Nice information reviewing some current hearing protection.

[hso]

I especially appreciated the inclusion of attack times for electronic protection engaging as well as the derated protection (something we talk about from time to time).

Peltor Sport Tactical 500
Key features for shooting

• NRR: 26dB
• Derated NRR (OSHA): 9.5dB
• Sound Amplification: Yes
• Directional Sound: Yes
• Attack Time: 3-5ms
• Volume Limit: 85dB
• Weight: 0.93 lbs

Howard Leight Impact Sport Bolt
Key features for shooting

• NRR: 22dB
• Derated NRR (OSHA): 7.5dB
• Sound Amplification: Yes
• Directional Sound: Yes
• Attack Time: 0.5ms
• Volume Limit: 82dB
• Weight: 0.66 lbs

Act Fire Shooting Earmuffs
Key features for shooting

• NRR: 23dB
• Derated NRR (OSHA): 8dB
• Sound Amplification: Yes
• Directional Sound: Yes
• Attack Time: 20ms
• Volume Limit: 89dB
• Weight: 0.75 lbs

https://www.headphonesty.com/2021/02/best-hearing-protection-shooting/

 

[CapnMac]

Cool info--many thanks