We understand that buying prescription shooting glasses can be a significant investment, so if you’re planning to try your hand at a few different kinds of shooting you might want to save a bit of money and use the same glasses for all situations.
However, that may not be possible – in reality it depends more on the type of gun you’ll be using than it does on what you’ll be shooting at.
But let’s start with the basics… what options do you have for both target or clay pigeon shooting glasses?
When it comes to lenses, there are two choices on the market: those made with polycarbonate and those made from plastic. Both perform equally well when it comes to the prescription and the clarity of the lens.
However, for certain firearms you will need to choose a pair of glasses with polycarbonate lenses for safety reasons. This is because polycarbonate is shatterproof, which is essential when you’re using more powerful firearms like full-bore rifles.
The same stipulation doesn’t apply, however, if you will only be using small-bore rifles, indoor air pistols or indoor air rifles.
For the most part, this means you can choose either lens material for your glasses, as clay pigeon shooting in the UK and indoor shooting does not require full-bore rifles. These kinds of firearms are used for outdoor target shooting, given their range of 300–1,000 yards.
Other considerations in addition to lens material are the tint of your lenses, which should be chosen based on the light conditions, as well as the fit of the frames.
Rather than needing to purchase two pairs of glasses to accommodate shifting light, you can buy one pair with photochromic lenses that adjust to the light levels you’re in. These work in the same way as regular prescription glasses that are designed to go dark when in the sun.
