The Spectacles Thread. - Part 2

[GANGSTERKIA]

Hi,anyone know where can get lindberg thintanium frame? Thanks

Hi!
You can consider going to eyewear optics at Thomson Plaza or Jamco optical at katong!

 

[twinklingstars]

Hoya's HVLL coating is well known to be very durable.

Seems like you do alot of near work, stick to your current prescription would be good.

Blue Reflect lenses block up to 30% across whole blue spectrum (~400-500nm) & are generally much yellowish


Blue Absorb lenses block up to 94% of the high energy waves(up to 420nm), while letting the rest of beneficial blue light in.(~420-500nm). These lenses have an almost not noticeable yellow tint.

Hi thank u for the reply. Does that mean that hoya will be more yellowish since it reflects while zeiss will appear less yellowish since it absorbs. Pls correct me if I'm wrong.. Thank u!

 

[Optometrist]

Hi thank u for the reply. Does that mean that hoya will be more yellowish since it reflects while zeiss will appear less yellowish since it absorbs. Pls correct me if I'm wrong.. Thank u!

Yup The blue coating will appear yellowish.

when choosing lenses from Zeiss, do also make sure to choose Zeiss DuraVision (Normal Anti-reflective coating) & not the BlueProtect (Blue Coating)

 

[twinklingstars]

Yup The blue coating will appear yellowish.

when choosing lenses from Zeiss, do also make sure to choose Zeiss DuraVision (Normal Anti-reflective coating) & not the BlueProtect (Blue Coating)

Hi thank you for the reply. I was recommended Carl Zeiss 1.74 Asiana with blue guard, how to tell its Zeiss DuraVision (Normal Anti-reflective coating) & not the BlueProtect (Blue Coating).

Also, is it recommended to have glasses of different prescription, cos I was thinking to keep to my current prescription, then for my sunglasses, I will use the new prescription since I will be looking at distance things most of the time.

Lastly, can you recommend some affordable lens, cos I handle chemicals on quite often at my workplace, I think the fumes will cause the coating to come off, so I don't wanna wear the expensive lens when I'm handling chemicals.

Thank you!

 

[libratiger74]

Hi, are there any ongoing promotions for progressive lenses? Thanks.

 

[Optometrist]

Hi thank you for the reply. I was recommended Carl Zeiss 1.74 Asiana with blue guard, how to tell its Zeiss DuraVision (Normal Anti-reflective coating) & not the BlueProtect (Blue Coating).

Also, is it recommended to have glasses of different prescription, cos I was thinking to keep to my current prescription, then for my sunglasses, I will use the new prescription since I will be looking at distance things most of the time.

Lastly, can you recommend some affordable lens, cos I handle chemicals on quite often at my workplace, I think the fumes will cause the coating to come off, so I don't wanna wear the expensive lens when I'm handling chemicals.

Thank you!

It is usually paired with DuraVision AntiVirus Platinum UV coating. Just make sure they dont "upgrade" to DuraVision BlueProtect UV coating for you

Yup different prescription for different purposes are ok. We just want to make sure its comfortable when using the specs.

Just any local brands ba. Since you're handling chemicals & will require to change very often.

 

[Optometrist]

Hi, are there any ongoing promotions for progressive lenses? Thanks.

Essilor: https://www.essilor.com.sg/promotions/multi-pair-offer/terms-sg
Hoya: https://www.hoyalenspromo.com.sg/

 

[twinklingstars]

It is usually paired with DuraVision AntiVirus Platinum UV coating. Just make sure they dont "upgrade" to DuraVision BlueProtect UV coating for you

Yup different prescription for different purposes are ok. We just want to make sure its comfortable when using the specs.

Just any local brands ba. Since you're handling chemicals & will require to change very often.

Hi thank you for the reply.. Actually what's the difference between Zeiss DuraVision (Normal Anti-reflective coating) & not the BlueProtect (Blue Coating)? In terms of performance, or just purely the reflective nature?

I guess in this case I can't take Hoya anymore even though coating last longer since the yellow tinge is more noticeable.

 

[rashcrash]

Hello! I have a lingberg frame and crizal transition lenses. Just wondering if it is okay to wash it with Xiaomi ultra sonic portable cleaner.. not sure if it will damage the transition coating or frame.. appreciate the Shi Fu advice!

 

[Optometrist]

Hi thank you for the reply.. Actually what's the difference between Zeiss DuraVision (Normal Anti-reflective coating) & not the BlueProtect (Blue Coating)? In terms of performance, or just purely the reflective nature?

I guess in this case I can't take Hoya anymore even though coating last longer since the yellow tinge is more noticeable.

I usually use BlueProtect for clients who are sensitive to bright light. It can reduce the amount of light going through the lens by reflecting it away.

DuraVision AntiVirus Platinum UV is the multicoat version, with minimal reflection & yellow tint.

 

[Optometrist]

Hello! I have a lingberg frame and crizal transition lenses. Just wondering if it is okay to wash it with Xiaomi ultra sonic portable cleaner.. not sure if it will damage the transition coating or frame.. appreciate the Shi Fu advice!

Coating should be fine ba. Im more concerned about water seeping into the crevice between screw and frame. could potentially cause the screw to rust and lead to potential complications in future.

Water + mild hand soap to wash frame + ophthalmic lenses should be sufficient. For deeper cleaning, drop by your usual optical store, they can remove the lenses and clean the frame + lenses more thoroughly.

 

[too456]

Hi gurus,

I'm looking to get a pair of specs that will last for a long time. I'm looking at a budget of around 1k plus minus. In the day, I tend to look at computer screens a lot, so I presume an anti blue light lens from a company like Zeiss would be ideal. I have relatively high degree (700 both sides, astig 175 both sides). Would anyone have recommendations for specific lenses that also have a higher aspheric index for lighter lens?

I also exercise quite regularly, and ideally I would like to use one pair of specs for everything. Are there lesser-known brands of frames (ie not Oakley all those) that I should look out for? Thanks!

 

[Optometrist]

Hi gurus,

I'm looking to get a pair of specs that will last for a long time. I'm looking at a budget of around 1k plus minus. In the day, I tend to look at computer screens a lot, so I presume an anti blue light lens from a company like Zeiss would be ideal. I have relatively high degree (700 both sides, astig 175 both sides). Would anyone have recommendations for specific lenses that also have a higher aspheric index for lighter lens?

I also exercise quite regularly, and ideally I would like to use one pair of specs for everything. Are there lesser-known brands of frames (ie not Oakley all those) that I should look out for? Thanks!

Maybe can consider Tokai 1.76 index Bi-As Lutina NRC. Thinnest in the market so far & price slightly lower than Zeiss. Only downside is the processing time of 2 weeks as this lens is Made in Japan.

Framewise, Instead of brands, maybe look out for material ba.
Metal: Block Titanium frames
Plastic: PEI injection frames, Korean Plastic frames

 

[too456]

Maybe can consider Tokai 1.76 index Bi-As Lutina NRC. Thinnest in the market so far & price slightly lower than Zeiss. Only downside is the processing time of 2 weeks as this lens is Made in Japan.

Framewise, Instead of brands, maybe look out for material ba.
Metal: Block Titanium frames
Plastic: PEI injection frames, Korean Plastic frames

Hi, thank you for your response. Would you be able to speak for the durability of the Tokai lens you mentioned as compared to the Zeiss in terms of scratch resistance? What's the price range I should keep in mind for this set of lens?

Also, for block titanium frames, aside from Lindberg, would you be able to recommend brands I should look out for? Thanks!

 

[Optometrist]

Hi, thank you for your response. Would you be able to speak for the durability of the Tokai lens you mentioned as compared to the Zeiss in terms of scratch resistance? What's the price range I should keep in mind for this set of lens?

Also, for block titanium frames, aside from Lindberg, would you be able to recommend brands I should look out for? Thanks!

Their scratch resistance pretty similar. Tokai 1.76 index Bi-As Lutina NRC (~$700) is an exclusive product in SG, less than 50 stores retail these lenses. Its different from Tokai 1.76 SPS stock lenses.

Tokai is the 1st to come up with 94% HEV (blue light) absorb lenses (Lutina), and still leads the market in terms of lens clarity + blue absorb ability for that category.
NRC (No Reflection coating) is their newest coating, I prefer to call it Ultra-Low reflection coating as still have abit reflection. But barely see the lenses when taking selfie/ zoom. https://www.tokaiopt.com/en/html/nrc/

There are some OEM/ Japanese brands that have block Titanium frames. Block titanium means the face of frame is cut using laser on 1 single piece of titanium. There's minimal welding, thus less chance of frame breaking.

 

[too456]

Their scratch resistance pretty similar. Tokai 1.76 index Bi-As Lutina NRC (~$700) is an exclusive product in SG, less than 50 stores retail these lenses. Its different from Tokai 1.76 SPS stock lenses.

Tokai is the 1st to come up with 94% HEV (blue light) absorb lenses (Lutina), and still leads the market in terms of lens clarity + blue absorb ability for that category.
NRC (No Reflection coating) is their newest coating, I prefer to call it Ultra-Low reflection coating as still have abit reflection. But barely see the lenses when taking selfie/ zoom. https://www.tokaiopt.com/en/html/nrc/

There are some OEM/ Japanese brands that have block Titanium frames. Block titanium means the face of frame is cut using laser on 1 single piece of titanium. There's minimal welding, thus less chance of frame breaking.

Thanks! (hopefully) last question, would you be able to recommend shops that have this lens, since you mentioned that not many stores have them?

 

[Lucky_Farmer]

Hi @Optometrist, I am looking for a rimless specs. I have looked at Lindberg but they did not seem to fit me well - I feel they are not stable. And other brands/model you think I should look at?

 

[Optometrist]

Hi @Optometrist, I am looking for a rimless specs. I have looked at Lindberg but they did not seem to fit me well - I feel they are not stable. And other brands/model you think I should look at?

Hi! Rimless are not too common in the market but Charmant LineArt/ Z Titanium series are pretty solid & durable. Porsche Design & Oakley has some Rimless spectacles too.

 

[numan108]

Is Markus good as is durable and light?
Is it considered easy to find in local optical shops.
Is it premium like Lindberg?

 

[Lucky_Farmer]

Hi! Rimless are not too common in the market but Charmant LineArt/ Z Titanium series are pretty solid & durable. Porsche Design & Oakley has some Rimless spectacles too.

Sorry, and which brand for the round/horn style with rim specs? Like the round ones which the architects often wear.