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ExtremeGunCare
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Hello All,
I have been a certified ABO Optician and physically Manufactured glasses for numerous years. With in the past two months, I step out of the field. I worked for two of the top 15 Optical Companies in the nation and took pride in being one of their top Opticians dealing in Shooter RX.
I have contemplated in creating my own lab to just service the Shooter Industry. I am a shooter, and until 2008 when I had Lasik, I wore glasses since I was 5. I was OD -2.00 -1.75 axis 180, OS -1.75 -1.50 axis 70.
I was the go to person in my company in dealing with Shooters. Pending on your RX and what base cure you had been accustom to would dictate the kind of wrap/base curve you could go into for shooting glasses. Also pending your RX would dictate the kind of base material one should use. As far as tint, that is strictly a personal preference.
A very good rule of thumb is: If you have the means, always choose your thinner option in plastics. There are High Index Plastic Lenses, typically a 1.56, 1.60, 1.66, 1.67, 1.74. Single Vision should always go for the 1.66 because it is the most durable out of all the high indexes. A high end Progressive lens, say Variloux series, go for the 1.74 option. Your Line Bifocal, most of the time, comes in the 1.60.
I am always a fan of Polycarbonate because of the impact resistant capabilities it has. I say that because most people tend to be very hard on their shooting glasses. But the draw back with Polycarb is there could be a slight aberration pending script, or if you're a poly non-adapt and poly do not take well to tints. There is Trivex, but not worth the weight issues it can bring.
What ever you decide on, please do not choose your basic plastic lens. If you are going to buy shooting glasses, bit the bullet and go with a High Index Lens!
Now if you are a Progressive wearer, you know who you are. Do not go with one of the more economical lenses because the technology in that lens make-up takes away your peripheral. Try a lens like Accolade, Kodak Unique or Varilux Physio 360. Progressive Lenses needs to be measured the same as if they were your daily wears.
I might not suggest using a Progressive Lens for shooting, where a Line Bifocal may meet your needs. There are a few options in Line Bifocal. They have 22 round, 25 Straight Top, 28 Straight Top, 35 Straight Top, Trifocal 7x25 or 8x35 (Please Note Trifocal should be treated like Progressive).
Have the Optician measure right below your lower eyelash. Then take another 3 mm below that. Keep in mind that you should have at least 10mm of vertical space for your reading area. If you do not at least get 10mm of vertical reading, then pick a bigger lens/frame with a "B" Measurement. You will tilt your head back a little bit for reading, but it is a catch 22. You either have the Line Bifocal in your normal set and it could be a distraction or lower it to keep it mostly out of your peripheral.
The Best Option, in my opinion is just do Single Vision. SV comes in basic plastic, polycarbonate, aspheric polycarbonate (thiner option than regular poly), high index 1.56, 1.66, 1.74. It isn't like you are reading a book while you are out there shooting. You already know your gun, or you at least should. You are not taking score while you shoot. Less distraction with Single Vision.
Single Vision is a bit more diverse, especially with your larger lens shapes. SV will always be cheaper then any multi-focal. I would rather see a person choose a SV 1.74 than a Line Bifocal Basic Plastic Len.
Please contact me at ExtremeGunCare if you have any questions. I will give you my honest opinion in regards to your glass needs. We can talk about various options in regards to frames, lens options to meet your needs.
Good Shooting,
Jason Lumetta
ExtremeGunCare
PS. I am not here to sell you anything, but you need a good optician to ask numerous questions in like regards to your stance, kind of shoot, other needs you may have for the glasses, etc.
I have been a certified ABO Optician and physically Manufactured glasses for numerous years. With in the past two months, I step out of the field. I worked for two of the top 15 Optical Companies in the nation and took pride in being one of their top Opticians dealing in Shooter RX.
I have contemplated in creating my own lab to just service the Shooter Industry. I am a shooter, and until 2008 when I had Lasik, I wore glasses since I was 5. I was OD -2.00 -1.75 axis 180, OS -1.75 -1.50 axis 70.
I was the go to person in my company in dealing with Shooters. Pending on your RX and what base cure you had been accustom to would dictate the kind of wrap/base curve you could go into for shooting glasses. Also pending your RX would dictate the kind of base material one should use. As far as tint, that is strictly a personal preference.
A very good rule of thumb is: If you have the means, always choose your thinner option in plastics. There are High Index Plastic Lenses, typically a 1.56, 1.60, 1.66, 1.67, 1.74. Single Vision should always go for the 1.66 because it is the most durable out of all the high indexes. A high end Progressive lens, say Variloux series, go for the 1.74 option. Your Line Bifocal, most of the time, comes in the 1.60.
I am always a fan of Polycarbonate because of the impact resistant capabilities it has. I say that because most people tend to be very hard on their shooting glasses. But the draw back with Polycarb is there could be a slight aberration pending script, or if you're a poly non-adapt and poly do not take well to tints. There is Trivex, but not worth the weight issues it can bring.
What ever you decide on, please do not choose your basic plastic lens. If you are going to buy shooting glasses, bit the bullet and go with a High Index Lens!
Now if you are a Progressive wearer, you know who you are. Do not go with one of the more economical lenses because the technology in that lens make-up takes away your peripheral. Try a lens like Accolade, Kodak Unique or Varilux Physio 360. Progressive Lenses needs to be measured the same as if they were your daily wears.
I might not suggest using a Progressive Lens for shooting, where a Line Bifocal may meet your needs. There are a few options in Line Bifocal. They have 22 round, 25 Straight Top, 28 Straight Top, 35 Straight Top, Trifocal 7x25 or 8x35 (Please Note Trifocal should be treated like Progressive).
Have the Optician measure right below your lower eyelash. Then take another 3 mm below that. Keep in mind that you should have at least 10mm of vertical space for your reading area. If you do not at least get 10mm of vertical reading, then pick a bigger lens/frame with a "B" Measurement. You will tilt your head back a little bit for reading, but it is a catch 22. You either have the Line Bifocal in your normal set and it could be a distraction or lower it to keep it mostly out of your peripheral.
The Best Option, in my opinion is just do Single Vision. SV comes in basic plastic, polycarbonate, aspheric polycarbonate (thiner option than regular poly), high index 1.56, 1.66, 1.74. It isn't like you are reading a book while you are out there shooting. You already know your gun, or you at least should. You are not taking score while you shoot. Less distraction with Single Vision.
Single Vision is a bit more diverse, especially with your larger lens shapes. SV will always be cheaper then any multi-focal. I would rather see a person choose a SV 1.74 than a Line Bifocal Basic Plastic Len.
Please contact me at ExtremeGunCare if you have any questions. I will give you my honest opinion in regards to your glass needs. We can talk about various options in regards to frames, lens options to meet your needs.
Good Shooting,
Jason Lumetta
ExtremeGunCare
PS. I am not here to sell you anything, but you need a good optician to ask numerous questions in like regards to your stance, kind of shoot, other needs you may have for the glasses, etc.
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