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military eyewear
From Rochester Optical, faithful supplier of eyewear for the military since 1932.
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Military Discount
For our active, reservist, veteran and retired military personnel and family: we extend a site-wide, unlimited 20% discount as our way of saying thank you for your service.
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In the 1940s, Rochester Optical manufactured these vintage red-lens glasses for anti-aircraft gunners and aviators. The red tint blocks all colors of the visible light spectrum except red. Because rod cells are not sensitive to red wavelengths, pilots who wore these lenses could quickly adjust to darkness, which was crucial for nighttime flights. The lenses also helped anti-aircraft gunners see and track the flaming course of machine gun tracer shells.
Today, we continue to excel at anticipating and meeting our country's eyewear needs. Whether you're looking for standard issue eyeglasses, the legacy BCGs, or prescription inserts for gas masks, we have the solution that has you covered.
our military selection
SHOP S9 FRAMES
The original standard-issue S9 frames, referred to by the military as "BCGs" (Birth Control Glasses). Discontinued in 2012, lives on through Frame of Choice.
S9 Heritage Frames are also available: see the rectangular S9-1As and the rounder S8s.
Base price includes CR-39 plastic Single Vision prescription lenses.
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DEISGNED TO FIT UNDER MASKS, HELMETS, SHIELDS, GOGGLES, & MORE
THE UnderRx COLLECTION
01
Air-Tight Seal
Will not break your SCBA seal to ensure no dangerous gases are inhaled while in action.
Compatible with SCBA/SCUBA masks and most Virtual Reality headsets.
02
Viewing Experience
The widest view with the least amount of aberration.
03
Viewing Experience
Wear your UnderRx frames at all times: no changeover process is needed from emergency situations to your daily routine.
04
Lightweight Comfort
Conducive to comfortable wear under safety MVA goggles, glasses, and shields.
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Free Shipping
UPS Overnight Shipping included with most domestic orders. PO Boxes and military addresses may experience longer shipping times.
Free Prescription Lenses
All prescription orders come with FREE CR-39 Standard Plastic Single Vision lenses.
Lenses are customizable for an additional cost.
Fast Turnaround
Frame-only orders are processed and shipped in 1-2 business days. Prescription glasses are made in the lab and shipped within 3-10 business days.
