Prescription Wrap Glasses

BRKNRUN

BRKNRUN

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Ok so I have gone to a couple of eye Docs. I am not a candidate for Lasik....I am not even a candidate for contacts...(Just my DCP!!!)

I am being told that my astigmatism is in the lens of my eyes (one verticle the other diagonal).....thus no lasik.....tried various contacts...but can't seem to find a pair that fit ...and they don't work for "extended" wear.....Since I have to trick my eyes into seeing correctly...I have to every so often remove my glasses to blur my vision and then when I put them back on I see clearly agan....(can't do that with contacts)

Now the good news is the docs told me I have very healthy eyes.....wich means I will never be a candidate for a lens replacement...(yay!!)

Anyway....with prescription glasses I see 20/20....(as long as I lift remove them for about 10 seconds every so often when my eyes start to.... as the doc said "accomodate" for the prescritption)

So...I have seen the Decots...but quite Frankly...I am not over 50 and even though I am already bald as a cue ball...I don't want to look any older than I already do....

However...I do need glasses that basically have a lens that goes to the the top of my eyebrow for me to actually use the lens...(my current daily glasses won't work)

I have been looking, but cant seem to find any decent wrap glasses that also are available with prescription...(NON INSERT)

Anyone know of what Earl is using in this picture, or similar that also is available with prescription lens?

BTW...so far I am really hating this glasses thing....
 

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Prescription lenses can not be curved the way Earl's shades are shown.

Decot's work, but look hideous (my wife would not permit me to wear them, except for shooting guns).

Get reasonably large, rimless glasses (they will naturally curve a little above the eyebrow). Get the light plastic lenses, get the UV "glare protection." Have the tech adjust the nose pieces so they ride a little higher than most people use for regular use. Use the "wrap-around" ear pieces if you can find them (not really necessary). Have the ophthalmologist set the prescription for focus in the 2-10 foot range (not to infinity). If you have progressive bifocals, just have them make the bottom portion as narrow as possible.

Voila, the perfect pool glasses that don't look too hideous. If you do ANYTHING different than this, then don't say I didn't warn you.

Signed,
Already Tried Everything

P.S. - I noticed that Karen Corr traded in her "frog eye" glasses for the ones I am describing.
 
What is REALLY frustrating

Here is the ironic paiin in the arse about the whole thing....I see "decent" enough to play on a bar box without glasses....but when I get on the big table, anything more than a half table cut becomes a guessing game for cut shots.....

When I put on glasses...My stance allows me to see (through the lens) for shorter shots that I can already make with no major problem...but when I get to the long shots. I can't get into a stance that allows me to see (through the lens) without breaking my neck.

Probably wouldn't be a big deal if I never played against any good players, but when you play some one good, you better be able to come with the long shot since that may be the only chance you get...
 
New proceedure

Hey there is a new eye proceedure that the FDA passed about a year ago, and I know that there are some doctors that are using it for people that aren't a canadite for LASIK.

Basically they cut a slit in your eye and put in a permant contact inside your eye. Then if your perscription ever changes they can go in and switch them out. I don't know if it will work for you, but it is a thought.

Another option, e mail RandyG@poolschool.com and he might be able to give you a good solution for pool glasses. I know he sells some glasses that are designed for pool.
 
Williebetmore said:
Get reasonably large, rimless glasses (they will naturally curve a little above the eyebrow). Get the light plastic lenses, get the UV "glare protection." Have the tech adjust the nose pieces so they ride a little higher than most people use for regular use. Use the "wrap-around" ear pieces if you can find them (not really necessary). Have the ophthalmologist set the prescription for focus in the 2-10 foot range (not to infinity). If you have progressive bifocals, just have them make the bottom portion as narrow as possible.QUOTE]


but do you recommend keeping the progressive bifocals or is it better to eliminate them?

guy
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Williebetmore said:
Prescription lenses can not be curved the way Earl's shades are shown.

Decot's work, but look hideous (my wife would not permit me to wear them, except for shooting guns).

Get reasonably large, rimless glasses (they will naturally curve a little above the eyebrow). Get the light plastic lenses, get the UV "glare protection." Have the tech adjust the nose pieces so they ride a little higher than most people use for regular use. Use the "wrap-around" ear pieces if you can find them (not really necessary). Have the ophthalmologist set the prescription for focus in the 2-10 foot range (not to infinity). If you have progressive bifocals, just have them make the bottom portion as narrow as possible.

Voila, the perfect pool glasses that don't look too hideous. If you do ANYTHING different than this, then don't say I didn't warn you.

Signed,
Already Tried Everything

P.S. - I noticed that Karen Corr traded in her "frog eye" glasses for the ones I am describing.
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Thanks for the info...I actually have read your previous posts, and another poster actually put up some pics of a modified version of rimless glasses...

I did get rimless glasses for my everyday pair in hopes that I could also use them for pool, but they are not modifed to work...(the lens only goes just below my eyebrow and won't work.

I was really hoping to find some glasses (similar to the pic) that I could put a transition lens in so I could use them for golf (outdoor) and pool (indoor)

I have a pair of wrap sungalsses that I use for golf that would also work for pool (similar to earls) if only I could put a prescription in.

I am kind of surprised that they can't make them...even if they only have the prescription only in the front part of the lens and not the wrap part, that would be fine...
 
RSB-Refugee said:
I know you may not think so, but that is hilarious. :D

Tracy
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Actually I did that on purpose....I kinda thought that the "regulars" would get a kick out of that..

I actually know I am lucky....(as the doctor pointed out)...There are people in the world that are getting lens replacements etc, etc, only in hopes of getting vision no better than what I have...

(If it wern't for pool, I would not bother with glasses)
 
guycrunch said:
but do you recommend keeping the progressive bifocals or is it better to eliminate them?

guy
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CaptainC,
I kept them. They really are not noticeable while shooting; and they allow you to do tip maintenance and scorekeeping (essential when you play with cheating scum like breakup) without trouble.
 
BRKNRUN said:
I did get rimless glasses for my everyday pair in hopes that I could also use them for pool, but they are not modifed to work...(the lens only goes just below my eyebrow and won't work.

I was really hoping to find some glasses (similar to the pic) that I could put a transition lens in so I could use them for golf (outdoor) and pool (indoor)

I have a pair of wrap sungalsses that I use for golf that would also work for pool (similar to earls) if only I could put a prescription in.

I am kind of surprised that they can't make them...even if they only have the prescription only in the front part of the lens and not the wrap part, that would be fine...
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Break-man,
Hey, I didn't say it would be easy. You must find JUST the right size lenses, and have the tech work with you to make sure the nose pieces are adjusted perfectly - high enough for pool vision, low enough that you don't look like a geek (I chose to put mine just high enough that I'm probably into geek range). Most rimless glasses are NOT suitable.

Forget combining pool and golf. It's silly to wear sunglasses indoor's - people do not think you are cool, they think you're pretentious. No one except a post-surgical patient benefits from indoor sunglasses.

They USED to make a special sunglass that had small clip-in prescription lenses for a wrap around non-prescription sunglass frame (made by Bolle'). Unfortunately they quit making them. Good luck.
 
BRKNRUN said:
Actually I did that on purpose....I kinda thought that the "regulars" would get a kick out of that..
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I know, I did. :)

BRKNRUN said:
(If it wern't for pool, I would not bother with glasses)
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You are lucky, if I do not put my glasses down in the usual place, I have to get someone to help me find them. :rolleyes:

Tracy
 
Williebetmore said:
Break-man,
Forget combining pool and golf. It's silly to wear sunglasses indoor's - people do not think you are cool, they think you're pretentious. No one except a post-surgical patient benefits from indoor sunglasses.
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I agree that sunglasses indoors look stupid....or (rock star)..

That is why I mentioned "transition" lenses.....They transition to dark lenses outdoor and turn clear indoor.....(Just felt like I should clarify that)

But I do like the way the wrap lens fits when shooting pool...Its almost like your not wearing glasses at all...(except the ones I have are not perscription and of course are way to dark).....no side vision distractions....only a top line that is plenty above my field of vison and not a distraction to me at all.

BTW.....I have never shot with them in public...only experimented with them at may home table....(In private).....LOL

Believe me I have been looking...So far I have only found lenses with inserts that screw up the whole deal for side vision & top line vision.

I was just hoping someone would mabey know of something I have not yet seen.....(perhaps there is a market for wrap lens billiards glasses)

....and your definatley correct...It ain't easy...It has been a very frustrating experience....and I do apprciate your advidce..
 
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Wrap around glasses

"I was really hoping to find some glasses (similar to the pic) that I could put a transition lens in so I could use them for golf (outdoor) and pool (indoor) "

I looked at several eyeglass retailers and eye doctors before I found one willing to put perscription lenses in my wrap around (sunglasses). All but one were willing to do it and even the one that did was not real keen on doing it. I need my glasses for playing baseball and golf as I can't see far away without the perscription lens. The eye doctor says that in the curved lens type glasses the percription will be "stretched". Here is what I have found.
I can see just fine while playing baseball and golf while using the glasses so this is a good thing for me. On the other hand after playing I always end up with a bad headache probably due to the eye strain that the curved lens is making on my perscription.
 
As a fellow eye-glass wearer, I can sympathize. My vision isn't all that bad either, but bad enough where I need specs for pool. Using my regular glasses has forced me to use a more "upright" stance. If I get my head too low, I end up looking over the lens and putting my head in strange positions. I don't think I necessarily need my chin touching the cue anyway. So I work on keeping my head in a comfortable, level position, where I can see the object ball clearly. I think it's still considered good form to have your head higher anyway. Older players tend to play that way I noticed.

I haven't seen any pool glasses that I would feel comfortable wearing out in public. Most are geeky like Williebetmore said...and I'm 28 and single so I can't have that when I'm at the bar! But I'm always looking for options. Let me know if you find good frames - thanks!
 
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Prescription Pool Specs

If you go to an accomodating eyeglass place (not the big Lenscrafters or guys like that)and pick out the larger rimless or even rimmed frames, the optician can have the two plastic nosepieces thingies (ha) lowered, which raises the top of the rim above your eyebrows.

Also - have your optometrist or opthamologist write you an Rx that puts your puts your best vision between 3' and 13'. The additonal 3' takes into account the length of your arm. If you find a doctor that specializes in writing Rx's for shooters - he or she will know exactly how to write the prescription.

A good friend of mine did that and is overjoyed at how well it worked out. I didn't think much it as his game got better and has put a lot of heat on me!!
 
BRKNRUN said:
I am not over 50 and even though I am already bald as a cue ball...I don't want to look any older than I already do....
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Remember Getting OLD is not an Option, Acting, and Looking OLD is... Good luck on you search for Stylish glass to play Pool in. Thank goodness, I can still see to play Pool without GLASSES.

But I carry a Magnifer in my Wallet to READ with...
 
Glasses

Take a look at this link. These glasses are classics, that will definitely work for pool. I know, as mine are quite similar. The ones at this link are pricey, but the size of the lens and and way the frame curves above your eyes make shooting quite possible even when really down over the cue. You don't need to spend $225 on these specific frames. Just get the look into your mind when you go visit an optometrist and ask if they have something similar.

And don't let anyone tell you they're out of style. They aren't. They're classics.

http://www.bensilver.com/fs_storefront.asp?root=6&show=146&display=3816&group=1

Flex
 
Pool and glasses don't mix period!!! I have been struggling with this my whole life. At one point I had a pair that I bent the rims up at about a 45 degree angle so when I get down low I dont see that damn rim. Another time I had the nose guards bent in so the glasses sat very high on my face. I just shoot without them now. I hate looking ridiculous while I play. My right eye is 30/100 and my left is 20/30. I just use the force now.:p Wait a minute...maybe thats why I still suck.:eek: When I get money I am getting the lazer surgery. Sorry to hear you can't.
 
Harvywallbanger said:
Pool and glasses don't mix period!!! I have been struggling with this my whole life.
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The positive side of this is that when you win your accomplishment is all the greater. And there really is a rewarding feeling that you've overcome great nearsightedness coupled with pretty violent astigmatism to pot tough shots, get shape on the next ball, and run 'em out.

When one considers that even the dominant eye factor in some cases isn't 100% this eye or that, but is some wierd combination, and that on cut shots left aiming compensations is X, and when cutting right is X + 3, or whatever, the sense of satisfaction when overcoming these difficulties is immense, and it doesn't matter a whit if nobody else realizes it.

Don't ever let anybody get away with telling you pool is a simple game.

Flex
 
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