The Report on Your Eye Secrecy

 The Report on Your Eye Secrecy

Most people who buy eyeglasses are worried about:
1. Is the 50% off discount based on a secret code?

2. Are 'extras' like as scratch and UV protection truly necessary?
3. 'Buy one, get one free' is it feasible?
4. How can I choose a frame that fits my prescription properly?
5. What gives rise to the pricing discrepancy amongst optical stores?
6. Are different lenses for eyeglasses different?
7. How can I tell if the price of my frame is too high?
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We will make an effort to address some of these inquiries in this concise report.
What's the deal with the 50% off?
When assessing this offer, let's keep common sense in mind. A company is quite unlikely to sell an item for less than what they paid for it. There are two possible explanations for why optical stores often have 50% off deals. Either the product markup is too high to begin with or they wish to get rid of old stock. They couldn't possibly earn a profit if they didn't cut prices by half.
In most cases, frames that are 50% off are no longer in production. Be wary of being lured into purchasing an out-of-date product, even though this can help you save money. It might be quite challenging, if not impossible, to replace a damaged temple piece or a shattered discontinued frame.
Also, it's not uncommon to see 50% off bargains on frames that have been marked up three to three and a half times their cost. In the end, you wind up spending nearly full price for a frame that is marked down 50%.
You might find an offer that says you can save 50% on the frame if you buy the "premium" lenses during a 50% off sale.
LOOK WHO IT IS! The price of these lenses will be more than expected. They tend to cost more than your average pair of lenses. You reason that the frame's 50% off price tag must mean it's a steal. Look around to find the best deals on lenses near you. When you look into the 50% off offer, you'll have more information.
Keep an eye out for the small print in the ads.
Businesses who offer 50% off deals all year round are only marking up their products to make them cheaper. This gives the wrong impression. You can even find that some eyeglass businesses consistently offer 50% off.
If you're looking to save money without sacrificing quality, there are more economical options available for frames and lenses.
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WHY DO OPTICALS CONSTANTLY ADVISE YOU TO BUY EXTRA ITEMS?
This is a lucrative and relatively "easy money" field for the majority of optical businesses.
Sales workers at several optical companies earn substantial commissions and incentives just for closing deals on tints, scratch coatings, UV protection, edge polishing, and service agreements.
With the use of "add-ons," the optical industry may significantly raise the price of a pair of eyeglasses for very little outlay of resources.
Extras can drive up the price of eyewear by more than 30%, resulting in astronomical profits for the business.
Ensure that you get only the necessary protective coatings. Protective coatings against scratches and UV rays are standard for specialty lenses made of materials like polycarbonate and high-index lenses.
You won't have to shell out any more cash to get these coatings applied! They have already been captured on camera!
Never pay more than necessary. Prescription lenses made of polycarbonate or high index already have scratch and UV protection coatings embedded in them.
Scratch protection, UV coating, and edge polishing are often offered by optical companies at half price when they are pushed to make a sale! Drive home your point and demand a price cut.
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'BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE': WHAT IT REALLY MEANS?
Although the second pair is being offered for free in this campaign, the 'free frame' is not the same as the first frame purchased. Typically, the "free frame" is picked out from a limited edition collection at the store. Optical stores typically charge between $2 and $4 for these affordable frames.
The first pair is overpriced and you are promised a free second set.
The free pair of lenses typically have inexpensive, uncoated lenses that are used to satisfy the prescription. Can I get a free pair from the optical?
Absolutely not!
The retailer benefits from this marketing since it drives customers to buy a 'add-on' coatings package. Scratch prevention, UV coating, and tint are the coatings in question. You can end up spending anything from $29 to $59 on all three choices.
So, on your complimentary pair, the optician will earn $23 to $53.
Actually, the first pair you bought was too expensive, and the second pair had a low-quality frame.
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MAKE YOURSELF UNIQUE IN THE WORLD OF CHEAP FRAMES!
A "cheap" frame, according to the optical industry, is one that retails for between $1 and $7. Some optical retailers sell frames for $39 to $99, however there are imported frames that cost as little as $1! Can you believe it?
Find these frames in the "Spare Pair" department, with 'Buy One Get One FREE' deals, with contact lens promotions, with certain vision insurance plans, or promoted as a "$79 Complete Pair of Glasses" at numerous optical stores.
Most of the time, frames of substandard quality are manufactured in the Far East. They tend to get tarnished really quickly. A cheap frame will break quickly, the arm coatings will chip, the screws will loosen, and the frame won't stay in adjustment.
Proceed with extreme caution when purchasing these frames.
In this context, "name brand" or "designer" frames do not have any place. Any frame with a well-known designer name on it is almost surely of high quality, will retain its alignment for a longer period of time, and will not tarnish easily.
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How to Determine Which Frame Size Is Best for Your Prescription
With most eyeglass prescriptions, there are two parts.
You can be farsighted, which means you can see well at long distances but not close up, or nearsighted, which means you can see well up close but not far away.
The prevalence of astigmatism among those who wear eyeglasses is over 70%. If you look at a football, you'll see that the cornea, the front portion of the eye, has two distinct curvatures. Therefore, in order to correct astigmatism, lenses are built with two distinct curves to account for the curvature of the eye.
The following is a sample of a possible eyeglass prescription:
OS 2.50/-1.00 X 165 OD -3.00/-1.50 X 180
Let me explain it to you.
"OD" stands for "right eye" in Latin.
OS stands for "left eye" in Latin.
In this example, the sphere is represented by the first number, which is -3.00. With this information, the optometrist can determine the appropriate power for the lens to correct nearsightedness (-) or farsightedness (). Here, we have a case where one eye is farsighted and the other is nearsighted.
The amount of astigmatism is indicated by the numbers that follow the percent symbol. The letters "X" stand for "axis," and the degrees 180 and 165 represent the astigmatic lens's location.
The spherical numbers (-3.00 and 2.50 in our case) are the ones that matter when deciding on the best prescription frame size.
The vast majority of frame styles and sizes should work with prescriptions that are less than -2.50 or 2.50. Your prescription does not call for high-index or ultra-thin lenses. You shouldn't have any problems finding a frame that meets your aesthetic standards that has standard plastic lenses and a reasonable thickness around the edges.
If your prescription is between -2.50 and -4.00, you should look for a frame that fits an eye size of 54 or smaller. Your frame's inside arm will have the size printed on it. Get the thin and light lens or a high-index frame if your style or facial shape requires a larger frame. Your lenses will end up with thick edges if you don't.
If your prescription is more than -2.50, you should not get rimless frames unless you plan on using high index lenses, as the thickness of the lenses' edges will be an issue.
If your prescription is between -4.00 and -6.00, it's recommended that you get lenses made of a high-index material and go for a small frame size. Doing so will make your spectacles appear as thin as possible.
Call 1-800-248-9427 and ask for Lens Information and Assistance if you're not sure which lenses are right for your prescription or if your prescription is very challenging or high.
Our knowledgeable staff is here to assist you in understanding your prescription and selecting the appropriate lenses. You won't pay anything for this service.
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The Importance of Single-Lens Lens Knowledge
Among the several polymers available, CR-39 is by far the most popular choice for single vision lenses. Not only is it incredibly versatile in terms of density and color, but its lightweight nature also makes it extremely pleasant to wear.
Having said that, there are CR-39 lens makers that crank out subpar lenses. 'Soft spots' of unsatisfactory eyesight can be caused by lenses that are deformed.
The lenses made by SEIKO, SILOR, and SOLA are of the highest optical quality, and you can get them coated with a highly effective scratch protector if you ask for it.
Light lenses and thin-plastic (hi-index) lenses are also on the market. This material has a greater refractive index than standard plastic lenses. Thus, a narrower lens is capable of performing the same function as a thicker one. These lenses are lighter and approximately 35% thinner than the average plastic lens.
But keep in mind that these lenses come in a variety of grades and quality. A thinner lens is achieved with a higher refractive index.
Refractive indexes of 1.60 or 1.66 are indicative of high-quality hi-index lenses. The general public is unaware of the difference between a 1.60 and a 1.54 refractive index, hence some opticals continue to utilize the former while charging for the latter. Insist for 1.60 or 1.66 refractive hi-index lenses if your prescription calls for them; they are the thinnest and most high-quality option.
These high-index lenses are what we suggest:
With a refractive index of 1.60, Silor Thin & Lite
- The refractive index of the Pentax THC 1.60
- 1.66 Pentax A very thin film that resists reflection
-Super 16 Seiko by Seiko
this is a Seiko Super 16 dial
Optima Hyper 1.60, Optima Aspheric 1.66, and any Sola product
Polycarbonate is another material that is frequently advertised as a lightweight and thin lens. You can't tint it as dark as plastic lenses, it scratches easily, and it's softer than CR-39. It sure isn't bulkier or heavier than standard plastic. Opticals frequently charge the same amount for this material as they do for high-index lenses, despite the fact that it is less expensive.
People who require safety goggles or are young should use polycarbonate because it is very shatterproof. But, on occasion, the optics of contemporary hi-index lenses are better than those of polycarbonate, which can exhibit occasional peripheral distortion. Inquire as to whether the lens is made of polycarbonate or hi-index plastic if it claims to be thinner and lighter.
Just a friendly reminder: Scratch and ultraviolet protection are built into polycarbonate and high index plastic lenses. The coatings cannot be sold as "add-ons" to either of these two materials.
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