Pool eyeglasses 2023
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I have Curren and couldn't be happier with them. Spend the extra money and get the best.
Mine did not work out with Curren. $900. Find a local Dr/shop and explain what you need. At first I had an RX for 5-9 feet. I’m current using Progressive Rx in a large frame. The key is to have someone interested in working with you and giving all the recourse you need until you’re happy with the eyewear. Edit.. want to add do not expect to find cheap RX glasses.
Thanks for the feedback.
L.S. Dennis
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You may want to check out Decot Hy-wyd sport glasses, I‘ve used them for years
call gordon
he is in canada and ships to the usa
excellent customer service and quality glasses
ENDS up costting around $250 usd
pm me if you have questions
i am playing onepocket now wont get back to you until after 5ish EST
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
click link below
he is in canada and ships to the usa
excellent customer service and quality glasses
ENDS up costting around $250 usd
pm me if you have questions
i am playing onepocket now wont get back to you until after 5ish EST
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
click link below
I was real happy with these https://billiard-eyeglasses.com/ from a Canadian company, no problem shipping to the US. With the exchange rate they're very affordable too.
Thanks, I will check them out
Awesome, I will check them out
My doctor asked that I try and get pictures while playing. Wanted to be able to see where my eyes hit my regular glasses while aiming.
I played a bit on my home table and determined the shots when I’m usually down the lowest. I finalized that to 2 positions.
Then, I got the camera, tripod and remote out. It took a while of trial and error, looking at test shots on the large monitor on my desktop, etc. Finally discovered that the camera height has to be very low, about rail height. The lens needs to be focusing on a slightly upward angle to get the proper focus on pupil and eyeglasses. I set up on the shots and took the pictures with the remote.
I processed in Photoshop, getting a clear, full scene shot for each setup, plus a crop of just the face. I took those in, and they reviewed them and had me emulate lining up a shot using a desk in the shop. They discussed it for a while.
They finally recommended a regular, round shaped frame with adjustable nose pads. They said they were thinking of making a minor adjustment to the optical center, but since some shots require a more upright position, they didn’t want to adjust the optical center more than a fraction. I think they may have decided to use my normal measurements for the location of the optical center.
I ordered what they recommended. When they arrived, they adjusted the nose pads such that the frame sits a bit higher on my face. I love it. I can get in position for a table length shot with chin close to the cue, and I can see clearly. I can stand almost upright for a jump shot with perfect focus.
I only wear these when playing, but I could wear them out and about just fine.
These guys cost a fortune, but they must have spent 4 hours all said and done getting regular distance, computer & desk distance, reading and speciality for pool. Worth it to me.
I played a bit on my home table and determined the shots when I’m usually down the lowest. I finalized that to 2 positions.
Then, I got the camera, tripod and remote out. It took a while of trial and error, looking at test shots on the large monitor on my desktop, etc. Finally discovered that the camera height has to be very low, about rail height. The lens needs to be focusing on a slightly upward angle to get the proper focus on pupil and eyeglasses. I set up on the shots and took the pictures with the remote.
I processed in Photoshop, getting a clear, full scene shot for each setup, plus a crop of just the face. I took those in, and they reviewed them and had me emulate lining up a shot using a desk in the shop. They discussed it for a while.
They finally recommended a regular, round shaped frame with adjustable nose pads. They said they were thinking of making a minor adjustment to the optical center, but since some shots require a more upright position, they didn’t want to adjust the optical center more than a fraction. I think they may have decided to use my normal measurements for the location of the optical center.
I ordered what they recommended. When they arrived, they adjusted the nose pads such that the frame sits a bit higher on my face. I love it. I can get in position for a table length shot with chin close to the cue, and I can see clearly. I can stand almost upright for a jump shot with perfect focus.
I only wear these when playing, but I could wear them out and about just fine.
These guys cost a fortune, but they must have spent 4 hours all said and done getting regular distance, computer & desk distance, reading and speciality for pool. Worth it to me.
Having issues with the cost of glasses had me looking for alternatives. So I now get my eye exam then get the prescription ( be sure to get your PD measurement from them as well) I have used Zenni for my every day glasses for a couple years now at substantial savings. See no reason to spend 500 or more for any eyeglasses now that I have gone online for them.
The OP can send me a pm for my thoughts and experiences with Zenni.. I wear progressives with Trivex lenses....
www.zennioptical.com
The OP can send me a pm for my thoughts and experiences with Zenni.. I wear progressives with Trivex lenses....
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the biggest difference and i am no expert between getting glasses from a "pool eyeglass"specialist as opposed to getting regular glasses to work is
the pool eyeglass guys know where to put the optical center
also they how to "tweak" your prescription to be better for 3-12 foot distance which is ideal for pool
not saying a regular optometrist cant do the same
jmho
icbw
the pool eyeglass guys know where to put the optical center
also they how to "tweak" your prescription to be better for 3-12 foot distance which is ideal for pool
not saying a regular optometrist cant do the same
jmho
icbw
The prescription for mid range prescription eyeglasses is ascertained from your normal full prescription glasses.
You can search online and see some formulas and other ways of determining the different prescription for mid range glasses..
Lots of good info out there but you'll have to be prepared lo learn..
I use these as well and they work great. If yournot in a rush, you can find good deals for the Decots on eBay.
I have friends that use the billiard glasses and they are very happy with them.
Good luck.
Let me second those saying to work with your eye doctor. I did the same several years ago. Told my doc the scenario, she understood completely, and cut a script to move the bifocal part higher in the lens. I then found a pair of frames that had larger lenses than what I usually wear and sat high enough on my nose, and used my eye insurance, wasn't terribly expensive.
Can you get these glasses just for magnification purposes? My eyes aren’t really bad but are getting old, wondering if they will help.
When you guys write Curren, do you mean Curran, like at this website:
Billiard Glasses By Curran Opticians | Improve Your Billiard Game
Phone: 610 623 4129 | The Original and Official Choice for Billiard Glasses in the World. Custom Made Rimless S.V. and Progressive Lenses. Snooker Glasses and Pool Glasses are also Available.
www.billiardglasses.com