Prescription glasses and shooting safety?

[BurninBrass]

Hello all. I was an everyday contact wearer until recently and always wore shooting glasses. Now it's regular old glasses for me. Anyway, I was curious as to what other glasses-wearing shooters wear when at the range. I've been using slipon sideshields but I'm still concerned about the protection offered by my rather small frames. Are there any shooting specific glasses that go over prescription lenses or should I get some prescription safety glasses made at my eye doctor?

 

[lawrra]

Hello all. I was an everyday contact wearer until recently and always wore shooting glasses. Now it's regular old glasses for me. Anyway, I was curious as to what other glasses-wearing shooters wear when at the range. I've been using slipon sideshields but I'm still concerned about the protection offered by my rather small frames. Are there any shooting specific glasses that go over prescription lenses or should I get some prescription safety glasses made at my eye doctor?

Prescription safety glasses would be ideal, but there are several options here: Fit Over Rx Safety Glasses

I've ordered from this site once before without a single problem. A soft case was shipped for free with my order, but I don't know if they still do.

 

[samrothstein01]

I am a part time glasses wearer, on the computer and at work, night time driving, etc. I have never wore Rx glasses at the range, however I find myself feeling like I need them sometimes, so I started to investigate this when I was searching for a new quality pair of range glasses.

For me presonally, cost wasn't an issue. Not that I have money to blow, but if I can spend $400+ dollars on each firearm, +ammo, +etc, etc, etc, I can forego a firearm purchase in the name of protecting my eyes, as they are extremely important to me.

I ended up choosing the Oakley route. To start with, they seem to have an unparalleled reputation for protection. Secondly, I really liked the snug fit, sporty feel, and grip they had around my face to keep them snug during training classes etc. They also seemed to cover more of my exposed face than traditional glasses.

I was also intrigued by their lenses, as they have polarized lenses as well as lenses that are designed with a special coating to keep sweat and other items (sun tan lotion for example) from being an issue.

Lastly, I love the interchangeable lenses. I started with a set of sunglass lenses for outdoors and at the same time I bought a pair of plain old clear lenses for indoor ranges and night time shooting. They work fantastic. I have even started to wear these as my normal, every day sunglasses. They are comfortable and work well.

The biggest kicker for me is that it will also solve my vision issues when I decide to admit I need Rx lenses, as you can order those for them as well, and swap out as necessary. I believe their Rx limitations are +2 to -3, if that helps.

 

[Farmerjon]

When I needed glasses, I went ahead and bought the impact resistant lenses so I wouldn't need to wear two pair at the same time. What is stupid is if I get new glasses now, with the "modern" trend of glasses, they are narrow little pieces of lens that won't truly cover my eyes properly. Low light situations, try yellow lenses, they are truly magnificent.

 

[melensdad]

Simply order polycarbonate lenses for your regular prescription glasses.

 

[Scooter71]

I know at the Wal-Mart vision center they have a couple of styles of safety glasses to chose from with the side shields already attached and usally run about 40 or a lil more, not exact on the price.

 

[The Keymaster]

The next time I get glasses I am going to get a set specifically for shooting. The glasses I wear on a daily basis are very lightweight and the lenses are small. They would not protect my eyes properly even with safety lenses. I have also noticed an issue with the bifocal. I utilize a lineless bifocal. Because my glasses are narrow in the vertical dimension, the distance portion of the lens is fairly small. I have found this to be a hindrance in certain situations. For shooting I will get a lager frame with polycarbonate lenses, and have the bifocal placed a little lower on the lens. This will solve all the issues.

 

[slow1911s]

I use and love Oakley Half Jackets for Rx glasses.

De-Cot is another option. So is Rudy Project.

 

[JetGirl]

Hello all. I was an everyday contact wearer until recently and always wore shooting glasses. Now it's regular old glasses for me. Anyway, I was curious as to what other glasses-wearing shooters wear when at the range. I've been using slipon sideshields but I'm still concerned about the protection offered by my rather small frames. Are there any shooting specific glasses that go over prescription lenses or should I get some prescription safety glasses made at my eye doctor?

The doc I use will actually do a couple different things;
You can either bring your rig in and set it up in the office and measurements will be taken of everything to grind the lenses right for you...
Or if you're doing long range stuff, you'll be escorted to your range and the "which is better...one, or two? One, or two?" things will go in your eye relief area until you see the stuff on your distant target in a way that you're comfortable with... If you want details, PM me for their contact info.