Recreational shooting, whether it involves static targets or clay pigeons, places greater demand on your eyesight than most other activities.

Many people who have adequate enough eyesight to not typically require glasses may benefit from a pair of dedicated shooting glasses. People with registered sight issues typically benefit from a bespoke pair rather than using lens inserts or their street wear glasses.

Many shooters with sight issues ask whether they can use contact lenses rather than a dedicated pair of glasses that provide safety, lens filtration, comfort and accuracy when shooting.

Whilst it is possible that this can work for you, it generally comes with its own set of issues, which can be far more of a challenge when shooting than in day-to-day life.

Lenses can sometimes create a fog or haze if they become dirty, they can move on the eye and can also cause dryness. Because you are focusing your eyes intently when shooting, the risk of the latter can become significant.

The potential for eye strain during prolonged shooting sessions also cannot be understated, particularly when focusing to pick up distant targets.

Ultimately, there are a lot of options when it comes to shooting with sight issues. In most cases, it is better to rely on a pair of prescription glasses designed for shooting rather than contacts.