Protect your vision — Use quality eye protection

Eye protection is essential for shooting sports. Good shooting glasses must not only provide reliable impact protection but also be comfortable, fog free, and do not interfere with hearing protection. Corrective lenses are also an option for those who need them. In an episode of their Weekly Gear Review from a few weeks ago, the 6.5 Guys discussed a variety shooting glasses that they had tried, including some from DeCot Oakley and Wiley-X. Ed and Steve discuss the most important factors to consider when choosing eye protection. They then go over practical aspects of eyewear construction and design that will enhance comfort and functionality on the field. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT 65Guys.com. The 6.5 Guys, Ed and Steve, offer a number smart tips to help you choose the best safety eyewear at an affordable price. Here are the 6.5 Guy’s KEY Takeaways when it comes to choosing shooting glasses and prescription eyewear. Avoid polarized or lenses that reduce the light transmission by a significant amount (except when shooting action in bright conditions and with large, close-range targets). 2. Avoid frame designs that interfere when shooting prone. 3. Avoid designs that fog easily. 4. Avoid frames with thicker temples, which are uncomfortable to wear under hearing protection. 5. Choose lenses with the appropriate level of ballistic protection. Click HERE to learn about eyewear standards. 6. Make sure that your ophthalmologist adds the interpupillary space to your prescription. This is an important measurement, especially for prescriptions with heavier weights. 7. If you have a complex prescription, choose a vendor that will spend time with your to address any concerns. Think you don’t require eye protection? Watch this video. Watch the video at 4:10. The screw-on barrel cap (chamber closure of the.50BMG action) flies in the shooter’s faces. Without eye protection, the shooter would definitely have lost his right eye. (See video at 5 minutes 20 seconds for analysis). Safety First – Your eyes are irreplaceableAccurate shooting starts and ends with the eye. If you don’t wear eye protection when you handle a gun or go to the shooting range, your career as a marksman may be cut short. Over 1,000,000 people suffer serious injuries to their eyes every year. Shooting can be dangerous. It is estimated that 30,000 firearms related eye injuries occur each year. The most common firearms-related eye injuries are caused by general hunting accidents, followed by paintball. Quality eye protection does not have to be expensive. You can find comfortable ANSI Z87.1 certified shooting glasses for less than $10.00. You can get good results with inexpensive shooting glasses if you choose them carefully and make sure they are safety certified. Avoid cheap, soft plastic lenses that claim to be “impact resistant” but do not meet a standard of testing. For more information on safety eyewear read AccurateShooter’s Guide to Eye Protection for Shooters.