Seriously, what the fuck is this?

  • @over_cloxOP
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    -421 days ago

    Well, my last opthalmologist (before COVID lockdown and Walmart as the only fallback) gave me the best prescription I ever had, but it’s now outdated.

    I’d like to go back to my old opthalmologist, but he’s now quoting me over $300 for a new prescription and pair of glasses…

      • @over_cloxOP
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        -321 days ago

        I prefer the quality of glasses he offers though, they don’t scratch up like Walmart shit. My last prescription would do me just fine, if only I could get them new in a new set of frames.

          • @over_cloxOP
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            -321 days ago

            My first prescription glasses were $40 plus tax, for the exam and two sets of frames and lenses.

            I get the inflation thing and all, but when did they decide to start fucking nearsighted people right in the wallet?

            • @[email protected]
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              421 days ago

              Once Luxottica bought the vast majority of glasses brands and buying off all the optometrists to only stock their stuff

    • Ghoelian
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      21 days ago

      Oh yeah I had the same issue last time I wanted just a prescription, couldn’t find a single optician that would just do an eye test without also getting glasses there.

      Ended up finding one I really liked and just also got my glasses there in the end, didn’t really have another choice.