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I am not sure I would recommend my patients to buy more than 5 pairs. My record was 6, but that was because I stopped her. In terms of multiple purchases, I am especially apprehensive about taking on...

Is it only with these three premium brands? Does it happen to your own in-house stock lens?

The problem could have happened during transportation.

Would you happen to have any idea when production for Prodesign moved from Denmark to China? I've always been of the impression that they were either made in Denmark or Japan.

We have mykitas in...

Frankly, I cannot see myself in optical retail over the long haul. I am certain that I can get more satisfaction out of designing and creating new frames.

I probably see myself going back to...

Maybe the poster has researched and found those in the optical profession used to have the highest SAT scores on average. :cheers:

From the looks of it, the customized prep plan seems to be...

Somehow ICE didn't work for me. After a short 5 months, the cleanability wore out. I know some who are extremely satisfied though. Could it be a batch problem?

I do not have your wealth of experience but I definitely know what's its like be in a rut.

As with many professions, people will become tired regardless of how exciting an industry is. The best...

I have not found it strange that under prescribing has been practiced for a long time. I do that all the time. It is my belief that chasing RX is always like a race without a finish line, a process...

I fully agree with the Doc. We spent the last year or so complaining this and that about online business and consumers. But guess what, it is the reality and complaining wouldn't change a thing....

The popularity of Rimless are definitely tapering down. The late 90s up til around mid 2004 were their glory days when people went with a softer look for their glasses. Now that many are seeing...

I understand what you mean JerryB. To my boss' everlasting shame, I think he will agree with you to a great extent that many who work in optical stores just do not ahve the experience or...

Thanks for the info. I will most certainly check out this brand.

One of the unusual frame that I've been looking at is parasite (www.parasite-eyewear.com). I think it really stands out.

Are there any economical lasermarking systems that allow you to laser etch/ mark or engrave onto spectacle frames? A projection based on my current sales should see about 1,000 frames going through...

I'd like to get some opinions on Etnia glasses. They seem to be a good middle ground in terms of prices compared to other brands such as those from Denmark.

Are they usually "pushed" to customers...

A contingency approach is necessary. Some are adamant in bringing their loved ones to give their stamp of approval and will turn defensive or go away if you insist on a certain frames. Others may go...

Yes, transitions never represented these as sunglasses nor expected them to replace sunglasses but like hcjilson said, lenses which adapt to changing light conditions. Perhaps I am reading too much...

they are like 2 in 1 shampoo. Some people find it convenient and acceptable while others think it represents something of an unsavory compromise. I too get complains about it not being dark enough. ...

haha. just letting my imagination run wild. I'll never live to see that day.

Unfortunately, I am not so sanguine about the industry. Refinements in Lasik procedures will make it cheaper and more easily administered while eliminating undesirable side effects like dry eyes and...

Oh, looks like you incurred the wrath of the board big tyme. I like you too Chip. Good work on the ball.

Bigtymer, like I said in another post, we do not have much tolerance for online retailers...

I'm very curious what you guys do in such a situation. If someone comes in with the intention of buying transitions, especially based on any adverts or promotional materials, do you still ask them...

Actually, I am quite sick of the mess many online fitters create when people order online and then these people have to cheek to bring it to us expecting a miracle from us for free. I also agree that...

Yes, my post was in reponse to Cindy's reply rather. The point about providing this value added services is 1)To keep up with the competition. 2) To poach the competitors' customers.

I do not...

I'm not sure you fully realize the situation in Singapore. As a small city state, the another optical shop is on average only 2-3 miles from it's next nearest competitor. We are all victims of market...

Does anyone have a solution on cleaning silicone nosepads to make the yellowish ones clear and like new again? We do not charge for replacement of nosepads nor cleaning and alot of people are taking...