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06-29-2022, 10:24 PM

lensmanmd replied to a thread Rant in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Sorry. I answered your question. VA denied my application based on my residency. Period. 1900 LDOs in VA. And every single one is 100%...

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06-29-2022, 10:15 PM

lensmanmd replied to a thread Rant in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Popping some now. I prefer mine with a shake of Tajin and chipotle powder. A wild and spicy ride. I’m done with this rant, so I’ll enjoy the...

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06-29-2022, 07:07 PM

JB2910 started a thread Essilor Delta error code A03 in Optical and Ophthalmic Equipment

Hey all, had a few issues with error code A03 popping up over the last few months when starting the edger up. Got a few little tricks that usually...

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06-29-2022, 06:24 PM

Uilleann replied to a thread Rant in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Yet ask the public about such semantics, and 99.999% don't know, or care a whiff. A trend only likely to continue as onliners, and chains...

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06-29-2022, 05:59 PM

Lensman11 replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

When US made frames where the majority and Ronsirs Clubman and Sirmounts were the majority of frames with pads they all came with the pointy end...

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06-29-2022, 05:56 PM

Uilleann replied to a thread Two of a kind....or...just the tips? :) in Just Conversation

There's a little bit of compression from the tele lens of course, so they look a bit closer than they really were. In reality, the lead plane...

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06-29-2022, 05:12 PM

Judy Canty replied to a thread Rant in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I could not agree more. The biggest issue in VA is that ODs and MDs continue to refer to employees as opticians, licensed or not. Publicly...

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06-29-2022, 04:17 PM

drk replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I put the pointy ends up, so the luck doesn't run out.

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06-29-2022, 03:50 PM

Alex Camblor replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Liz Claiborne frames are the only frames I see that come with tear drop NP's with the pointy end facing upwards. I've always put the pointy end...

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06-29-2022, 03:36 PM

AngeHamm replied to a thread Rant in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I feel like I should perhaps elaborate on my first statement. I am not licensed. Both the best and the worst associates I've shared workspaces...

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06-29-2022, 03:27 PM

philipod#75 started a thread Ophthalmic Lenses in Optical Marketplace

Ophthalmic lenses for sale. Would prefer to sell entire list below for $35,000 plus s/h or b/o. Finished single vision plastic,...

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06-29-2022, 02:51 PM

AngeHamm replied to a thread Rant in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I don't see where he's done that at all. He's referred to specific people, as did I, not groups of people with whom he has not worked.

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06-29-2022, 02:42 PM

mervinek replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

This. "Only the little button ones work for me!" "No problem Mrs Crazy... we have those in stock and put them on any frame".... Mrs Crazy leaves...

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06-29-2022, 02:34 PM

AngeHamm replied to a thread Do you sell extra warranties or insurance to patients against scratching or breakage? in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

It has been my experience that we worry about this persnickety take-advantage-of-the-warranty patient waaaaay out of proportion to the amount of...

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06-29-2022, 02:27 PM

drk replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I think the whole button thing started when frames were eensy-weensy and the nosepads had to be small to not be obvious.

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06-29-2022, 02:26 PM

drk replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

One would think that distributing weight over a larger surface area would be the best way for sensitive people. But there are a lot of...

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06-29-2022, 01:23 PM

mervinek replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I have a few special patients that are extra sensitive and love those little round buttons. They ask for those specifically!

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06-29-2022, 01:22 PM

mervinek replied to a thread Two of a kind....or...just the tips? :) in Just Conversation

Oh wow! That's too close!! Good photo, but man, that makes me nervous looking at it!

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06-29-2022, 01:07 PM

Uilleann replied to a thread Two of a kind....or...just the tips? :) in Just Conversation

Those big fat old radials have such a lovely growl - and while the jets screaming by in full afterburner are always immensely cool, there's just...

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06-29-2022, 12:53 PM

drk replied to a thread Do you sell extra warranties or insurance to patients against scratching or breakage? in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Dan's on a month-long roll.

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06-29-2022, 12:52 PM

drk replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Hey, remember those stupid little round ones?

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06-29-2022, 12:44 PM

Steve Machol replied to a thread Two of a kind....or...just the tips? :) in Just Conversation

Very nice!

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06-29-2022, 12:42 PM

Uilleann started a thread Two of a kind....or...just the tips? :) in Just Conversation

A cheeky pair of T-6 Texans (or SNJ's...or Harvards...depending on your preference) flying in extremely tight formation at last weekend's Utah Air...

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06-29-2022, 11:45 AM

cpridgen60 started a thread Optician (Part-time) in The Job Board

Optician (Part-time) Tired of working nights, weekends and holidays! Then look no more! Mattax Neu Prater Eye Center Optical department is open...

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06-29-2022, 11:23 AM

NAICITPO replied to a thread Do you sell extra warranties or insurance to patients against scratching or breakage? in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Very well said @DanLiv

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06-29-2022, 11:03 AM

Uncle Fester replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Now do the right thing and call those who are wearing it wrong so you can fix it. :tongue: Welcome to OB btw!! For discussion- Is there a...

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06-29-2022, 11:02 AM

DanLiv replied to a thread Do you sell extra warranties or insurance to patients against scratching or breakage? in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

I agree with both Barry and drk. I do not sell or separately offer a warranty. My stated guarantee is one year one time replacement of SRC/AR lenses...

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06-29-2022, 10:35 AM

Uilleann replied to a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

Personal preference. Almost no manufacturers make their frames that way (if they have replaceable pads) however. And D or teardrop pads will almost...

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06-29-2022, 10:32 AM

Parks133 started a thread oooh...Nose pad orientation. in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

A "tech" from a big box chain instructed myself (30 year board certified optical veteran) on the proper orientation of the replacement of nose pads....

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06-29-2022, 10:30 AM

Uilleann replied to a thread Rant in General Optics and Eyecare Discussion Forum

*Grabs popcorn*

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