Thread: Hunting With Hearing Aids

Originally Posted by ex-NZFS

The hearing in my left ear is fcuked thanks to all the shooting and assisted by a 308 norma magnum going off muzzle 2 ft to the side what a pealing of bells that was!
Have ACC lodged + acceptance 22 years ago haven’t bothered with aids as yet but getting close
Totally hopeless following conversation with background noise
I don’t think I will use them for hunting after reading this
Yep no glamour getting old!!!

Beware of ACC claims from yesteryear, originally claimed early 1980's, no problems aids and $'s. Told to get a re-assessment after 10 years, all ok new aids supplied. Went back early 2000's, sorry we only keep our records for 7 years, you have to start again. Did that, new specialist. Couldn't believe when his report stated " not from hunting, firearms use, industry, etc, but hereditary" even though no other hearing problems in my family. ACC would only cover 17% of costs. I've had tinnitus bad for the last 40 plus years, found that aids didn't do much for me if there is any back ground noise.