Electronic Headsets vs. Passive Earmuffs

Now that you know the importance of hearing protection, we are here to help you select the right one for you. Both Electronic Headsets and classic earmuffs have advantages and disadvantages.

Earmuffs offer comfort without any direct pressure inside the ear canal. The three common designs of earmuffs are the standard over-the-head, cap-mounted and behind-the-neck. The cap-mounted earmuffs are design to mount directly to most hard hats that have side-accessory slots. Behind-the-neck style can also be used while wearing headwear and are often preferred among shooters. Some advantages of classic earmuffs are they're less expensive than electronic headsets and they tend to have a slightly higher NRR.

Electronic Earmuffs provide the same protection as standard earmuffs but also offer other advanced features. These headsets allow you to protect your hearing from loud noises while still being able to listen to low sound levels such as conversations. Others features besides distort free amplification can include audio jacks, automatic shut offs and volume controls. Electronic headsets are available in multiple models like traditional earmuffs but are more expensive and often require batteries.

Safety Glasses for Shooting

Shooting safety glasses are available in a variety of styles and protection level. The most common are ANSI approved shooting safety glasses. These are designed from shatterproof polycarbonate lens which provide 99.9% UV protection.

Ballistic glasses are also popular for shooters. Ballistic rated safety glasses protect against impact energies 4x higher than ANSI and CSA safety standards. These shooting glasses are common for the military and law enforcement.