The Spectacles Thread. - Part 2

Seannie

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VA means the best your eye can see, so even increase/decrease, wont improve the it.

VA is affected by changes to the crystaline lens or back of the eyes, E.g. AMD, Cataract



Don't see any reason for them to do so. Unless there's more than -1.75Ds difference in prescription, when they don't know how to handle the visual discomfort due to image size difference, they will reduce the prescription.


Thanks, means my right eye has been my weaker eye all along. Difference is about -1.25 based on recent eye test and its only in my right eye. Left eye no change in - power. All the years my - power increase in tandem left and right eye. So suddenly this recent optometrist i visited told me my right eye increase so much im shocked. Thinking maybe right eye - power has been intentionally reduced all these years.
 

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Thanks, means my right eye has been my weaker eye all along. Difference is about -1.25 based on recent eye test and its only in my right eye. Left eye no change in - power. All the years my - power increase in tandem left and right eye. So suddenly this recent optometrist i visited told me my right eye increase so much im shocked. Thinking maybe right eye - power has been intentionally reduced all these years.

As long as the pair of spectacles is comfortable, i believe its fine (y)
 

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Hi guys, anyone knows if it's possible to get quality screwless frames for like an affordable price (Like $300-ish)? Those ic Berlin, Lindberg frames are too expensive, I might as well just get branded frames like my current Braun Buffel and just replace it every 2 years. I just find it mildly annoying that regular branded frames tend to be more fragile (usually breaks at the hinge area), but can't find myself justifying spending more than 3x the price. Appreciate if anyone can provide their opinion/suggestion. Thanks!
 
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Hi guys, anyone knows if it's possible to get quality screwless frames for like an affordable price (Like $300-ish)? Those ic Berlin, Lindberg frames are too expensive, I might as well just get branded frames like my current Braun Buffel and just replace it every 2 years. I just find it mildly annoying that regular branded frames tend to be more fragile (usually breaks at the hinge area), but can't find myself justifying spending more than 3x the price. Appreciate if anyone can provide their opinion/suggestion. Thanks!
I sat on my Lindberg frame, both arms bent quite badly but still can adjust to original state.. quality really makes a difference.. haha
 

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Any good optician around yishun, Sembawang or woodsland?
Budget including lens $1k.
Hi there
If you don’t mind travelling further, you can consider eyewear optics at Thomson plaza. Wide selection of frames and reliable optometrists too!
 

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I sat on my Lindberg frame, both arms bent quite badly but still can adjust to original state.. quality really makes a difference.. haha
I regret making my Lindberg glass. I make frameless one. Sibei fragile. Did it at w optics at suntec. Kana chopped 1. 3k+ with lens
 

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I sat on my Lindberg frame, both arms bent quite badly but still can adjust to original state.. quality really makes a difference.. haha
I see... But isn't Lindberg frames like 1k-ish? At that rate, I can do two new sets of Braun Buffel + Hoya Nulux Classic HVLL 1.74 (1 set every 2 years). I struggle to see how it's a better plan to go for Lindberg...
 

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I see... But isn't Lindberg frames like 1k-ish? At that rate, I can do two new sets of Braun Buffel + Hoya Nulux Classic HVLL 1.74 (1 set every 2 years). I struggle to see how it's a better plan to go for Lindberg...
How does Lindberg compares to Silhouette?
 

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I see... But isn't Lindberg frames like 1k-ish? At that rate, I can do two new sets of Braun Buffel + Hoya Nulux Classic HVLL 1.74 (1 set every 2 years). I struggle to see how it's a better plan to go for Lindberg...
Usually Lindberg frame, with proper care, could last for years. The frames is about 800..
Oh so your prescription is quite high? Since you mentioned 1.74 index?
 

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Oh..my eyesight failing me le haha..
Apart from the frame, then yes the lenses itself with photochromic will be an additional addon to price..
But how is it still serving you though?
Not very good as I mentioned its quite fragile. Need take extra care. So looking for more solid options like ic berlin as I have a pair of it too. Served me well for 7 years and still going strong. Lol
 

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Not very good as I mentioned it’s quite fragile. Need take extra care. So looking for more solid options like ic berlin as I have a pair of it too. Served me well for 7 years and still going strong. Lol
Oh..The rimless ic berlin design you are referring to is it?
 

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I see... But isn't Lindberg frames like 1k-ish? At that rate, I can do two new sets of Braun Buffel + Hoya Nulux Classic HVLL 1.74 (1 set every 2 years). I struggle to see how it's a better plan to go for Lindberg

How much you spend on a pair of specs is pretty much the same/year if you average it out.

1.3k+ for 5-6 years vs 500+ for 2+ years

If you prefer to keep wearing the same pair for a long time, then investing in a quality pair makes sense.
 
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