Last Thursday, I received mine that I bought for $45.00. These were shown and recommended to me by a fellow-instructor. I do not have much experience with the different brands but am very satisfied with mine. Being a Conservative, I might add that I was cheep enough to go to Harbor Freight and bought a pair they were selling. Took them back after two days and yes, they are cheep. ....Howard Leight Impact Sport muffs.