Hearing protection for children
- Thread starter Hino895
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Decibel reduction is the politically correct choice. Earmuffs are most comfortable for me but they are hot in the summer time and don't work well with rifle stocks. Ear plugs are the least comfortable for me but work well. Maybe start out with some earplugs first and work it out from there.
suppressors would make a good investment, and put them on your trust
The highest noise reduction earmuffs that fit his ears and his head that you can find.
It saddens me to see young children come to the range with their parents, with ill-fitting little foam plugs in their ears, and the parent is fitted with secure over-ear cups.
Their ears are more important than yours.
Buy better ear protection for your grandson than you have for yourself.
It saddens me to see young children come to the range with their parents, with ill-fitting little foam plugs in their ears, and the parent is fitted with secure over-ear cups.
Their ears are more important than yours.
Buy better ear protection for your grandson than you have for yourself.
Fast14riot
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Man, I swear my kids are deaf the way they don't listen to anything I say! Lol!
Muffs are the easiest for youg kids. Ask if he has any ear bud head phones, he can wear those under a set of muffs for an extra layer of protection and he's probably used to those. I do not endorse audio ear buds as a stand alone source of hearing protection for shooting, but can and do add an extra layer of protection.
Muffs are the easiest for youg kids. Ask if he has any ear bud head phones, he can wear those under a set of muffs for an extra layer of protection and he's probably used to those. I do not endorse audio ear buds as a stand alone source of hearing protection for shooting, but can and do add an extra layer of protection.
dryhumor
When an old man dies, a library is lost forever...
Foam plugs have the highest reduction rating, when inserted properly. That involves a a slight upward tug of the ear from the off side arm over the head as the compressed foam plug is inserted. 32-33 decibel reduction. Most muffs are less. Foam plugs and muffs together don’t add the two reduction values, but they do increase the values.
As someone who has tinnitus 24/7, take the best route; not the easy route. When young, in a quiet room, I could hear a watch ticking on a dresser 4-5 feet away. Those days are long gone, replaced by the sound of crickets on a summer night. A lot of crickets…
As someone who has tinnitus 24/7, take the best route; not the easy route. When young, in a quiet room, I could hear a watch ticking on a dresser 4-5 feet away. Those days are long gone, replaced by the sound of crickets on a summer night. A lot of crickets…
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From our Daily Bulletin in 2021. Prices may have changed, but most of these products are still available:
Here’s a product we’re pleased to see on the market. Walker’s, a major supplier of hearing protection for shooters, offers smaller-sized NRR 23 ear muffs specifically designed for small children from six months to eight years of age. Walker’s basic Kid’s Folding Muffs provide protection for children against dangerous loud noises. The muffs are designed to fit smaller heads properly, and protect the sensitive hearing of youngsters. Priced under $15.00 on Amazon, these are very affordable so there’s no excuse not to protect your childrens’ hearing.
The adjustable headband on these muffs is designed for the smaller heads of kids up to age 8. These Kids’ Folding Muffs have a 23 NRR noise reduction rating. We wish that were at least 25 NRR, but this can be supplemented with foam plugs for extra protection (plugs under the muffs). The important thing is that these muffs are sized right for youngsters and fit properly (for a good sound-seal). Walker’s Kids’ Folding Muffs start at $14.99 MSRP and come in seven color choices: Coral, Highlighter Yellow, NEXT Camo, Blue, Green, Orange, and Pink. (Other colors are offered on Amazon including Purple and Black.)
In addition, Walker’s has a new series of Youth and Infant Muffs, designed expressly for smaller kids. These fit the smaller heads of youngsters and have comfortable padding so the young ones will tolerate them for longer periods. There is an Infant Muff for children 0-2 years, and a larger Youth Muff for kids 3-7 years. CLICK HERE for Product Info.
Baby BANZ for Children 0-2 Years
Parents of very young infants should consider Baby BANZ Muffs, which are designed for infants 0-2 years. These small-sized muffs can protect toddlers’ hearing during rock concerts, when loud machinery is running, during fireworks displays, or other noisy activities. With an impressive NRR 31 dB rating, these really work for tiny tots and toddlers.
One mother reports: “I bought these for my two-month old and they work great! He’s never fought us putting them on. He’s now falling asleep with them. He’s slept through a demolition derby and a rowdy wedding reception. I’m ordering another pair for my nephew.”
Here’s a product we’re pleased to see on the market. Walker’s, a major supplier of hearing protection for shooters, offers smaller-sized NRR 23 ear muffs specifically designed for small children from six months to eight years of age. Walker’s basic Kid’s Folding Muffs provide protection for children against dangerous loud noises. The muffs are designed to fit smaller heads properly, and protect the sensitive hearing of youngsters. Priced under $15.00 on Amazon, these are very affordable so there’s no excuse not to protect your childrens’ hearing.
The adjustable headband on these muffs is designed for the smaller heads of kids up to age 8. These Kids’ Folding Muffs have a 23 NRR noise reduction rating. We wish that were at least 25 NRR, but this can be supplemented with foam plugs for extra protection (plugs under the muffs). The important thing is that these muffs are sized right for youngsters and fit properly (for a good sound-seal). Walker’s Kids’ Folding Muffs start at $14.99 MSRP and come in seven color choices: Coral, Highlighter Yellow, NEXT Camo, Blue, Green, Orange, and Pink. (Other colors are offered on Amazon including Purple and Black.)
In addition, Walker’s has a new series of Youth and Infant Muffs, designed expressly for smaller kids. These fit the smaller heads of youngsters and have comfortable padding so the young ones will tolerate them for longer periods. There is an Infant Muff for children 0-2 years, and a larger Youth Muff for kids 3-7 years. CLICK HERE for Product Info.
Baby BANZ for Children 0-2 Years
Parents of very young infants should consider Baby BANZ Muffs, which are designed for infants 0-2 years. These small-sized muffs can protect toddlers’ hearing during rock concerts, when loud machinery is running, during fireworks displays, or other noisy activities. With an impressive NRR 31 dB rating, these really work for tiny tots and toddlers.One mother reports: “I bought these for my two-month old and they work great! He’s never fought us putting them on. He’s now falling asleep with them. He’s slept through a demolition derby and a rowdy wedding reception. I’m ordering another pair for my nephew.”
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Double up with foamies and electronic muffs. And make them mow enough lawns to buy you a can
PhilC
Silver $$ Contributor
A tinnitus sufferer for over 40yrs from aircraft and high frequency electronic noise during my USAF career - there's no such thing as a quiet night or day.
I also use foam plugs, far better for me than muffs which always get in my way at the bench. Only complaint with plugs is same as Fuj, hearing commands from match director, but I work around that.
I also use foam plugs, far better for me than muffs which always get in my way at the bench. Only complaint with plugs is same as Fuj, hearing commands from match director, but I work around that.
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The ear muff recommended above are a starting point, and not silly little headset they use to play games on computer. Remember children’s hearing is very good and as such extremely sensitive to any loud noise. As mentioned above Suppressors make a huge difference. shooting outdoor instead of indoor rampage makes a difference.
When I take out young children it is strictly a 22lr unless we are using suppressors… this goes for pistols & rifles.
Unless you are shooting on private property, you can’t control what other people might be shooting around you. I’ve lost enough hearing over the years that relying on what I find acceptable noise level will cause harm to child’s hearing. It’s best to ask them and have them decide on what is okay for them.
When my son comes shooting I recognize in advance that 50/50 that we will actually stay to shoot depending upon who else is at range and what they’re shooting. Drive to range and park in area that we’ll be shooting and sit in the car for a few minutes listening to what is being fired. I look at my son and ask him what he thinks… too loud or good to shoot. If it’s too loud we go have pancake breakfast or grab a burger… still a nice trip out.
When I take out young children it is strictly a 22lr unless we are using suppressors… this goes for pistols & rifles.
Unless you are shooting on private property, you can’t control what other people might be shooting around you. I’ve lost enough hearing over the years that relying on what I find acceptable noise level will cause harm to child’s hearing. It’s best to ask them and have them decide on what is okay for them.
When my son comes shooting I recognize in advance that 50/50 that we will actually stay to shoot depending upon who else is at range and what they’re shooting. Drive to range and park in area that we’ll be shooting and sit in the car for a few minutes listening to what is being fired. I look at my son and ask him what he thinks… too loud or good to shoot. If it’s too loud we go have pancake breakfast or grab a burger… still a nice trip out.
SSL
Gold $$ Contributor
Adults get along far better with foam plugs than kids do. Adults know what to feel for and how to fit plugs. Kids are clueless and usually fidget with them nonstop. There are countless over-the-head models out there with a slimline design that also have good reduction values. They are comfortable and pretty much foolproof. I've never understood the complaint about them being hard to use with a rifle. Yes, there are a lot of overly bulky sets...just don't buy them.
Emmett Dibble
Gold $$ Contributor
As someone who has narrow ear canals foam plugs are almost impossible and too damn annoying. I use the silicone Christmas tree looking type because I can get them fullly inserted.
I shoot a lot of HP and serveral of the guys use silicone ear wax plugs. They come in a little container and look like a dollop of playdough. They are for swimming. They claim really good decibel reduction.
I don’t know if they make kid sizes but I like the behind the head muffs like for shotguns.
As a dad who has taken his son and his friends to the range many times… they shouldn’t be going to “watch you shoot”. You need to bring equipment and have them shoot. Kids get bored easily and not a good thing at a gun range.
Besides, it makes great grandpa/grandson memories.
Enjoy him!
I shoot a lot of HP and serveral of the guys use silicone ear wax plugs. They come in a little container and look like a dollop of playdough. They are for swimming. They claim really good decibel reduction.
I don’t know if they make kid sizes but I like the behind the head muffs like for shotguns.
As a dad who has taken his son and his friends to the range many times… they shouldn’t be going to “watch you shoot”. You need to bring equipment and have them shoot. Kids get bored easily and not a good thing at a gun range.
Besides, it makes great grandpa/grandson memories.
Enjoy him!
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