Category: FAQS

A look at some of the more common questions associated with shooting glasses as well as answers to those questions.

  • Why are Shooting Glasses Yellow Colored?

    Why are Shooting Glasses Yellow Colored?

    As an avid shooter, I know how important it is to have the right gear for every situation. One of the essential pieces of equipment in my arsenal is a good pair of shooting glasses. However, finding the optimal pair of shooting glasses can be challenging, especially when trying to pick a lens color. While…

  • What is the ANSI Rating for Shooting Glasses? 

    What is the ANSI Rating for Shooting Glasses? 

    Researching shooting glasses can be a confusing process, especially if you take note of all the technical specifications. One technical specification that seems to confuse people deals with the ANSI certification for shooting glasses. Some protective glasses are ANSI approved, while others are not. This ambiguity leads to several questions about the ANSI certification, including…

  • Should Shooting Glasses be Polarized?

    Should Shooting Glasses be Polarized?

    The concept of a polarized lens was first invented in 1936 by Edwin Land, who would design the Land Camera for the Polaroid Company. Polarized lenses first started showing up in eyewear around 1937 and were initially used by military pilots to reduce glare and increase visibility while flying. Since being introduced, polarized lenses have…

  • Why Wear Eye Protection When Shooting?

    Why Wear Eye Protection When Shooting?

    Between my day job and the email inquiries off this site, I am asked several questions about shooting glasses daily. Interestingly enough, the most common question or questions that I’m asked are focused on the why wear eye protection when shooting question or the do I really need to shoot glasses at the range question.…