Eye Protection

[ssmith1627]

Any recommendations ? I have safety glasses but my biggest complaint from two different pair is that they don't fit all the way flush to your face. So I still get dust / particles in my eye at times from the underside which is then even worse because I have to remove the glasses to get it out. My other problem is that it's hot and humid here in Tennessee and they immediately fog up and become just about worthless.

I've tried the goggles as well -- which at least eliminates anything getting in your eye but is even worse with fogging up.

Wondering what you guys use and if you have any of the same issues. I definitely wouldn't mind spending some money on good eye protection, ESPECIALLY if it would help eliminate the above two problems.

Thanks,
Steve

[scorrpio]

For fogging, get some anti-fog spray. I use the same one I use for my diving mask, works well.

Far as fit, go to HD and try on a bunch - after a couple minutes, I was able to find a pair of glasses that fit my face pretty well.

[final_t]

I have the U.S. Safety Legend Goggle from Major Safety.com. $5.40/each. They work pretty good and fog up less than others.
http://www.majorsafety.com/moreinfo....TOKEN=27229118

You might also try EyeArmor and see if they work better for you. I have a set on order which should arrive this week so I can see if they work better or not and are worth the $20 cost.

[Tequila]

A few times recently I've used a full face shield, and was surprised that I found it more comfortable than glasses or goggles. The visibility is great, nothing gets caught up from underneath like with goggles, and it doesn't slip off your nose when you start to sweat.

I'll still be using glasses most of the time, but for dusty work like routing I'll probably pull out the face shield again next time.

[ssmith1627]

I saw the face shields.....and the warning on the one I saw said that you still had to wear safety glasses with it, which made no sense to me. Maybe it was just a cheap one.

I wondered about it fogging as well but I'm gonna try Dick's Sporting Goods today to see about the anti-fog spray that scorpio mentioned above.

Thanks guys.

Steve

[Ken Weaver]

I have prescription (OSHA certified) safety glasses that I use in the shop. I also use a full face mask when turning or other really dusty activity or where things are likely to fly around. My glasses came with clip-on thingys to cover the sides, but I reach for the mask when I want more protection than the glasses offer. I found the mask much more comfortable than goggles covering the glasses. The mask wasn't expensive, can't remember if I got it at the BORG or Woodcraft. No problem with the mask or glasses fogging up.

The only problem I've had is when turning with the mask on and I try to blow some chips off the work - duhhh.

[BobSch]

Add me to the glasses-plus-face-shield gang. My take is that the shield is designed to stop everything but a fast-flying, sharp piece of metal, and the glasses will stop that.

Maybe it's belt-and-suspenders thinking, but since I wear glasses anyway...

[Tequila]

One more thing I've learned thanks to this board. I wasn't aware that safety glasses were needed under the face shield.

Thanks for pointing it out before I learned the hard way.

[final_t]

EyeArmor

Got them today, and they rock. No distortion, no fog, very comfy. Did a bunch of things - plywood with circ saw & ts, routed a lettered sign with an inlay, sharpened a gouge and did some turning with it. No dust on the glasses. And did I mention it was 90f with 75+% humidity in the shop? IMHO, outperformed my fav-rav $5.40 goggles with the anti-fog wipes. Worth the $20.

[cwsmith]

Fortunately, the place I am retired from still let's us get prescription safety glasses as part of our benefit program. All safety glasses now come with side-shields which I highly recommend. If fitted properly, they shouldn't slip, but of course, the one-size fits all would be a problem. Personally, I think I would try one of the optical companies and see if they have OSHA safety glasses available. Even if it was clear glass, I think the cost would be worth the effort, because then the frames would be fitted to you personally.

Also, they do make an adjustable band that will hold the glasses in place. These are most often used for playing sports.

I've used a full-face shield in the past and like them. Especially if your wood turning or getting a lot of debris from the drill press, bench sander, etc.

I've been looking for a full face shield to fit my 8 yr old grandson. I think it would be more protective and perhaps easier for him to get used to than safety glasses.

Thanks,

CWS

[Pappy]

I get an exam and new glasses thru the VA every year. nice frames, not the military style. I have an older frame made for sunglasses and then hit Brooks Army Hospital for a pair of military frames. I have wings that attach to them for shop safety glasses.

[mater]

I use safety prescription glasses with side shields and I don't have a problem unless I put a faceshield on over them and then they tend to fog up. When I try to use goggles they usually always fog. HF has a nice faceshield they put on sale for $10.00. It is about $20.00 elsewhere. If I remember correctly it is the same one Woodcraft and Sears sell.

[Stytooner]

Almost exclusively use the polycarbonate face shields. I have used goggles with sanding, grinding and cutting metal and plastic, but full face protection is far better. It would certainly be a pleasure to get to work with some wood every now and then.
I do really, sometimes. I have wood stock in the shop that just suddenly hollers at me and I have to attend to its needs.

[LarryG]

Got them today, and they rock. No distortion, no fog, very comfy. [snip] And did I mention it was 90f with 75+% humidity in the shop? IMHO, outperformed my fav-rav $5.40 goggles with the anti-fog wipes. Worth the $20.

Sounds perfect. Where'd you get 'em, please? And is there a specific model name/number?

[final_t]

EyeArmor

Sounds perfect. Where'd you get 'em, please? And is there a specific model name/number?

I got mine from WoodWokers Supply. Item # 193053, but they only stock one size/color (clear, midsize, $16.99+sh). URL:
http://woodworker.com/cgi-bin/FULLPR...ARTNUM=145-637

The manufacturer is Live Eye Wear, and their product page is at:
http://www.liveeyewear.com/eyearmor/

There you can check for local-to-you vendors (none for me!), or order online at Heavy Glare, which stocks all the color/sizes ($24.99+sh). URL:
http://www.heavyglare.com/catalog/brand.php?brand=306