Peltor Sport Ultimate 10 Earmuffs, 6/Case 97010-6C

Rather than just repeat all the positive reviews for this great hearing protector, I thought I'd take a different approach and give you my perspective on some of the specific negative things some reviewers have mentioned in previous reviews. I've owned the Peltor Ultimate 10 for over a month and have used it about a dozen times at indoor and outdoor ranges for 1.5 to 3 hours at a time. So here we go:"CAN'T ADJUST" - Nonsense! There is over 1 1/4" of vertical adjustment on each cup; plenty of adjustment for any size head."DIFFICULT TO ADJUST" - Yes, the adjustors are a bit snug but I see that as a big positive. I've had hearing protectors with adjustors that are too loose and they always seem to be out of adjustment. The Peltor adjustors stay right where you set them. Just pull or push with firm steady pressure to adjust."TOO TIGHT" - I've got a large head (size 7 3/4 or x-large) and yes the Peltor was snug at first. But if it's too tight for you, there's a simple fix. I just spread the hearing protector wide open several times and held it that way for a few seconds each time using a little more tension until the protector felt comfortably snug on my head. It just lightens the spring tension of the wires in the head band. I can now wear this hearing protector for 3 hours (probably more) with no discomfort at all. In fact, these are the most comfortable hearing protectors I've ever used."THE CUPS ARE TOO BIG" - Well, there's a trade-off here. The Peltor has one of the highest noise attenuation ratings. Sure they're a little bigger than some others but you get outstanding results and my hearing is worth having a little larger hearing protector. However, I should say that I don't find these overly large at all. The protectors which my shooting range provides are noticeably larger than the Peltor yet they are not as effective as the Peltor. Some reviewers have said the Peltor is too big for shooting rifles. I see people with rifles using the larger protectors at the shooting range all the time. It just depends on your priorities. It might be worth buying the slimmer electronic protectors if size really matters to you."THEY DON'T BLOCK OUT ALL THE SOUND" - They're not intended to block out all sound!!! They have an excellent noise reduction rating. I have found them to be better than any other set of protectors I have worn at the range. In fact, I used to have to wear foam plugs in addition to a hearing protector with cups while shooting indoors or outdoors. With the Peltor, I no longer wear the foam plugs outdoors and wear them only occasionally indoors, depending on what I and my neighbors are shooting."THEY FELL APART" - The set I received is well-made, sturdy, no rattles, no loose parts or foam, tight seams and joints. For the price and weight (only 10.1 ounces), I'm very happy with the build quality."THE FOAM PADS HAVE FLATTENED" - Mine haven't changed one bit with fairly heavy usage. Like I said before, these are the most comfortable I've ever had.No offense to anyone with conflicting ratings/comments. Just wanted to give my perspective on some of the issues raised by others regarding this hearing protector.I hope this review is helpful.

I have had these for 4 years. They are comfortable and I use them for shooting, chain sawing, and other activities that tend to be noisy. Sometimes, (like shooting) I use them in addition to foam ear plugs for maximum protection of my hearing. I would buy these again and recommend them to others.

Very nice pair of protectors. First time buying Peltor. Feels very confortable and compact. Have not shot with them yet.