My current spectacles are getting a bit bent out of shape, so I’m looking to get some new ones.
My last few pairs have been through SpecSavers, but they’ve ended up wearing out in similar ways. Could easily relate to a pattern of mistreatment on my part, but I’m keen to try somewhere else anyway.
Where do you guys suggest around the city? Ideally still budget friendly (would like to stick around $400 if possible), but open to all suggestions.
I know how you feel. I’m hard on spectacles too. My previous set from specsavers were 2 for the price of 1. I think it was around $190 for the 2 but they ended up being heavy and hurt my nose after long periods. So the last set I splashed out and got a set with titanium frames. Came in around $550 for 2 pairs if I remember correctly. Best decision ever.
They’re light, I can wear them for the whole day and they don’t hurt my nose. They flex under abuse. I usually end up sitting on them and the frames handle it. I love them. If you can stretch your $400 upwards I would recommend it. I would pass on the extra tints or coating they offer and put that money towards the frames. My 2c.
On the flip side, I also have a cheap set from the warehouse with plastic frames I use to watch TV. $15 or something like that. Work like charm. Light as too. Only trick is, if you find a set that works for you, go back and buy 2 or 3. Warehouse and other places like that don’t often have lenses for my prescription. This way you have a spare when you sit or stand on them.