cost vs. gain thing, like most stuff in life. Do whatever works for you, obviously. That said, these are what I have: https://www.amazon.com/Howard-Leight-Leightning-Slimline-Earmuff/dp/B001BL04PS My gaming headset is bulkier, though they do look a bit strange what with the wire hinges.
Me personally, my anxiety is through the roof, and it's worth looking weird to eliminate a source of stress.
Just about any cheap foam earplugs work just fine, as long as you use them properly. If you're shooting real barn-burner magnums at an indoor range, you might want to get a pair of muffs and put them on over the ear plugs. I have a set of basic Howard Leight muffs, and they work ok and were only $20, but I don't know how they stack up versus other brands.
Edit: This is actually the set of muffs I have. Might want a bit more noise reduction than they provide.
I actually just ordered these yesterday...the ones you posted look awesome though. And for that price, wow.
This is going to sound weird, but bear with me.
I shoot guns and I started using my ear protection when meditating when the house is loud and I can't go outside. I use these--they're light, comfortable, and isolate ambient noise incredibly well, so they work like a charm for meditation. For less than $20 US, they might be a worthwhile investment if you're going to be meditating in a shared space.
I bought a big bulk pack of Stanley in-ear foam earplugs and follow up with a pair of Howard Leight ultra lightweight compact folding earmuffs. The foam earplugs are cheap enough that I don't care if I lose them, and the Howard Leight earmuffs are small enough to fit 2-3 of them in my range bag easily in case I have friends come along.
I like the comfort of the setup as it offers a good double layer of protection, yet the Howard Leight earmuffs aren't in the way when I fire a rifle. I also wear them with eye protection no problem.
I use those paired with these:
http://www.amazon.com/Howard-Leight-R-01523-Leightning-Lightweight/dp/B001BL04PS/ref=pd_cp_hi_3
May be overkill, but not inconvenient in the least. I also wear latex gloves to change my oil, so maybe I'm just a little more paranoid that most.
Yeah, I figured it was ok to be little paranoid when it comes to protecting one of my five senses. I probably won't be buying the Pros (I don't have that kind of money to spend on one part of my kit. I mean they all protect the same, right?), so I'm probably gonna buy these instead.
I have those Impact Sports and they're pretty good. I like them for going to the range with a friend, as it lets me hear what they're saying even if I've doubled up with earplugs under the earmuffs. They're also good if I'm taking someone new, I let them use the electronic ones so they can hear me a little better.
But if I'm going by myself I'll use a pretty basic set of non-electronic Howard Leight "Leightning" earmuffs. They just fit my head a little better than the Impact Sports, the cup forms a better seal on the area right underneath my ear.
I use this shotgun case for my Maverick 88 with the 28" barrel, works just fine. I'd only bother with a nice hard case if I traveled with it (like on an airplane) and if my shotgun was a lot more valuable.
Take these with these and make a DIY