WHY I WEAR TWO SETS OF HEARING PROTECTION | NOIR S6 SHORTS

Published on August 7, 2017
Duration: 1:25

Colion Noir, an expert firearms instructor, details the critical importance of wearing dual hearing protection when shooting rifles. He explains how rifle stock placement can compromise the seal of over-the-ear muffs and advocates for electronic in-ear protection. Noir emphasizes that even suppressed firearms produce dangerous noise levels, and personal experience with tinnitus underscores his protective approach to hearing health.

Quick Summary

Expert firearms instructor Colion Noir stresses the importance of dual hearing protection for rifles, explaining how rifle stocks can break the seal of over-the-ear muffs. He advocates for electronic in-ear protection and warns that even suppressed firearms produce dangerous sonic cracks, highlighting the risk of tinnitus from cumulative noise exposure.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Why Dual Hearing Protection
  2. 00:15Rifle Stock Interference
  3. 00:22Electronic In-Ear Features
  4. 00:38Suppressed Shooting & Sonic Crack
  5. 00:48Tinnitus Awareness

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it important to wear two sets of hearing protection when shooting rifles?

Wearing two sets of hearing protection, like in-ear and over-the-ear, is crucial for rifles because the rifle's stock can break the seal of over-the-ear muffs during aiming, compromising protection. This dual approach ensures a more complete sound barrier against potentially damaging noise levels.

Can suppressed firearms still damage hearing?

Yes, even suppressed firearms can damage hearing. While suppressors reduce the overall noise, the 'sonic crack' of the bullet breaking the sound barrier remains loud enough to cause permanent hearing damage without adequate protection.

What are the benefits of electronic in-ear hearing protection?

Electronic in-ear hearing protection offers adjustable volume control and can even magnify ambient sounds, allowing shooters to hear range commands or conversations while still being protected from harmful impulse noises. They are typically powered by small hearing aid batteries.

What is tinnitus and how does it relate to shooting?

Tinnitus is a condition causing ringing or buzzing in the ears, often a result of prolonged exposure to loud noises like gunfire. Expert shooters like Colion Noir emphasize consistent hearing protection to prevent developing this irreversible condition.

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