Archive for February, 2014

Rimless eyeglasses are a very popular frame style because of their light, airy, “barely there” look. What is the Best Lens Material for Rimless Eyeglasses? They do away with the standard frame by either suspending the lenses from an overhead bridge (leaving the sides and bottoms of the lenses exposed), or mounting them directly to […]

Pupillary distance – also known as interpupillary distance – is a measure of the distance between a subject’s pupils. FINDING PUPILLARY DISTANCE This measurement is factored into the creation of corrective lenses to help locate the optical center of the lenses. Millimeters are the measurement unit used as the industry standard. The pupillary distance can […]

If you’re interested in obtaining prescription glasses that resemble sunglasses, you’re in luck; transforming your everyday glasses into a sunglass style is quite straightforward. Achieving a “Sunglasses Look” with Prescription Glasses There are two main components to consider when creating the appearance of sunglasses: frames and lenses. While transition lenses have made it possible for […]

So many lenses, so many choices. Photochromics that automatically darken when exposed to the sun. Polarized lenses. Clear safety lenses. Mirrored lenses. Various shades and color tints. Why choose when you can have them all in one stylish frame? Wiley X, a leader in safety eyewear, produces sunglasses with removable lenses. Available in many sleek […]

You may think of Wiley X as a manufacturer of safety eyewear, a producer of sleek, comfortable glasses and goggles that protect the eyes on the job, on the racing track, or during any outdoor activity. Wiley X Prescription Glasses for Military And you’d be right. Wiley X has fashioned a name for themselves with […]

At Rx Safety, safety glasses come in many varieties, styles, sizes, and brand names. Buying Foam Inserts for Safety Glasses They also come with many different options. The majority of those options involve the lenses – different tints, prescriptions, bifocals, progressive bifocals, and/or applied coatings – but some apply to frameware options. Aside from frame […]

If your son or daughter plays basketball and wears prescription glasses, you know that even with a safety strap, standard glasses do not hold up well to the rigorous back-and-forth running of the court or any ball or body contact. Your child likely won’t be allowed to use them due to the strong potential for […]

UV protection. You’ve probably heard it advertised as a selling point for sunglasses, and with just cause; UV protection is the most critical defensive attribute a pair of sunglasses can provide. Sunglasses with UV Protection You may select your sunglasses based on style and looks, your lenses based on the options or tints they feature… […]

Wiley X, a standard bearer in the prescription safety eyewear field, has long offered frames that offer the perfect combination of form and function. Today we’ll take a look at some examples of a Wiley X subseries that takes style and protection to a whole new level: the Jake series. Jake frames come in several […]

Getting the perfect pair of glasses isn’t just about frames and lenses—it’s about nailing the details like segment height. Wondering if you can measure it yourself? Spoiler alert: You absolutely can! Let’s dive into the materials you’ll need and a step-by-step guide to ensure your eyewear fits like a dream. Understanding Segment Height: Segment height […]

When you purchase a pair of standard prescription eyeglasses, typically the optometrist or lab offers you a range of choices in additional coatings which can be applied to your new lenses: scratch-resistance, anti-fog, UV protection, and mirrored coatings are all options. Prescription Safety Glasses with Anti-Glare Coating Another one is an anti-glare, or anti-reflective, coating, […]

If you’re considering the purchase of a pair of prescription Nike Sunglasses with polarized lenses, you’ve apparently done your homework. Polarized Prescription Nike Sunglasses The Nike brand name means that quality, durability, and style is built into the frame, and polarized lenses are surely one of the best lens options you could pick to fill […]

Polycarbonate is just about the perfect material for the manufacture of lenses for safety glasses. Polycarbonate Lenses for Prescription Safety Glasses Let’s take a look at why, and also examine the drawbacks of polycarbonate. A proper understanding of the pros and cons can help you determine if polycarbonate safety glasses are right for your individual […]

Whether you fish in the morning, the afternoon, or at night, off a dock, pier, or party boat, you need to enhance your vision and protect your eyes at the same time. Wiley X sunglasses are up to the task and make the ideal fishing companions. The company has cut its teeth on safety glasses […]

A solar eclipse, which happens when the Moon crosses between the Sun and the Earth and partially or complete obscures our view of the Sun, does not happen regularly… in fact, solar eclipses only occur at a rate of between two and five per year, and many can not be seen due to various weather-related […]