No matter what shooting sport you participate in, shooting glasses are a must have. The majority of shooting activities take place near the face, it only makes good sense to protect the eyes.
As a shooter, you may experience ricochets, assorted flying objects (such as ejecting shells), wind, sun and dust. With those adverse conditions, it only makes good sense to use good eye protection that is produced specifically for that use. Although everyday sunglasses are better than nothing, you are substantially better off with a pair of protective glasses specifically produced for shooting.
But when searching for a quality pair of shooting glasses, what factors do you look at to assist you make an educated purchase?
Consider evaluating the following items when making your decision:
* Lens Material * Lens Impact Resistance * Lens UV protection * Lens Coverage
Let's look at each one in more detail:
Lens Material - Most of the shooting industry feels that Polycarbonate is the best lens material for protective glasses. Polycarbonate is a type of LEXAN from G.E., which is the same material used for bulletproof glass in autos. This material is so hard that a special diamond grinding wheel must be used to cut the lens. Lighter, more durable, more impact-resistant than any other lens material on the market today, Polycarbonate is considered the top choice for shooting glasses.
Lens Impact Resistance - In light of the application, this is probably the most important factor to be concerned with. Impact resistance ratings are typically standardized through agencies and groups like Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OHSA), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and the U.S. Military. These standardized rating provide the minimum recommended impact resistance for safety based lens. I'd suggest choosing shooting glasses with lens that meet or exceed all three standards.
Lens UV Protection - UV radiation is the low frequency light waves produced by the sun. There are three forms of UV rays, but we only need to be concerned with one: UVB. UVB is responsible for sunburn, prolonged eye damage, and most forms of skin cancers. It can (penetrate|go through} thin cloud layers and up to three feet of water. To provide adequate protection, look for shooting glasses that absorb at least 99% of UV radiation.
Lens Coverage - It's imperative that the lens adequately cover enough of the eye area to provide proper protection. This is especially important for the side areas of the eye. Look for lens that wrap around past the sides of the eye for complete coverage.
I hope that the information featured in the article were useful, and will help you choose the best pair of shooting glasses for your needs.
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