Peltor H6A/V Optime Noise Reduction Earmuff

by Peltor

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Peltor Optime 95 earmuff is recommended for very high noise level environments. Safe, comfortable and economical for all day protection. Note, this is the over the head model.

Product Description

Peltor Optime 95 Over-the-Head Earmuff Beige H6A/V

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 8 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0017YGE8A
• Item model number: H6A/V
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #836 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #8 in Sports & Outdoors > Hunting & Fishing > Hunting > Eyewear & Hearing Protection > Earmuffs
  • #9 in Sports & Outdoors > Hunting & Fishing > Tactical & Duty > Protective Body Equipment

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

69 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Balances Protection, Comfort, Affordability, Mobility, June 11, 2010

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E. Mercado - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Peltor H6A/V Optime Noise Reduction Earmuff (Tools & Home Improvement)

I work as an aircraft mechanic in a high-operations tempo environment... meaning I do a lot of running around, a lot of tumbling around, and get a lot of jets fixed to do a lot of flying. I've used numerous other forms of hearing protection: Peltor Shotgunners, Peltor H10 Optime, Bilsom Thunder, from what I can recall.

I'll go over the various qualities of this product:

-Slim design
Not quite as slim as the Shotgunners, but definitely not as obstructive as the H10 Optime or Bilsom Thunder. For my line of work this is very nice, as we often work in tight spaces in or around the jets. Also, when running/tumbling around they aren't as prone to wriggle off your head.

-Comfort
These offer a decent amount of comfort. They only started to get painful to wear after about three hours. They don't get to being uncomfortable/annoying until about an hour. The H10 Optime and Thunder has slightly more padding, but because they are bigger and heavier it makes them less comfortable overall to wear and gets irritating to wear very quickly... a general consensus among my workmates who vary by height, build, headshapes, earshapes etc. The Shotgunners have minimal padding... which is a key part of their slim design. Needless to say they aren't very comfortable either.

-Affordable
Less pricey compared to the Shotgunners, H10 Optime or Thunder. Yet this doesn't sacrifice much (if at all) in build quality or protection.

-Protection
These offer slightly more protection than the Shotgunners, but not as much as the H10 Optime or Thunder. The difference is noticeable, but for an industrial area where jet engines reach over 100 dB, the protection is good. For this type of environment the Shotgunners provide an acceptable amount of protection.

-Rugged
I typically see Shotgunners last 6-12 months (they're not meant for this type of work environment anyway). The H10 Optime and Thunder are fairly rugged, but I think they last as long as they do because most of my people try not to wear them unless they really need to. My H6 Optime has lasted me four years, and was a hand-me-down. While they aren't meant to be tossed about or otherwise abused, I'm pleasantly surprised they lasted in my work environment. For folks who work as car mechanics, in woodshops, or otherwise low-operations tempo environments (where you aren't running around like a madman trying to get things done) these will last you at least twice as long.

34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for kids who are sensitive to loud noises!, November 9, 2009

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T. Smith (Brandon, MS United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Peltor H6A/V Optime Noise Reduction Earmuff (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought these for my 7 year old daughter who is very sensitive to loud noises for a trip to Disney World. The fireworks, shows, and some rides are very loud at the various parks. My daughter had a much more enjoyable trip and the ear muffs gave her the confidence to try things that she would otherwise not have done. The muffs are adjustable where the ear muff connects to the head band and can fit anyone from an infant to a small adult. The Disney trip alone made this purchase worthwhile, but we will continue to use these for a variety of activities for a long time to come.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet earmuffs!, February 3, 2010

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S. Kruse (Reno, Nv) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Peltor H6A/V Optime Noise Reduction Earmuff (Tools & Home Improvement)

First, contrary to what some have said in their reviews, these ARE ADJUSTABLE. You have to grab the black piece that attaches the earpiece to the band, and with you other hand pull the wire attached to the black piece. Now as for noise blocking these things are awesome for the price. They work really well, and I would highly recommend them if you are looking for inexpensive hearing protection.