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Posted: 3/19/2006 2:03:51 PM EDT

I was thinking up picking up a pair of Oakleys, but they are a little spendy.

What do you guys use, something that looks a little slick, I don't want to look like a grandma or something.

Now I realize that EVERYBODY is going to post asking me what my eyes are worth to me,
Here is the answer.

50 dollars or less.
ETA: And no I won't sell them to you at that price.

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:04:49 PM EDT

[#1]

I do not wear special eye protection, just my glasses, and sometimes not even those.

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:05:55 PM EDT

[#2]

I use my Oakley sunglasses outside. I have a bunch of clear cheapos I use at indoor ranges.

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:06:41 PM EDT

[#3]

I just use my Oakley eye-glasses. If it's waaaaaaaay bright outside I may sacrifice being able to see things far away and throw on my M-Frames.

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:07:21 PM EDT

[#4]

ESS & Wileys
Have boxes and boxes of them from Iraq.

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:12:08 PM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:
ESS & Wileys
Have boxes and boxes of them from Iraq.

+1 on the Wiley X's

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:14:07 PM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:
ESS & Wileys
Have boxes and boxes of them from Iraq.

So, why do you have them, istead of leaving them for the other troops? - No Flame - Just wondering.

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:14:16 PM EDT

[#7]

Special protective eyewear, cylindrical system (SPECS)

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:18:23 PM EDT

[#8]

Just some cheapo S&W plastic glasses I picked up at Wal Mart. I was at a gun store on Friday looking for a new pair, and I found some with yellow lenses and dark UV lenses made with high-impact acrylic for $20.

Why spend a lot? You can get a nice pair of glasses that offer good protection for $50 or less. Also, I used my Oakley wire frames and took an ejected casing from a guy just down the line, and I had a nice scratch on my $180 glasses as a result. Not worth it.

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:20:27 PM EDT

[#9]

Revision eyewear

Posted: 3/19/2006 3:18:13 PM EDT

[#10]

wiley x-s

Posted: 3/19/2006 3:25:36 PM EDT

[#11]

Oakley M-frames.. A lens for every occasion...

Mark.

Posted: 3/19/2006 3:28:06 PM EDT

[#12]

Quoted:
ESS & Wileys
Have boxes and boxes of them from Iraq.

If one pair is looking for a new home, I could IM you my address

Posted: 3/19/2006 3:29:30 PM EDT

[#13]

Wiley X XL-1

Posted: 3/19/2006 3:30:30 PM EDT

[#14]

+1 on the S&W's. I get them free from work. I like the yellow lenses when I'm in the woods.

I also have a couple of pairs of Wiley's. They are dark tinted -w- rubber seal. I use them mostly when riding my motorcycle.

Posted: 3/19/2006 4:33:02 PM EDT

[#15]

These things are dirt cheap, fit great and have very good optical qualities. Don't let the pic fool you.

www.labsafety.com/search/default.htm?x=0&y=0&Ntx=mode%2Bmatchpartialmax&Ntt=fectoid&N=539+4294893074&Ntk=LSSSearch&dept_id=53093

They're even better when you buy a pair of these, throw the incredibly ghey lens part away and put the strap on the above glasses.

www.labsafety.com/search/default.htm?x=0&y=0&Ntx=mode%2Bmatchpartialmax&Ntt=fectoggle&N=539+4294930478&Ntk=LSSSearch&dept_id=36219

Inexpensive counts for a lot with me. I do a lot of RO work and it doesn't take long for my eye pro to get scratched to hell from a facefull of brass. The strap thingy is also great. It fits under my ear pro much better so the ear cups seal better and you don't get dents or headaches from eyegless temples being smashed into your head or behind your ears all day.

aa

Posted: 3/19/2006 4:33:31 PM EDT

[#16]

Bolle T-800

Posted: 3/19/2006 4:38:03 PM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:
ESS & Wileys
Have boxes and boxes of them from Iraq.

Any of them in good shape? IM if interested in selling.

Posted: 3/19/2006 4:41:31 PM EDT

[#18]

I like the Remingtons I buy from Wal-Mart. They have replaceable lenses so I can go from mirror, to grey, yellow, & clear.

Under $20 and they don't look dorky.

Posted: 3/19/2006 4:45:29 PM EDT

[#19]

Had some Wiley Xs, but didn't like the optical clarity on them. It was pretty bad, IMHO.

I traded up for some Oakley Half-Jackets.

Posted: 3/19/2006 4:47:04 PM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:
I do not wear special eye protection, just my glasses, and sometimes not even those.

+1

Posted: 3/19/2006 4:50:39 PM EDT

[#21]

I dont wear anything. I say eithers Spy or Oakley if your gonna buy some nice ones, but they just might get all messed up so that might be out.

Posted: 3/19/2006 4:58:11 PM EDT

[#22]

I usually just ware my regular sunglasses that I bought for less than $50.

Where do you get the Wiley X things?

Posted: 3/19/2006 4:59:39 PM EDT

[#23]

I never used anything in the Army, and got used to that. Probably not smart.

Posted: 3/19/2006 9:11:35 PM EDT

[#24]

ESS ICE

Posted: 3/19/2006 9:22:29 PM EDT

[#25]

Radians Illusions. $4.50 ea. online They are reasonably sharp looking and are optically excellent. There is very little scattering from the lens even with direct illumination.

If you want to buy them by the case you can get a dozen for under $30

Posted: 3/19/2006 9:23:36 PM EDT

[#26]

i just wear regular sunglasses. i'll probably end up regretting it later, but i'm young and invincible at the momment

Posted: 3/19/2006 9:30:34 PM EDT

[#27]

Quoted:
Just some cheapo S&W plastic glasses I picked up at Wal Mart. I was at a gun store on Friday looking for a new pair, and I found some with yellow lenses and dark UV lenses made with high-impact acrylic for $20.

Why spend a lot? You can get a nice pair of glasses that offer good protection for $50 or less. Also, I used my Oakley wire frames and took an ejected casing from a guy just down the line, and I had a nice scratch on my $180 glasses as a result. Not worth it.

We prolly bought the same ones.
Eventually, I'll get a pair of wiley x's.

Posted: 3/19/2006 9:51:22 PM EDT

[#28]

What's the consenus on M-Frane hybrids?

I figure $145 for a set of permillon and clear lenses isn't terrible...

I like my minutes when IO need shade, but they don't have interchangable lenses andnot quite as much eye coverage.

I have a pair of ESS glasses, but I'm going to sell them as they don't fit me very well and were kind of an impulse purchase.

Posted: 3/19/2006 10:49:48 PM EDT

[#29]

My Oakleys. Polarized Juliets for outdoor ranges (they're my EDC sunglasses), and M-Frames for indoor ranges (as well as my lab work).

Posted: 3/20/2006 1:29:57 AM EDT

[#30]

If you can't find anything here,you need some uh,..glasses.

I get 5-6 pairs a year from them because they don't have the cool ones at work.
www.safetyglasses.com/

Posted: 3/20/2006 3:41:32 AM EDT

[#31]

I just wear industrial safety glasses, clear lenses. Not trying to look cool.
If they get scratched or forgotten, I just get another pair.

I did use amber B&L shooting glasses when I shot Trap at night. They seemed to help pick out the targets better.

Posted: 3/20/2006 4:01:25 AM EDT

[#32]

Quoted:
I was thinking up picking up a pair of Oakleys, but they are a little spendy.

That's what I thought until I bought a pair. Now I could kick myself for not buying them sooner.

What do you guys use, something that looks a little slick, I don't want to look like a grandma or something.

Now I realize that EVERYBODY is going to post asking me what my eyes are worth to me,
Here is the answer.

50 dollars or less.

ETA: And no I won't sell them to you at that price.

How 'bout I give you 40 bucks for one of em?

Posted: 3/20/2006 4:02:41 AM EDT

[#33]

Quoted:
Had some Wiley Xs, but didn't like the optical clarity on them. It was pretty bad, IMHO.

I traded up for some Oakley Half-Jackets.

I must agree.

I have yet to try on a pair of Wileys that is as clear or as comfortable as my M frames.

Posted: 3/20/2006 4:13:12 AM EDT

[#34]

I use Oakley M Frames with yellow, clear and red irridium lenses.

Posted: 3/20/2006 4:16:08 AM EDT

[#35]

I have Wiley's and Half jackets. Half Jackets get the nod every time.

Bomber

Posted: 3/20/2006 4:35:24 AM EDT

[#36]

Oakley M Frame Shooting Array.

Posted: 3/20/2006 4:39:58 AM EDT

[#37]

I have to say that I am really impressed with many of you. Most everyone knows the brand name of everything they own. I never know what I have until threads like this come up and I go check.

Thanks to G.D., I know I have Rothco EMS pants, Bates boots, and no name, made in the USA, safety goggles.

Posted: 3/20/2006 5:19:23 AM EDT

[#38]

Quoted:
Quoted:
ESS & Wileys
Have boxes and boxes of them from Iraq.

So, why do you have them, istead of leaving them for the other troops? - No Flame - Just wondering.

Because my team, and the team that replaced us had more than enough.
I don't think anyone wants my partly used, partly scratched glasses.

Posted: 3/20/2006 7:48:52 AM EDT

[#39]

I have Wileys, I got fromLone WOlf Distributors for thirty bucks plus shipping.

Posted: 3/20/2006 7:57:08 AM EDT

[#40]

Oakley Shooting Array....M Frames that come with three different tinted lenses in an Oakley zippered case.

Posted: 3/20/2006 8:36:01 AM EDT

[#41]

Quoted:
Oakley Shooting Array....M Frames that come with three different tinted lenses in an Oakley zippered case.

Where can one get those? and what style lenses are they?

<edited>
Wow I found some, but they were $245 (MSRP). Why is it so much? I can get them with grey lenses for $105, with replacement lenses being$40 a piece. That means I can get the glasses with 3 sets of lenses for $185. (This from REI)

Posted: 3/20/2006 9:27:11 AM EDT

[#42]

Oakley M Frames

Posted: 3/20/2006 9:38:18 AM EDT

[#43]

Quoted:
Quoted:
I do not wear special eye protection, just my glasses, and sometimes not even those.

+1

Same here. Except if I'm awake, I'm wearing my glasses. I don't like not being able to see clearly.
Contacts and lenses for my glasses are too expensive due to my astigmatism so buying a pair of non script sunglasses or glasses is out of the question.

Posted: 3/20/2006 11:08:57 AM EDT

[#44]

Quoted:
Quoted:
Oakley Shooting Array....M Frames that come with three different tinted lenses in an Oakley zippered case.

Where can one get those? and what style lenses are they?

<edited>
Wow I found some, but they were $245 (MSRP). Why is it so much? I can get them with grey lenses for $105, with replacement lenses being$40 a piece. That means I can get the glasses with 3 sets of lenses for $185. (This from REI)

Hell, I payed $130(?) maybe even less for mine back in 2002. LEO/Military Pricing

Posted: 3/20/2006 11:10:58 AM EDT

[#45]

Oakley M frames. I have two pair- one clear, the other smoked for sunny days.

Pricey, but what's an eye worth?

Posted: 3/20/2006 11:20:54 AM EDT

[#46]

I dont wear glasses. I shut my eyes just before I pull the trigger.

Posted: 3/20/2006 11:21:08 AM EDT

[#47]

Quoted:
Quoted:
Oakley Shooting Array....M Frames that come with three different tinted lenses in an Oakley zippered case.

Where can one get those? and what style lenses are they?

<edited>
Wow I found some, but they were $245 (MSRP). Why is it so much? I can get them with grey lenses for $105, with replacement lenses being$40 a piece. That means I can get the glasses with 3 sets of lenses for $185. (This from REI)

I picked up most of my lenses on e-bay. The yellow are hard to find because they don't make them anymore.

Posted: 3/20/2006 11:23:37 AM EDT

[#48]

Quoted:
I dont wear glasses. I shut my eyes just before I pull the trigger.

Posted: 3/20/2006 7:33:16 PM EDT

[#49]

I use a pair I ordered from a indrustrial suppy place through work. They are UVEX brand but I can't remember the model.
Today at the range I had a reminder of why it is important to wear glasses. I had a case rupture while shooting my bolt action .308. I got a face full of debris and gas (watch the rude gas jokes.

) which would have beein at the very least painful and a lost eye at worst. So to those of you who don't wear glasses while shooting you are taking a chance. I have never had anything like that happen before and once in a while while plinking in the desert I didn't wear my glasses but now I will.

I could post before and after pics of my mug but no one would notice any differance after the damage done.

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