Eye pro
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Just went through selecting new eye pro, myself. After trying several things, I ended up w/ Oakley Tombstones. The lens has no bridge at the top, and the lens extends higher than most, so you still have plenty of lens to see through, even when your head is down on a rifle or shotgun. Really, there are a bunch of good options out there, in the end. This is just what worked best for me...
I'm running the Tombstones too, but can't say I'm really happy with them. They're pretty flimsy, and won't stay on my head or hat when not "properly" deployed. The main reason I bought them is because they DO (as previously stated) extend up high above your brow so that you don't have to look over them when you have your head down on the scope. There is also a bit of a disturbing gap between the bottom of the lenses and cheekbones that I think should not be there.
Oakley SI m2 (without the rubber pieces on the ear stems). Best I can tell the version 3.0 which was designed to fit better with ear pro is basically just the 2.0 without the rubber sleeves on the ear stems.
I also use ESS
I was looking at the tombstones for the same reason more coverage higher for shooting prone. Just make sure if you get the tombstones that you are careful they have a regular version and a large version (lots of guys been buying the large and then complaining about the fit). I almost did as midwayusa was clearance for $59. However the reviews described if your not an offensive lineman don't bother ?!?
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I also use ESS
I was looking at the tombstones for the same reason more coverage higher for shooting prone. Just make sure if you get the tombstones that you are careful they have a regular version and a large version (lots of guys been buying the large and then complaining about the fit). I almost did as midwayusa was clearance for $59. However the reviews described if your not an offensive lineman don't bother ?!?
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Mine are the smaller versions. I am an average-size person, and not overweight, so I figured the big size would be too much (just like my Ray Ban aviators fit better in the smaller size than the bigger ones). I really like the lack of a frame at the top, because that's what always gets in my way shooting through a scope (distortion, or outright vision blocking). But that's also what makes them so flimsy, and that's the problem. They flex so easily they won't stay put. They're okay as long as you keep them on your face and don't make sudden movements, but if you slide them up out of the way on top of your head or on your ball cap, they'll fall right off if you look down or tilt your head back. Nothing like seeing your expensive precision-shooting glasses fall lens-first onto concrete and get scratches in your field of vision.
Oakley Tombstones here. Reap version for people with fat heads like ME!!! Spoil is the smaller size. Midway had these on sale this spring, hella of a deal picked up a 3 lens Prism kit for $100 and a second one with just a black iridium lens for $50. I haven't found anything I can't really complain about here function wise. A little bit of a dated look/design? But, for protecting my eyes I can look a little out of style? Function over fashion!!!!
Oakley's are the only shooting glasses I use. They have a great selection and they give great Mil / LE pricing. I have been on shooting lines when things have gone bad and they have protected my eyes very well.
I also use Oakley's with rubber on the ear stem. Love Oakley, very rugged and I like that I can get replacement lenses at the Oakley store.
Better to have it and not need it, than to not have it and say oh shit.....
Better to have it and not need it, than to not have it and say oh shit.....
oakley's offer less protection in general than ess and wileyx. the best protection is revision. optical clarity is also excellent with revision however of all the types i've used GARGOYLES are by far the best eye pro i've ever had. best clarity, very good durability as far as frames and scratch resistance, good anti fog, and most importantly, their ballistic rating is accurate as far as the tests. other brands such as gatorz and oakley market their glasses as military, ballistic, etc and aren't. there are a few oakleys that do meet the ballistics standards but you will pay more for those than any other similar eye pro out there. another great thing about gargoyles is although not all their glasses are ballistic rated, i've been assured by the company that the lenses are all pretty similar in strength, the lack of the rating falls on the smaller, more stylish frames and lack of side protection. another mention if you're looking for inexpensive eye pro for aggressive situations where you're likely to damage them is edge. edge has very cheap glasses that claim ballistic raitings. i got a pair for $9 on amazon. although i don't fully believe they are ballistic, they are the best cheap eye pro i've ever used.
Welcome to the Hide.
If you are looking for the cheapest solution you may comfortably ignore the rest of my post.
If you are looking for the best performance and protection, I highly recommend the Randolph Ranger line:
https://www.randolphusa.com/re-ranger/
Consider the Edge, XLW, and Classic, models.
I got into these as a competitive trap shooter where your eye is your rear sight. But I've found they work great for everything.
I've had good dealings with Morgan Optical http://www.morganoptical.net/home and Allen Lehman http://www.shootingspecs.com/
These guys are all shooters and you can talk to them about where the optical center should be if you need Rx lenses.
Allan Lehman is a salty guy, but he's my first choice. I have had a lot of custom lenses made to suit a variety of shooting conditions, backgrounds, and target colours. And I mean even custom plano lenses -- no prescription. Perhaps this won't be that important to you depending on your needs. I have everything from orangy/brown polarized lenses for bright Arizona middays. And clear lenses with anti-reflective coating on both sides for maximum light transmission for night shooting. Worth. Every. Penny.
I find the adjustable nose bridge very helpful as my view is different, say, when I've got a cheek weld on a long gun vis-a-vie looking straight ahead pistol shooting. The nose bridge adjustability allows me to optimize my view through the lenses.
Hope this helps.
If you are looking for the cheapest solution you may comfortably ignore the rest of my post.
If you are looking for the best performance and protection, I highly recommend the Randolph Ranger line:
https://www.randolphusa.com/re-ranger/
Consider the Edge, XLW, and Classic, models.
I got into these as a competitive trap shooter where your eye is your rear sight. But I've found they work great for everything.
I've had good dealings with Morgan Optical http://www.morganoptical.net/home and Allen Lehman http://www.shootingspecs.com/
These guys are all shooters and you can talk to them about where the optical center should be if you need Rx lenses.
Allan Lehman is a salty guy, but he's my first choice. I have had a lot of custom lenses made to suit a variety of shooting conditions, backgrounds, and target colours. And I mean even custom plano lenses -- no prescription. Perhaps this won't be that important to you depending on your needs. I have everything from orangy/brown polarized lenses for bright Arizona middays. And clear lenses with anti-reflective coating on both sides for maximum light transmission for night shooting. Worth. Every. Penny.
I find the adjustable nose bridge very helpful as my view is different, say, when I've got a cheek weld on a long gun vis-a-vie looking straight ahead pistol shooting. The nose bridge adjustability allows me to optimize my view through the lenses.
Hope this helps.
I've enjoyed all of the smith optics I've tried out. You can order most of their frames in "clear". Look under their "elite tactical" line on their website. Their tactical line also has the "boogie sport and boogie regulators", which are less expensive options that both work well.
wow. looks like some awesome glasses. and they actually surpass ballistic tests. thanks for the suggestion.
Smith Aegis Echo II is my choice
Used Oakleys for years but found they scratch super easy. I use Smith Directors and Hudsons as my daily wearers and they look great after 2 years of daily use. My Oakleys would last a year before having to swap out lens'. Also, the Smith lens' dont cost an arm and a leg. they're Ingnitor Lens is my go to colour.
Used Oakleys for years but found they scratch super easy. I use Smith Directors and Hudsons as my daily wearers and they look great after 2 years of daily use. My Oakleys would last a year before having to swap out lens'. Also, the Smith lens' dont cost an arm and a leg. they're Ingnitor Lens is my go to colour.
Whatever you use, just make sure they are genuinely mil-spec ballistic rated eye protection.
This is the best review/test video made, in my opinion:
http://www.luckygunner.com/labs/eye-protection-shooting-glasses-review/
This is the best review/test video made, in my opinion:
http://www.luckygunner.com/labs/eye-protection-shooting-glasses-review/
