For What It’s Worth

Muff-Style hearing protector provides light-weight comfort. “Silver Star” from American Optical Consumer Markets has no metal parts (so it won’t conduct electricity), is adjustable to three positions, and has a 22 decibel noise reduction rating (which means it doesn’t provide the maximum protection, but does provide good “medium-level” protection). For more information, contact Customer Service, American Optical Consumer Safety Products, 14 Mechanic Street, Southbridge, MA 01550; 617/765-9711. Coil-nailer drives nails with lengths from 11/2 to 4 inches. Stanley- Bostich’s Model N100C 10.7 pound coil-fed nailer can be used for metal, concrete, and hardwood construction. According to its manufacturer, the nailer is ideal for framing and decking. For more information, contact Stanley- Bostitch Inc., East Greenwich, R.I. 02818. Electronic Mailer Voice mail system lowers telephone bills and avoids