WRTT642 Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 Just got these ear pros with the walkie-talkie attached to them. These things are pretty cool. One of my other hobbies that I partake in a lot is guns and shooting and wanted to get some ear pro that didnt break the bank, so I grabbed these at Sportsman. Little did I know that these radios/ear pro not only communicate with each other, but they also transmit to FRS/GMRS radios! I know, I'm slow lol. But these are pretty cool. I was able to transmit to a Baofeng GMRS radio with no issue and the audio is really clear. Seeing as I only have one pair, I have not been able to talk to another person with this ear pro (I know I need friends lol), but man these things are cool. Would for sure recommend them to anyone who needs hearing protection while talking with others. I know there are ways to connect your radios to these different types of ear pros, but I like this setup so much more. It is much cleaner with very little in the way and no wires hanging down. They are marketed as FRS so the power on them isnt going to get you across town, thats for sure, and you can not program them as far as I see, but it is nice for short range comms with friends and family. They are FRS so really anyone can use them. This radio also has sub-channels that can be selected to only receive transmissions from other radios set to the same channel and sub-channel (which I think you can only do with other Walkers, still playing around with them) and they also have PRI or priority channel set-up which I think is pretty cool too. I have not tried out the VOX feature yet, but I think that might be better used for individuals who both have this same set up. Anyone else out there have these or tried them out? I like them so far and I am going to take them to my ham club at the school and show the kids, I think they will get a kick out of them. I paid probably about $70 for them, which isnt bad for what they do. Would love to hear others input on them. PRadio and WRXB215 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveShannon Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 The “sub-channels” are achieved by using CTCSS tones or DCS codes. Those are fairly standardized so you should be able to use them with any other FRS or GMRS radio. Just bear in mind that anyone listening without tones or codes set will be able to hear your conversations. It’s not secure. Nor will the 2 watts instead of 5 watts make a huge difference. The thing you can’t do is communicate through a repeater. WRYZ926, WRTT642, Jle7784 and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRYZ926 Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 I looked into getting one of those for my Razors. Two things stopped me from buying it. One, it is only FRS and Two the mic won't work for left handed shooters. amaff, WRTT642 and RayDiddio 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRTT642 Posted October 16 Author Report Share Posted October 16 30 minutes ago, WRYZ926 said: I looked into getting one of those for my Razors. Two things stopped me from buying it. One, it is only FRS and Two the mic won't work for left handed shooters. I get the left handed shooter part. I mean being wrong handed must suck, but the FRS part isnt too bad. You can get the razors and hook up your own comms and it shouldnt be a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRYZ926 Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 7 hours ago, WRTT642 said: I get the left handed shooter part. I mean being wrong handed must suck, but the FRS part isnt too bad. You can get the razors and hook up your own comms and it shouldnt be a problem. I didn't care for a boom mic that is only held on by velcro. That is the only thing I could find where I could put the boom mic on the right side. I ended up buying a headset designed from the get go for active ear protection and coms. Plus I can hook up any HT I want to and am not stuck with just FRS. Nothing wrong with the Walker FRS radio and Razor head set if that suits your needs. The setup definitely works if one is okay with FRS only and having the boom mic on the left side. RayDiddio and WRTT642 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRXB215 Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 @WRTT642 Those are cool. I'd like to get a pair some day but I have other purchases that are ahead of that for now. WRTT642 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRYZ926 Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 I can say that the Razor ear muffs work well. I use them all of the time for pistol and shotgun shooting. They do tend to get in the way when using rifles with raised cheek rests. I can hear people talking just fine and they are quick to block out loud noises. RayDiddio 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayDiddio Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 5 minutes ago, WRYZ926 said: I can say that the Razor ear muffs work well. I use them all of the time for pistol and shotgun shooting. They do tend to get in the way when using rifles with raised cheek rests. I can hear people talking just fine and they are quick to block out loud noises. Are they really comfortable shooting trap and sporting clays and hunting? I am an avid shotgun shooter. My most preferred firearm is my trusty Remington 870 which I use for everything shotgun, multiple barrels and extended tubes. Even have it setup for scope during turkey and deer seasons. The headset seems a little on the bulky side for this application, so hoping to be wrong here. WRTT642 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRYZ926 Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 52 minutes ago, RayDiddio said: Are they really comfortable shooting trap and sporting clays and hunting? I am an avid shotgun shooter. My most preferred firearm is my trusty Remington 870 which I use for everything shotgun, multiple barrels and extended tubes. Even have it setup for scope during turkey and deer seasons. The headset seems a little on the bulky side for this application, so hoping to be wrong here. They are for me. Any type of over the ear muffs are going to work fine with stock that have a lower comb height. I usually wear my Razors when shooting my Mossberg 500 without any problems. Think more of a chin weld versus a cheek weld. I use in the ear electron hearing protection when shooting rifles since most of my rifle stocks have adjustable cheek rests. To stay on subject. I can definitely see where the Walker FRS radios would work well for groups using the Razors. You are just limited on options versus using coms headsets that you can hook up to any hand held radio. I normally use my unlocked Wouxun KG-Q10H with my headset. RayDiddio 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayDiddio Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 30 minutes ago, WRYZ926 said: They are for me. Any type of over the ear muffs are going to work fine with stock that have a lower comb height. I usually wear my Razors when shooting my Mossberg 500 without any problems. Think more of a chin weld versus a cheek weld. I use in the ear electron hearing protection when shooting rifles since most of my rifle stocks have adjustable cheek rests. To stay on subject. I can definitely see where the Walker FRS radios would work well for groups using the Razors. You are just limited on options versus using coms headsets that you can hook up to any hand held radio. I normally use my unlocked Wouxun KG-Q10H with my headset. Thank you. I was looking at these for awhile and then stopped. I should just go try a pair on. I have the factory stock on my 870 still because it was comfortable enough when I put a better butt on it. I agree on the advantages of being able to use any HT you desire. I shoot ambidextrous as well so the option to switch sides would be sweet. The FRS side might be really nice for off-road groups and maybe even hunting parties during a a drive or something. I can see value in these in a bunch of scenarios. Kids would love them, too, I am sure. Keep them busy for hours at camp, heh. I guess I need to start looking into these again because I can't stand earplugs. WRTT642 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRTT642 Posted October 19 Author Report Share Posted October 19 On 10/16/2024 at 5:39 AM, WRXB215 said: @WRTT642 Those are cool. I'd like to get a pair some day but I have other purchases that are ahead of that for now. The total cost of both the ear pro and the walkie was about 70 bucks, not too bad considering what they are, but do understand wanting to get other things first. RayDiddio 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRTT642 Posted October 19 Author Report Share Posted October 19 On 10/16/2024 at 7:36 AM, RayDiddio said: Thank you. I was looking at these for awhile and then stopped. I should just go try a pair on. I have the factory stock on my 870 still because it was comfortable enough when I put a better butt on it. I agree on the advantages of being able to use any HT you desire. I shoot ambidextrous as well so the option to switch sides would be sweet. The FRS side might be really nice for off-road groups and maybe even hunting parties during a a drive or something. I can see value in these in a bunch of scenarios. Kids would love them, too, I am sure. Keep them busy for hours at camp, heh. I guess I need to start looking into these again because I can't stand earplugs. They are very comfortable, to me at least, and I shoot my Benelli M4 a lot. It has a field stock installed on it because I just am not a fan of the pistol grip stocks. The ear pro do not get in the way at all and can be worn with no issues while shooting shotgun. Took these to my schools ham club and the kids loved them, they all said they told their parents to buy them a pair lol. I know there are better ear pro out there, but for the cost and features you cant go wrong with these. Also, just so you know, you can hook up your own radios to these, you dont have to have this exact radio hook up. RayDiddio 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayDiddio Posted October 19 Report Share Posted October 19 13 hours ago, WRTT642 said: They are very comfortable, to me at least, and I shoot my Benelli M4 a lot. It has a field stock installed on it because I just am not a fan of the pistol grip stocks. The ear pro do not get in the way at all and can be worn with no issues while shooting shotgun. Took these to my schools ham club and the kids loved them, they all said they told their parents to buy them a pair lol. I know there are better ear pro out there, but for the cost and features you cant go wrong with these. Also, just so you know, you can hook up your own radios to these, you dont have to have this exact radio hook up. Thank you. This is good to know. I get your dislike of pistol stocks. I may have to go out and grab a set of these. They look "well enough," as they say. WRTT642 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBRPong Posted October 20 Report Share Posted October 20 I have 2 sets of these and they are great. My son and I can talk to each other at the range without shouting. I replaced the rubber pads with gel ones and they are much more comfortable and seals better around the ear. WRTT642 and WRYZ926 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRTT642 Posted October 21 Author Report Share Posted October 21 9 hours ago, JBRPong said: I replaced the rubber pads with gel ones Where did you get them at? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBRPong Posted October 21 Report Share Posted October 21 9 hours ago, WRTT642 said: Where did you get them at? https://www.amazon.com/Walkers-Game-Ear-Filled-Multi/dp/B085R4JZ3X?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1 WRTT642 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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