Virtual optician attempt
Jul. 10th, 2016 06:32 pmWell, I gave ordering glasses online a try - prescription in hand, it still took forever to figure out how all the measurements on the glasses themselves go but it really was quite a lot cheaper.
First set I got I found out why it would have been worth it to pay more for the fancy thinner lenses. These are pretty heavy, I've been spoiled by my very lightweight ones and forgot how heavy "regular" lenses are. :-/ Also found out I need to pay attention to how long the earpieces are and whether they are adjustable. The prescription is just fine, for that I'm thankful.
Tried again today, reaaallly hoping this next set works better for comfort, and I can always use the "old" heavy ones as backup specs. The upside is even with now inadvertantly having to order TWO glasses, I'm still paying less than I would have for just one at a regular shop. Just hope I don't have to go around a third time on this learning curve!
First set I got I found out why it would have been worth it to pay more for the fancy thinner lenses. These are pretty heavy, I've been spoiled by my very lightweight ones and forgot how heavy "regular" lenses are. :-/ Also found out I need to pay attention to how long the earpieces are and whether they are adjustable. The prescription is just fine, for that I'm thankful.
Tried again today, reaaallly hoping this next set works better for comfort, and I can always use the "old" heavy ones as backup specs. The upside is even with now inadvertantly having to order TWO glasses, I'm still paying less than I would have for just one at a regular shop. Just hope I don't have to go around a third time on this learning curve!