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January 16th, 2012, 10:04 PM #1Grand Member
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Custom Ear Plugs
Well, I am tired of using junk/disposable ear plugs. I actually prefer using a good pair of electronic muffs, but they are not always an option based on what I am doing. For example, shooting clays or wearing particular head wear. I broke down today and went to an audiologist. He cast an impression of my ear. The impression has been sent to a lab. I should have my new plugs in less than two weeks. I am excited to get them back. I paid $65 for them. I know that Radians sells a "do it yourself" kit that is commercially available. Let me tell you, I would have NEVER gotten the mixture as deep into my ear canal as the doctor did today. My plugs will be covered with a protective coating, shaved for perfect fit and then refit by the doctor. I know I spent a little more money than visiting the booth at the National Matches at Camp Perry, but I have the piece of mind of knowing that I had a doctor shoot the shit into my ear. I watched the lady at Camp Perry yell at a guy last year for squirming. They have a noise reduction rating of 26, which is better than what I am using now. They will also fit flush to my ear, so I should be able to comfortably wear an outer pair of muffs while shooting indoors or when I have the rare chance to shoot my buddy's .338 Lapua. A full report to follow once I have them back. Anyone else choose to go this route?
Jules
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January 16th, 2012, 10:16 PM #2
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I've had my custom plugs for over 5 years now. Love em.
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January 16th, 2012, 10:18 PM #3Grand Member
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January 16th, 2012, 10:39 PM #4
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My next step is a custom set. Right now I use the do-it-yourself kit I got at Cabela's for $20. I fit the mix myself and they work pretty well, much better than the disposable or plastic crap ones. The noise reduction on the ones I have now are good enough to comfortably shoot my PT145 without any ringing afterwards.
What doctor did you go to? The ones I contacted around the Harrisburg area all wanted in the range of $100-$150 for a set.
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January 17th, 2012, 12:04 AM #6
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i have a pair, and while they are no longer the tightest fit I would get another pair.
I got mine when I was 13-14 and starting to shoot trap competively. They worked great with a nice snug fit but the last few years they have started to get loose. I figure this is due to my ear changing over the past 8 years.
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