Ask me anything about eyeglasses and the industry

[ah_long]

I've been trying to get a good pair of sunglasses, the crappy ones at drugstores just aren't cutting it. I looked at the thread in hot deals for online stores like goggles4u, but their tinted lens don't have UV protection (which I feel is essential in sunglasses).

How $ would a pair of decent/no name (but not ass ugly) sunglasses cost? I have slight astigmatism but can go with no prescription if it would cost a lot. The ones I usually see in eyeglass stores all cost ~250+

1. tinted lens should have UV protection, at least the ones we sell does
2. RX sunglasses would go from $130 and up (frame and lenses included, you have a lot of choices even at the $130 price, and decent quality with one year warrantee to back you up)

[ah_long]

I looked through the thread but couldn't see what brand of lenses you use. I was looking at Sams Club and they use SLR(I think that's the spelling - apparently the biggest manufacturer).

When is the least busiest day to visit ?

well, i'm working full time now, so you could drop by in any weekday and I would most likely be there..

for 1.67 index, we use Sola lenses.... apparently, they all come with the same coatings, and does not vary in terms of quality... there's no visible difference or any harm done to your eyes with different brand of lenses....

[ah_long]

ahlong, do you know anything about contact lenses, specifically the cost of orthokeratology lenses?

if you are talking about the ones that you wear at night so that you don't have to wear glasses/contact lenses in the day, no I don't have any information on that as those are usually prescribed by optometrists...

I have some knowledge of other contact lenses

[ah_long]

does your store have any Prescription Swim Goggles? how much is the cheapest ones?

also, does your store offer Free Eye examination like Fuji optical?

1. no we don't have RX swin goggles
2. no we don't offer illegal eye examination like Fuji optical... it was proven that some of the examinations were performed by the owner of fuji optical who wasn't even a graduate of university, I wouldn't take my eyes to him... the rest of the examinations are performed by an old man who only carries a MD degree instead of an OD. Their examinations lasts for only 5 minutes and only check for your prescription, I used to work there. Go there once, you will never go back again.

[ah_long]

how much would it cost? is it basically a replacement to the existing lens?

replacing the existing lenses would cost only $80...

[scottmcl]

possible to off topic:

Is it true that Daily and monthly conacts are exactly the same?

ie...A daily conact can be used for a wole month?

I think I heard this on 60minutes...

[aquariaguy]

possible to off topic:

Is it true that Daily and monthly conacts are exactly the same?

ie...A daily conact can be used for a wole month?

I think I heard this on 60minutes...

Well a lot of "sample" contacts you get can be worn for a month. Also some monthly contacts can be worn for more than a month. My friend wears the Cooper Vision Encore's and he can wear them for over 40 days. You'll know when you can't wear them anymore.

[Homer88]

Can I come to Pmall and get some sample contacts from you?

[atb1o1]

Hi I have a question regarding transistion lens.

I just ordered a pair (unfortunatly if i have discovered this thread earlier I would have came to you instead) They said Essilor is better than Nikon, while all the other places in the mall (First Markham) say if you want the best get Nikon since they are well know for making lens. I followed my usual optical store's advice and got the Essilor since he said it was the same price and they have less complains from customer that bought Essilor while more complains from customer that bought Nikon. $150. Did i make a mistake with going for Essilor instead of Nikon? This is my first transistion lens and I'm hoping I made a good choice.

BTW I didn't know you can get prescription sunglasses with oakley frames!!! I think i'll be getting one next year!!

Thanks!!

[commie]

I think i saw you today at 88..were you wearing a green polo shirt?

I was there with my wife...she bought a pair of chanel glasses....didn't see any name tags on you guys....so went with the first guy to come up to us..

[gordholio]

Why are prices so high on prescription glasses?
Frames cost so much, yet they are cheap and bend or break very easily.
Just look at the deals that people have posted on RFD - a complete pair of glasses for around $35 (including shipping from halfway around the world).
Prices in Canada seem to be way too high.

[trusoulja2g]

Why are prices so high on prescription glasses?
Frames cost so much, yet they are cheap and bend or break very easily.
Just look at the deals that people have posted on RFD - a complete pair of glasses for around $35 (including shipping from halfway around the world).
Prices in Canada seem to be way too high.

You can buy reading glasses for $1, which tells you how cheap basic eyeglasses frames can be.

There are several reasons why glasses are expensive in Canada.
1. They are considered a medical item, so quality and authenticity are more important than price.
2. Most people have insurance coverage, which makes them less price sensitive.
3. Glasses are a fashion item and often worn on a daily basis, so many people are willing to spend a lot to get the look they want.

For those three reasons, I'd much rather pay $400 for a pair of fashionable, high-quality glasses than $35 for a basic pair.

BTW, the premium for fashionable designer frames is significantly less at P-Mall stores like Optical 88 than at typical optical boutiques.

[CaptChaos]

ah long, thanks for taking all these questions. I have a couple questions on high index plastic lenses.

1) Is there any difference between the high index brands? 1.67 and 1.74.

2) How much for Nikon4, Nikon5, and the new Seemax lenses?

3) Do you have any comments on Seemax?

Thanks.

[ah_long]

possible to off topic:

Is it true that Daily and monthly conacts are exactly the same?

ie...A daily conact can be used for a wole month?

I think I heard this on 60minutes...

i highly doubt it

[ah_long]

Can I come to Pmall and get some sample contacts from you?

not really