In my experience, any "brand name" earmuff protector will do the job.
Get the ones which are tapered at the bottom of the earcups, so you can lay your head down on your shoulder or on a stock without interference.
The more you spend, the more comfortable and the more soundproof they'll be...within limits. Go to a store and try them on, before buying, since one may be better suited to your body than another.

I can't use plugs and muffs b/c my canals are too small so I need to get some good muffs.

Have you considered going to an ENT and getting custom molded plugs?

Originally Posted by bruce333

Have you considered going to an ENT and getting custom molded plugs?

I see my ENT every 6 months, so I'll inquire about it when I go in FEB. Might be a good option if it isn't cost prohibitive.

Leaning towards these?

http://www.amazon.com/Peltor-97010-U...pr_product_top

If you shoot a lot indoors, or a lot of high-caliber boomers outdoors, then you will do better in the long run with plugs and muffs. There is a do-it-yourself kit for custom-made plugs that should fit just fine. These can be found at the larger shooting supply websites such as Midway or Natchez. If you have an Academy Sports and Outdoors nearby, you might find a kit there too.

hth,
PhilR.

I use plugs + muffs when shooting my .45.

Plugs are fine when I'm just shooting my .22......and I'm alone.

What I am really looking for are particular models of muffs people are using for maximun protection.

I have a pair of these Howard Leight's for when I shoot at the indoor range.

http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/EAR099-1.html

I still use plugs under them.

I have a pair of low profile Peltor electronic muffs I use when I need to hear talking or I'm shooting rifles. Not as high a NRR as the above pair, but I still wear plugs under them (if I don't need to hear talking I turn the electronics off).

http://www.amazon.com/Peltor-Tactica...i-20/ref=nosim

I always use plugs and muffs. If you are just using muffs, you aren't getting maximum protection since there is some leakage around your glasses temples. Plugs seal the ear canal and muffs will protect the bone behind the ears that also conducts sound.There are smaller diameter plugs available if custom plugs are too expensive. http://earplugstore.stores.yahoo.net/