Q. Which are the thinnest most compact electronic muffs for trap and skeet shooting?
A. There are a few really good, slim, low-profile shooting ear muffs to consider. Of course, the "best" is always relative -- are you looking for the best quality money can buy, the most popular model, or the most recent design? Here are our best suggestions for a thin, compact electronic shooting earmuff.
Top-Notch Quality
The Pro Ears Stalker has a chopped ear cup that helps keep the muff from bumping the stock, so I would suggest these if you are looking for a high quality electronic muff. The price tag might be prohibitive, however, depending on your budget.
Popularity
Though the electronics are not as good, and there is no balance adjustment from ear to ear as with the Pro Ears, the Bilsom Impact Sport is one of the most popular electronic shooting muffs in the world, and with good reason. The build is top quality, the ear cups are nice and slim, the headband is metal reinforced for long life, and the price is remarkable.
New Design
I also like the Walker XPMB, their newest muffs, though I have not yet used them myself (I use Pro Ears), Walker has excellent products in every way and they have been updating their line more frequently than have their competitors, so you will not go wrong there.
What about non-electronic ear muffs?
If you prefer a passive muff, I would say choose a low NRR because high NRR means fat ear cups. Pick one with a wire, rather than plastic headband, and stay with Howard Leight/Bilsom, 3M Peltor, or Moldex brands and you will find what you are looking for.
Until next time, be safe and do the right thing.
Tom Bergman, Vice President
Ear Plug Superstore
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