Calgary Newbie looking for advice on optimum eye and hearing protection combination.

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ndabrens

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Hi all,

New to indoor handgun shooting in Calgary and just got my PAL number, (waiting for card), ordered a new SIG 226 9mm and a .22LR conversion kit at the same time from Questar. I am looking for advice on the optimum eye and hearing protection combo (don't mind spending some bucks to get effective protection) as my hearing, at 54, is already compromised.

Also looking to get some courses, coaching or mentoring for proper shooting techniques for target practice. And, of course, looking for some shooting galleries in the NW or NE that will not cost too much.

Lastly, should I consider buying bulk 9mm ammo (4k rounds) from BDX to keep my costs down? Anyone want to split a pick-up order?

Thanks in advance for the great advice I know will be forthcoming!
 
Welcome to the addictive sport of handgun shooting!

For indoor range use I strongly recommend double hearing protection. This means soft foam (or similar) ear plugs and a pair of high quality ear muffs. I use Peltor 30 db, about as effective as can be, and I am very pleased. I also shoot most of the time (well living in Saskatchewan means at least six months a year) in an indoor range (RCMP Depot) and the combination (obligatory at the Depot by the way) is effective while you can still hear range commands. Some prefer electronic ear muffs but I have not found one that gives me the comfort and noise suppression of the ones I am using now.

For eye protection, it all depends whether you use prescription glasses or not. If not, I would recommend Dillon polycarbonate shooting glasses (you can order from their web site) or any of the quality shooting glasses available at gun stores. I recommend the Dillon because I use them and they will stop 12 gauge pellets!

My standard duty pistol for matches has been Sig P226 in 9mm for over 15 years. You made an excellent purchase. As for ammo, last time I bought loaded ammo was five or six years ago, I reload and depending how much you shoot in a year, you may consider it too. I have used BDX ammo, it's O.K. and don't be dismayed or alarmed if you see primer cratering, BDX must be using some really fast powder but it's normal.

Good luck and enjoy.
 
Good advice. We have a new gallery here called The Shooting Gallery to compete with TSE so I will try to give them my business on the accessories if they carry Peltor and Dillon. they are just starting to get stocked up. Thanks much.

Nick
 
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