Glasses..Interesting product
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Glasses..Interesting product
Was looking for another product and came across these. Might have to give them a try. Old eyes ya know
http://borelsport.com/product/variable- ... g-glasses/
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Re: Glasses..Interesting product
It would be interesting to hear from a shooter that has used these glasses.
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http://www.vision.csic.es/Publications/ ... nciple.pdf
My interpretation of this paper makes me think that peripheral vision is strongly affected.
A description of this lens:
https://adlens.com/technology/alvarez-lens/
My interpretation of this paper makes me think that peripheral vision is strongly affected.
A description of this lens:
https://adlens.com/technology/alvarez-lens/
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This is interesting.....My Mom is 91, and can't hardly see anymore. This adjustable-style was offered to her by a specialist for about 1,000 bucks.....My Sis and I both nixed her choice. There are so many companies that try to take advantage of old folks....
These guys could make a fortune marketing these very affordable glasses to those other than shooters.....
These guys could make a fortune marketing these very affordable glasses to those other than shooters.....
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Did you note the following:BlaineG wrote:These guys could make a fortune marketing these very affordable glasses to those other than shooters.....
(Emphasis added).Variable Focus Shooting Glasses are not safety glass rated.
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You'll have to help me out.....What's your point, other than Not Safety Rated? They would still be perfect for non-shooting purposes....Griff wrote:Did you note the following:BlaineG wrote:These guys could make a fortune marketing these very affordable glasses to those other than shooters.....(Emphasis added).Variable Focus Shooting Glasses are not safety glass rated.
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That was it.
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I, too, thought it strange to market shooting glasses that were not so rated. (Although, I doubt that mine are safety rated, either.... )Griff wrote:That was it.
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Re: Glasses..Interesting product
They are polycarbonate. Same as all my shooting glasses. They might not be rated because they didn't pony up the $$$ for testing.
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The price sure isn't bad.
Too bad they aren't "safety glass rated", but perhaps someone will be able to refine the concept using that type material.
I might use them for reading and other stuff too.
Too bad they aren't "safety glass rated", but perhaps someone will be able to refine the concept using that type material.
I might use them for reading and other stuff too.
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Re: Glasses..Interesting product
IF...they work as described, it's a great idea at a good price...for SOME applications.
For shooting purposes you need to remember that there's no free lunch. It's easy to use corrective lenses that bring the sights (or Red Dot) into sharp focus. when you do...you lose the sharp image of the target. It's necessary to compromise...can't have both sharp. Soooo...the question you have to answer is how much compromise can you accept...???
I'd love to see them offered at a gun show where a guy could give'em a try.
For shooting purposes you need to remember that there's no free lunch. It's easy to use corrective lenses that bring the sights (or Red Dot) into sharp focus. when you do...you lose the sharp image of the target. It's necessary to compromise...can't have both sharp. Soooo...the question you have to answer is how much compromise can you accept...???
I'd love to see them offered at a gun show where a guy could give'em a try.
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They ARE. Polycarbonate.AJMD429 wrote: perhaps someone will be able to refine the concept using that type material.
From the specs section of the Adlens website: "Lenses made from polycarbonate, the most impact-resistant material on the market" https://adlens.com/product/adjustables/
Adlen's has them in many color frames and in tinted also.
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Re: Glasses..Interesting product
I sent a prescription for handgun shooting glasses that made the front sight post crisp and clear in the right lens, and the left lens for intermediate distance. Cost me 28 bucks on EyeBuyDirect. Then I bought some shooting glasses that are designed to fit over prescription glasses for around 10 smackers. Works great.
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That's basically been my solution to the aging eyes issue. I wear Decot Hy-Wyd shooting glasses which have easily removable individual lenses. About 15 yrs ago when my eyes had reached the point where handgun sights were just blurs...I called them. They made a new "strong side" lense that brought the sights back into focus. I leave the original "weak side" lense alone to be able to see the target. They told me "keep both eyes open...your brain will figure it out".otteray wrote:I sent a prescription for handgun shooting glasses that made the front sight post crisp and clear in the right lens, and the left lens for intermediate distance. Cost me 28 bucks on EyeBuyDirect. Then I bought some shooting glasses that are designed to fit over prescription glasses for around 10 smackers. Works great.
Works pretty good, still a compromise, but it keeps me shooting handguns and iron sighted rifles well enough to enjoy.
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guido4198 wrote: It's easy to use corrective lenses that bring the sights (or Red Dot) into sharp focus. when you do...you lose the sharp image of the target.
You always focus on front sight. Even in target shooting ..front sight clear.. target not clear! Can only focus on one not both
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Re: Glasses..Interesting product
Ordered up one of them yesterday. I'll let you fellas know what I find out.
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Another option with each eye adjustable independently.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EZ5 ... =8-2-fkmr1
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I took the plunge and gambled $20 and ordered these.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EZ5 ... RMAU1MI7KA
We'll see how they work out!
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Re: Glasses..Interesting product
Please take a moment and post an evaluation after you get them...inquiring minds and all that
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Tycer wrote:They are polycarbonate. Same as all my shooting glasses. They might not be rated because they didn't pony up the $$$ for testing.
Yep - not "safety glass rated" because the lenses aren't glass ?
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Side note , but reading this thread inspired me to call the place I've been getting glasses for over forty years as it's time for a new pair. Apparently , I can still get the glass photogrey high index glasses in an ul approved safety glass Never liked the plastic lenses.
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For sure. I am not sure that these would be much of a help for most people. When I was fairly young, it seemed that my eyes adjusted a fair bit faster giving the illusion that it was all in focus. I don't mess around too much with iron sights now, except for the pistols. On a rifle, I just don't seem to be as good unless I have a decent aperture.Bronco wrote:guido4198 wrote: It's easy to use corrective lenses that bring the sights (or Red Dot) into sharp focus. when you do...you lose the sharp image of the target.
You always focus on front sight. Even in target shooting ..front sight clear.. target not clear! Can only focus on one not both
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I went back to glass myself. Seems the coatings on the plastic lenses would get messed up and soon they were a complete mess.1894 wrote:Side note , but reading this thread inspired me to call the place I've been getting glasses for over forty years as it's time for a new pair. Apparently , I can still get the glass photogrey high index glasses in an ul approved safety glass Never liked the plastic lenses.
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