Sunglasses - recommendations

[Larry Caldwell]

I just buy discount store polycarbonate lens polarized safety glasses. The over-the-glasses style wraps around the side and make good safety glasses for working outside. Wire frames and polycarbonate lenses are great. I have one set of plastic frame sunglasses that have built in bifocals that I use for reading outside. Typical price for quality sunglasses is around $15 - $20. I have a set of prescription aviator polarized sunglasses in Ray-Ban frames that set me back $325, but most of that is frame. I can have new lenses put in for about $100.

 

[Egon]

Subscription lense, polarized, heavy tint and nice standard frames are what I have.

 

[MF283]

CostadelMar, love the 580 lenses, it's what my whole family wears, polarized lens, allows to see in the water if you're a fisherman & work great on cloudy days as well.
They're not cheap either. The plastic lenses come in under $200 with the glass lenses going over that.
I've worn all brands over the years being I've spent my entire life working outdoors & the CDM work best for me. I guess they're like tractors or vehicles, need to try before you buy.

Ronnie

 

[wngsprd]

I love my Costas...have worn them over 10 years and have held up well. Still very clear and no frame or hinge problems. Luckily I got as a gift from someone who could get them at wholesale price.

 

[Turbys_1700]

I have several pair of Costa Sunglasses. The only reason I have them is my eye insurance pays for some of the cost. I get $150 per year for my contacts and since I only use one contact I have $75 credit that is either used or lost. So I get the sunglasses. They are overpriced but the lens quality is excellent.

 

[kidr]

AS long as they have uva and the rest, the cheaper the better. No need to spend extra.

 

[leslcoop]

I look for something inexpensive that protects. I found some great safety glasses at Rural King for under $5.00 a pair ( Forney Starlite safety glasses brown lens ). They work great and if I lose or break them I'm not out of a lot of money. I bought several pair. My wife and I both wear them.

 

[moriboy]

Oakleys for me. They fit right, last forever, and if there's a chance that they are slightly better than a $5 pair it's worth it to me. I only have two eyes and want to have them around as long as possible.

 

[Xfaxman]

Many years ago I bought a pair of clear safety glasses with a reading lens built in. When they needed replacement I searched eBay for "diopter safety glasses" and bought clear and tinted.

I leave a pair of tinted in the truck now. :thumbsup:

 

[AchingBack]

I wear prescription eye wear with a pair of Polar sunglasses over them. They are $20.00 at WalMart. Polar Optics | Sunglasses | Official Site