Shooting eye protection over your glasses is a great way to ensure that your eyes stay safe and protected while shooting. While traditional eyewear offers some degree of protection, there are certain advantages that come with wearing shooting eye protection over glasses.
Not only does it provide superior protection from flying debris and ricocheting fragments, but it also helps to reduce the glare of the sun and reduce wind chill – both of which can be hazardous during outdoor shooting. Moreover, when you wear shooting eye protection over glasses, you can enjoy improved clarity, contrast, and depth perception.
When choosing the best type of shooting eye protection for use over glasses, there are several factors to consider.
- First, look for lenses made of polycarbonate or other impact-resistant materials that meet or exceed ANSI Z87+ standards for safety.
- Additionally, it's important to select lenses with an anti-fog coating that will help prevent fogging up during rapid fire or extreme weather conditions.
- Furthermore, many shooters opt for mirrored or polarized lenses to further reduce glare and protect their eyes from UV radiation.
When fitting your high-quality shooting glasses over glasses, make sure the frames fit snugly and rest comfortably around your head without interfering with your vision in any way. It’s also important to check that the temples don’t obstruct anything while in use – particularly if you shoot left-handed.
Finally, remember to always clean your lenses after each use with a non-abrasive lens cleaner specifically designed for protective eyewear so as not to destroy otherwise excellent shooting glasses. This will help ensure optimal performance and extend the life of your glasses comfortably far into the future!
Champion Traps and Targets Over-Spec Ballistic Glasses (Clear)
The Champion Vista 633 Range and Target Glasses are some of the most comfortable shooting glasses you can buy. They're lightweight, making them ideal for long days spent out in the elements, especially if you wear prescription lenses in them.
The wrap-around design means these glasses hug your face comfortably without slipping or sliding around during intense activity. The molded nose piece ensures a good fit even if your head is slightly different in size from your eyes. You won't have to worry about these falling off either - they'll stay where they're placed thanks to their four times greater impact protection than ANSI Z87.1 standards.
As with all ballistic-rated glass, these also provide enhanced clarity and sharpness as well as block any harmful rays that may be coming at you from the sun or other sources.
Shooting Glasses Over Eyeglasses, AntiFog Safety Glasses Over Prescription OTG Clear Lens
The LaneTop OTG Shooting Glasses are a great pair of shooting glasses that will protect your eyes from debris and wind while you're out in the field or on the range. They are also very effective at blocking out external light, which means they work well as prescription goggles too.
The polycarbonate wraparound lenses offer both impact resistance and protection against UV rays too. The wraparound design means that these safety glasses will protect your vision not just from side impacts but also from direct impacts to the front of the glasses if you were to suffer an injury during a shooting accident.
They come with a zip-up hard case for easy storage and have a double anti-fog coating to keep your vision clear so you can see clearly and accurately when you're taking aim at targets or engaging in any other sport or recreational activity.
NoCry Safety Glasses That Fit Over Your Prescription Eyewear. Clear Anti-Scratch Wraparound Lenses, UV400 Protection, ANSI Z87 & OSHA Certified. Use in the Lab, Travelling Black & Orange Clear
The NoCry Safety Glasses are a great choice for anyone that needs to wear prescription glasses while they're wearing the over-the-top pair of safety goggles. The wrap-around polycarbonate lenses will protect you from both sides and scratch-resistant coating, making this an ideal option for those that need both protection options.
The NoCry Safety Glasses have an ergonomic design with extendable arms so you can comfortably put them on over your prescription glasses or sunglasses. The wrap-around polycarbonate lenses mean they block out 90% of harmful UV rays, keeping your eyes safe from potential damage or loss.
With these safety glasses having ANSI Z87+ CSA Z94.3 safety certified ratings and OSHA approved, you can be sure that these are high quality and durable frames that offer excellent protection against debris and flying particles when working in the lab, traveling or doing yard work - pretty much any activity where protective eyewear is needed.
Allen Company Shooting & Safety Fit-Over Glasses for Use with Prescription Eyeglasses Clear
Allen Company Shooting & Safety
Fit-Over Glasses for Use with Prescription Eyeglasses
If you've got a pair of prescription glasses, there's no more reliable way to keep them safe than by using a set of shooting glasses. They're ideal for use with both AR-15 and shotgun slings, and they sit neatly over your regular specs so that nothing gets in the way.
The Allen Company Fit-Over Shooting Glasses are made from polycarbonate plastic, meaning they're both lightweight and durable. The frame is covered in a rubberized coating to ensure a comfortable fit, while the wrap-around shape means you won't experience any obstruction when aiming down sights. The large lenses provide 100% UV protection as well as blocking out 99% of visible light – meaning these are some seriously effective safety glasses.
Strive Fusion 2-Pack Safety Glasses Anti Fog Scratch Resistant Eye Protection - Clear UV Vented Protective Eyewear Over Glasses
When it comes to safety goggles, you can't really go wrong with the OTG Fusion. They offer all the protection of other safety goggles, but they create a more comfortable all-day fit over your everyday eyewear.
The lightweight design stops them from feeling bulky or unwieldy throughout the day. The added side covers not only protect your peripheral view but also create an anti-fog for safety glasses that helps dust and liquid particles from entering and damaging your eyes.
They come in a variety of clear colors as well as smoke gray and blue, making them perfect for any lab work or work environment where clear safety glasses are needed at all times. You won't find ventilation holes on these though – they only have two small air vents on each temple.
Conclusion
There are many great options for safety eyewear that fit over most prescription glasses. Whether you’re looking for a pair of shooting glasses or something more lightweight and comfortable to wear as street glasses, these products offer excellent protection against debris and flying particles while also providing UV protection.
Standard prescription eyeglasses versus expensive prescription safety eyewear is a no-brainer. Prescription glasses might offer you clear vision but lack the ballistic resistance needed if something happens and a casing ejects backward directly into regular glasses. Not everyone can wear large-size hats and regular glasses wonderfully on dark days for protection.
With so many choices available, it is important to consider what features are most important in order to find the best option for your needs.
No matter which product you choose, with proper care and maintenance, they should provide years of reliable service as an effective form of eye protection!
