Originally Posted by
roger wiegand
I had the strong impression from my optometrist (and real examples, like my music stand glasses) that he could specify exactly how big each area was as well as where the transitions were and how quickly they transitioned and that the lab would grind them to his specification, without consideration for who made the lens blank. I have to admit that (having worn glasses for 65 years now) I didn't even know lenses were branded. I can't remember ever being offered a choice.
One optician I trust the most has tried several top brands but mostly Varilux and Zeiss. He would love to provide me the best vision available. He says the Varilux Comfort what works the best for most people and recommends them for me. It's also the lowest cost of all the progressives he sells. He sells the more expensive versions of Varilux and Zeiss but tells me "lens makers make a lot of claims". He's not found the claims true and has tried them.
Unfortunately the consumer can't test eyeglass lenses without commiting time and money. I've used Zenni for years now and been happy. This time I'm ready to "pay up" and get better vision, but my local opticians aren't to inspiring. They offer lens price ranges of $300 to $600. But if even the"deluxe lenses" don't work for you there's no refund. They only offer to make you a pair of $100 bifocals and call it good. Zenni is much lower cost and gives you a 50% refund or 100% store credit if your unhappy.
Roger,
Sounds like you have custom lenses. I'd love to know what brand the lenses are.
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