The Spectacles Thread.
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Neither am I. Overpriced for what they are here, I had to learn most of the fittings the hard way buying online. At first I would get just the frames online but now I get them with lenses. Even with the right equipment and trained people, not all frames can be adjusted optimally. For the average consumer, a set of pliers and hairdryer can do most of the heavy lifting.
I have tried literally 100s of pairs over at least 15 years and finally came to the conclusion that an Asian source works best. My current favorite is Ultem frames. They have one of the best fitting of all.
I have tried literally 100s of pairs over at least 15 years and finally came to the conclusion that an Asian source works best. My current favorite is Ultem frames. They have one of the best fitting of all.
Anyone using Hoya Blue Control or Nikon See Coat Blue? Is it worth the premium price? Damn gian to try them out but there's limited review online
Its mainly for reducing blue rays from electronic devices. When u wear it things will look yellowish. Its very obvious to me don't know about others.
anyone can advice where to buy frames online? also, is it cheaper overall after buying the frames online and including shipping and making the lens at a shop in Singapore?
perhaps Nakedtoes, iscrying and striker22 can advice? please advice kind bros!
perhaps Nakedtoes, iscrying and striker22 can advice? please advice kind bros!
Anyone knows if Magic Clip glasses with clip-on polarising lenses (see Viva International Group) are available in Singapore? Also, any of you guys and gals using Kodak UVSun Polarised Lenses?
I'm hypothyroid and am sensitive to bright light outdoors (gives me a Clint Eastwood squint) so need polarising lenses to reduce glare. Now wear regular progressive lenses with the 'clip onto top of frame' polarising lenses when on the road. Need something I can wear both indoors and outdoors. TIA.
I'm hypothyroid and am sensitive to bright light outdoors (gives me a Clint Eastwood squint) so need polarising lenses to reduce glare. Now wear regular progressive lenses with the 'clip onto top of frame' polarising lenses when on the road. Need something I can wear both indoors and outdoors. TIA.
There is transition lenses that are polarized in Australia. not sure about singapore though. not up to date since i started studying in Australia.
depends though. i've had a friend who went to owndays and their optician did not even let her see the chart to check her prescription. Just put her on the autorefractor machine. Put on the frame with the power shown on the machine and asked her to look at her handphone and see if its clear. Did not even do a proper refraction using lenses and the chart.
looks like ic! berlin frames confirm cheaper compared to buying from shop by as much as S$200
Ic! Berlin Glasses Available Now At SmartBuyGlasses Singapore
Yep, something like what you get from using f.lux program. Have you try using them on daily basis?
anyone can advice where to buy frames online? also, is it cheaper overall after buying the frames online and including shipping and making the lens at a shop in Singapore?
perhaps Nakedtoes, iscrying and striker22 can advice? please advice kind bros!
I got my oakley deringer and rayban from Opticshine (https://www.facebook.com/opticshine?fref=ts). Their price and service is really good!
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Definitely an experienced guy. Average abt 6 pairs of specs a year. Guess yur opinion carries heaviest weight. Must learn more from you. Master, pls speak more frequently.
Actually, adjusting the temples is only a small part of the solution. It would be better if you could have nose pads installed. This will cost around $25-40. See pics below. That would hold the specs better than getting the shop to bend the temples which can put pressure on the sides and back of your head. Almost any large spectacle shops have the heat blower and some can offer to install adjustable nose pads on acetate frames.
Also, next time, if you are buying blind i.e. online, and choosing a European/ western brand, try to avoid acetate or any material where the nose pads cannot be adjusted or simply do not exist. This is especially important if you / are Asian because we have a flatter nose bridge and also our cheekbones protrude abit more. This will cause problems with specs going down and/ or the bottom of the lens touching your cheeks or the area below your eyes.
I didn't know there was such a service, which optical shops offer this service?
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ya roh Striker22, faster SIC where to install nose pads at $25 leh.
all the optical shops i asked before quoted $70-$100!
Thankssss
Handle with care. My rimless silhouette frame broke at the nose bridge area when cleaning. Even if the temples are memory titanium and flexible, it is only as strong as its weakest link. Abit of a yesteryear brand now and if without lens $350 is totally not worth it.
Sorry guys, cannot SIC cos my "regular price" not applicable to others. But market rate for fixing the nosepad definitely not $70-100. Find another shop.
Sorry guys, cannot SIC cos my "regular price" not applicable to others. But market rate for fixing the nosepad definitely not $70-100. Find another shop.
i was quoted $350 + $120 for frame + 1.67 lens
Are there any ways to get the frames through any authorised dealers at a better price?
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