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    Gradient Rx Polarized Lenses

    I believe they are out there. Anyone know who makes them, color(s) available, material(s), styles (SV or other)? Enquiring mind wants to know.... Thanks.

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    just tint one like Maui jim

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    I need info

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    I have ordered a Gray 1 and darkened the upper myself... I believe you should becareful as I heard it can delam the polar layer... never happen yet to me, but I guess it could in theory??

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    Tint prior to edging.

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    Quote Originally Posted by optical24/7 View Post
    Tint prior to edging.

    Dont let my TX education fool you, I figured that one out all by myself ;)

    ps, I received the polar 1 from younger they look like a polar 50-60%

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    The light polarized lenses don't work as well as the dark ones. Yellow is available but doesn't even have a polarization axis. If they are interested in polarized - discourage gradient and/or lighter tints. They just dont work.

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    As I stated, enquiring mind wants to know about the availability of these particular lenses. I am not looking at alternatives as I am aware of them, and I am not looking for a solution for a customer/patient. I know these lenses exist, I just want to know who makes them. If anyone does, thanks for the reply or PM me.

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    Eyenovate has them custom made for their Chemistrie Layers (Clips), they have 8 colors in gradient polar and look terrific. They have considered semi-finished but if they knew there was interest it would help. Joe Zewe is on here, Joe?

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    Steve, I was the original poster my post has disappeared.

    FEZZ moderating @ happy hour again or VB bug?


    ...actually at least first 3 posts gone.

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    I just rec'd from Nassau Lens 2pr CR39 6 Base Grey Gradient Plano & 2pr. 8 BC Grey Gradient Plano

    Expensive, but worth it.

    FWIW

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    Thank Barry, I explained on post #3 which has now disappeared I was looking for semi-finished blanks. Poster #2 had made a similar comment on planos.

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    Why didn't you tint them yourself?

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    Brah, your post is on page 2.

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    Quote Originally Posted by braheem24 View Post
    Steve, I was the original poster my post has disappeared.

    FEZZ moderating @ happy hour again or VB bug?


    ...actually at least first 3 posts gone.
    Hmmm...I have no idea to tell the truth. I've checked and cannot find any indication of those posts being deleted or ever existing. Weird.


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    Quote Originally Posted by optical24/7 View Post
    Brah, your post is on page 2.
    Page #2? Something weird is going on here.

    http://www.optiboard.com/forums/show...-do-they-exist
    Last edited by Robert Martellaro; 01-16-2014 at 11:13 AM.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Robert Martellaro View Post
    Page #2? Something weird is going on here.

    http://www.optiboard.com/forums/show...-do-they-exist
    That would explain it. Two different threads with almost identical titles. Thanks Robert.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Steve Machol View Post
    That would explain it. Two different threads with almost identical titles. Thanks Robert.
    George had it right- I thought he meant page two of the thread, instead it was page #2 of this forum.
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    Quote Originally Posted by sharpstick777 View Post
    Eyenovate has them custom made for their Chemistrie Layers (Clips), they have 8 colors in gradient polar and look terrific. They have considered semi-finished but if they knew there was interest it would help. Joe Zewe is on here, Joe?
    If a clip will do, our gradient lenses for Chemistrie clips are polarized and have a backside AR. They are available in 8 different colors.

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    Polarized glasses do not provide universal protection from glare. If the wearer tilts his or her head past 45° or so, more of the horizontal light can enter and cause bright spots. In addition, these lenses do not usually work with snow glare because snow tends to reflect light equally in all directions, rather than the mostly horizontal reflection off of liquid water. It is strongly recommended that downhill skiers in particular not wear polarized sunglasses; ice does reflect horizontally, and these glasses can make dangerous icy spots less visible.

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    Polarized Gradient SFSV Lenses

    Quote Originally Posted by OIC View Post
    I believe they are out there. Anyone know who makes them, color(s) available, material(s), styles (SV or other)? Enquiring mind wants to know.... Thanks.
    Hi, I know this is quite an old post, but I just wanted to let you know that Younger Optics has recently released a polarized gradient single vision lens, in gray and brown. See link for more specs.

    youngeroptics.com/nupolargradient

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    YO Aimee. Are these lens more polarized at the top than at the bottom. That's what I'm guessing.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mshimp View Post
    YO Aimee. Are these lens more polarized at the top than at the bottom. That's what I'm guessing.
    NuPolar Gradient lenses offer the same amount of polarization from top to bottom. When you look at the lens, you'll notice that the lens gradates to a light gray on the bottom; it is not completely clear.

    You can see a computer illustration of the lens at : http://youngeroptics.com/nupolargradient

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