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military frames
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.
APPLY NOWserving our military since 1932
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 frames
Customizable Lenses
CR-39 Standard Plastic
Excellent optics, low cost, free with each glasses purchase.
Polycarbonate
Superior impact resistance, thin and lightweight, 100% UV protection.
Blue-Light Blocking
Polycarbonate lenses that block blue light from digital devices to reduce eye strain.
Trivex
Superior impact resistance, thin and lightweight, 100% UV protection, scratch resistant.
1.60 High Index
Thin and lightweight, 100% UV protection. Higher index = thinner lenses; helpful for stronger eye prescriptions.
1.70 High Index
Thin and lightweight, 100% UV protection. Higher index = thinner lenses; helpful for stronger eye prescriptions.
Color tints, transitions, and anti-reflective coating can be added to all lenses.
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.
Available in a wide variety of sizes. 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
For all domestic eyeglass purchases.
Free Prescription Lenses
Base price of each military frame includes CR-39 Plastic Single Vision prescription lenses.
Fast Turnaround
Frames are processed and shipped in 1-2 business days. Prescription glasses are made in the lab and shipped within 3-10 business days.
