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Eyeglass frames

Flika13 — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:10:44 GMT

My eyeglasses have Silhoutte rimless frames, 2 ear pieces and 1nose piece. Two eyeglass places have told me they do not reuse the silhouette frames and one place has told me that it can be reused. has anyone reused their rimless frames?

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mspatmac — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:12:03 GMT

When my prescription changed I was unable to find a place to have the frames reused. Had to buy new frames.

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Meowingkitty — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:25:42 GMT

I used to wear rimless (before cataract surgery) and was able to reuse the frames if I wanted to. I didn't because I was so nearsighted I couldn't give up my glasses to have a new prescription so I always bought new frames.

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Tinkrbl44 — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:35:23 GMT

Every time I had a new prescription for glasses I was told they couldn't use the same frames and would have to get new ones. Honestly, it felt it was a little bit of a scam.

However, I've also always felt that eye glasses are jewelry for the face (as are sunglasses) so I just got into the process of finding new, flattering jewelry for the face. Besides, a little change is nice.

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ECBG — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:45:15 GMT

I do "mono vision" with one contact. My backup glasses still serve me on the extremely rare occasion I need to use them. They're wire rims.

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On It — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:50:07 GMT

@Flika13 I would think the age of the frames would be a consideration. The lenses for some prescriptions cost far more than the frames. I would be hesitant to reuse older frames that might break causing a new pair to have to be made resulting in paying for expensive lenses twice.

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granddi — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:51:51 GMT

@Flika13 wrote:
My eyeglasses have Silhoutte rimless frames, 2 ear pieces and 1nose piece. Two eyeglass places have told me they do not reuse the silhouette frames and one place has told me that it can be reused. has anyone reused their rimless frames?

As you know Silhouette frames are expensive and certaintly not a one use item.

Yes, definitely reuse if you wish. Rimless frames and lenses for them are difficult to work with. My guess is that the opticals that declined just didn't have labs that were skilled to do the job. You are usually asked to sign a waver that your frame could break in the process but that's just standard policy.

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patbz — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:53:55 GMT

Always buy new frames when I renew my prescription annually. Not a problem as my progressives, including frames were $110 and DH's progressives and frames were $67 (thank you Zennioptical).

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RealtyGal2 — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 03:09:41 GMT

@Flika13 wrote:
My eyeglasses have Silhoutte rimless frames, 2 ear pieces and 1nose piece. Two eyeglass places have told me they do not reuse the silhouette frames and one place has told me that it can be reused. has anyone reused their rimless frames?

Yes. I paid a lot of money for mine (titanium) and I have reused them. I don't know why you would not be able to unless the eyeglass store is just trying to make more money off of you. The place I go has been my "go to" for years and I have spent a lot of money on frames there over the years..

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Mistreatedbycs — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 04:08:16 GMT

@Flika13

Most opticians will not reuse your frame.....

They want to sell you a new frame, most frames are marked up 500-1000%.

People with optical insurance usually have one complete pair of glasses paid for them per year.

There could be another reason, your new lenses will not fit the frames if there's a dramatic change.

Another reason is that the optical company is now responsible for your frames (personal property) and they do not want to accept any of that.

Hope that helps.

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millieshops — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 11:46:49 GMT

@Flika13 I was able to reuse my Silhouttes at the local shop I prefer to any of the national chains, but that was a few years back so I can't tell you if they are still offering them.

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Eileen in Virginia — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:27:59 GMT

I have my eyes examined once a year and there's usually enough of a change in my vision (either plus or minus) to require new glasses. I've always been able to reuse the frames on alternating years. I'm sure some of those frames have been Silhouettes. If you think about it, the Lions Club wouldn't be able to reuse old pairs of eyeglasses if what you were told was true.

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freakygirl — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:43:16 GMT

it can definitely be reused. my husband and i have done it many times. we have many of the silhouette styles

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Jo1313 — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:42:51 GMT

At a National chain last month..I couldn't find frames that I really liked..They used the ones that I have..I had to sign a waiver that if the frames broke..they were not responsible.

I was not a money thing just didn't like anything.

My glasses came back fine with my new progressive, transition lenses.

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wagirl — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:02:58 GMT

I have always used my original frames until I get tired of them----never have been told I couldn't. My frames are plastic and metal so not like OPs but still---I think the optical business is pretty much a scam anyway----hundreds of $$ for the lenses---oh come on------

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Lipstickdiva — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:28:32 GMT

@patbz wrote:
Always buy new frames when I renew my prescription annually. Not a problem as my progressives, including frames were $110 and DH's progressives and frames were $67 (thank you Zennioptical).

@patbz what?????? I have vision insurance through my DH and I just had to get progressive lenses. With my insurance, which is really good, I paid $687.00 for my exam, contact lense fitting, frames and lenses. That doesn't include my contacts.

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patbz — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:44:52 GMT

@Lipstickdiva : I have been using Zennioptical for 18 years ( as have others on this board) and their glasses are terrific and stylish. They are all online and are made in China. Their Customer Service is terrific and in California. I have never had "terrific" optical insurance and as a retiree I have none. From start to finish, I get my glasses in 2 weeks, You need your PD, which your doctor will give you if you ask or Zenni gives you directions on how to measure yourself.

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arrabella — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 16:09:24 GMT

@Lipstickdiva wrote:
@patbz wrote:
Always buy new frames when I renew my prescription annually. Not a problem as my progressives, including frames were $110 and DH's progressives and frames were $67 (thank you Zennioptical).
@patbz what?????? I have vision insurance through my DH and I just had to get progressive lenses. With my insurance, which is really good, I paid $687.00 for my exam, contact lense fitting, frames and lenses. That doesn't include my contacts.

So do we ,and never have our glasses been less than $550.00. This in not because of expensive frames, just the lenses. On my last visit i wanted a back-up pair using my old frame and the cost was over $1000.00! No thanks!

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Buffalogal47 — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 12:17:09 GMT

I always get new glasses when I get a new prescription. I know they are expensive, but I only have one pair of eyes and I am so nearsighted that I need to wear them all the time. It's nice to change up every 2 or 3 years. Glasses are one thing I don't mind splurging on.

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qvcaddition — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:34:05 GMT

I was able to reuse frames. Recently I lost my beautiful prescription glasses. I could not believe it. Went to the three places I was at that day. I had my sunglasses on, and stupid me had my pres. ones hanging on my shirt . Figured i lost them when I bent down to get something from a shelve in the store.

I kept going back for weeks and calling and no luck in finding them. I had old pairs at home I wore until my new glasses were ready. Loved the frames and had to replace with frames that are OK, but not like my old ones.

What a bad week that was. Had a new roof on house, 19,000, my car broke down, close to 2,000 and then new glasses, 300.00. Bummer, when things happen. My fault on the glasses. I went on Amazon and found some beautiful chains to hold the glasses around my neck. The chains, which I nevere liked wearing before, are really very pretty, like jewerly.

They look good with the new frames. I keep looking for my old frames, because no one can wear the glasses,

they are a strong prescription, but they can use the frames for new glasses, so I don't understand anyone being told they can't use their frames for new lenses. I also have silhoutte frames.