Been using custom molded ear plugs for shotgun and general shooting for about 6 years or better. i do prefer them over the disposable plugs in that they are more comfortable to wear for hours on end, and I do feel they are more effect than foam plugs. If in a group though where a lot of talking is being done the electronic over ear earpro are nice as well.
Anyway, my personal observations.
Pro:
Custom molded ear pro can be very comfortable and cost effective if you are shooting lots.
Low Profile.
They are more comfortable than the foam plugs as well which is super nice when you are wearing them for hours.
Relatively simple to get done, most of mine has been at major shoots and cost usually about $50 for something that will last years.
Quick to put in and remove. (No rolling and stuffing like with foam plugs.)
Reusable. (Yeah, you can reuse the foam plugs, but I wouldn't do it for more than a day)
Cons:
Not readily able to just go out and get done usually.
Needs someone who knows what they are doing when they are molding the plugs. Have had one set that was molded poorly and would push out when I shouldered the gun making it ineffective.
Cost (One time cost. Though if you are using it every week for a year or more then I would say you are making out.)
Electronic ear pro does allow ease of talking over molded ear pro, but again depends on the situation that you are using them.
My thoughts is if you aren't in a group and not using over the ear pro, or want to double up get the custom molded plugs.
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