Andy & Sheryl Unwin Posted January 26, 2021 Report Share Posted January 26, 2021 So, a question for those dive experets out there. Both Sheryl and I wear glasses, me for long distance, Sheryl for close up and distance. Obviously, unless we do something like helmet diving, we cant wear our specs under a mask. But there has to be a way either by a custom mask, or applied lenses to the inside. Are there any thoughts on which is best and why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted January 26, 2021 Report Share Posted January 26, 2021 What I've seen (a long time ago) is custom masks that integrate a set of eyeglass lenses behind the main mask glass. No idea what they cost; I don't go snorkeling anywhere near often enough to justify buying a set of those. If I had to guess, those masks simply come with a set of lens frames at a fixed size and fixed distance between each other. Then you would take them to your optician, where they can take the right measurements to grind a set of lenses to mount into those frames. Andy & Sheryl Unwin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy & Sheryl Unwin Posted January 26, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2021 5 minutes ago, JLMoran said: What I've seen (a long time ago) is custom masks that integrate a set of eyeglass lenses behind the main mask glass. No idea what they cost; I don't go snorkeling anywhere near often enough to justify buying a set of those. If I had to guess, those masks simply come with a set of lens frames at a fixed size and fixed distance between each other. Then you would take them to your optician, where they can take the right measurements to grind a set of lenses to mount into those frames. Thanks Joe appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisellama Posted January 26, 2021 Report Share Posted January 26, 2021 1 hour ago, JLMoran said: What I've seen (a long time ago) is custom masks that integrate a set of eyeglass lenses behind the main mask glass. No idea what they cost; I don't go snorkeling anywhere near often enough to justify buying a set of those. If I had to guess, those masks simply come with a set of lens frames at a fixed size and fixed distance between each other. Then you would take them to your optician, where they can take the right measurements to grind a set of lenses to mount into those frames. $$$$$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teddy Posted January 26, 2021 Report Share Posted January 26, 2021 I have readers permanently attached in my scuba mask. The local dive shop sent it out for me to have them custom fitted. $200. It looks like bifocals and works very well. Andy & Sheryl Unwin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tira04 Posted January 27, 2021 Report Share Posted January 27, 2021 I've gotten prescription swimming goggles for around $40. We got my dad a scuba mask with prescription lenses once for Christmas and it is more expensive, around $150. But he loved them! Until he took.them off and lost.them in the ocean! Haha. KristiZ and Andy & Sheryl Unwin 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melmar02 Posted January 27, 2021 Report Share Posted January 27, 2021 I need my glasses for distance, but my Rx is slight enough (about 1.25) that I don't even bother. There is a small magnification underwater anyway. DH on the other hand has terrible vision with an astigmatism (4.5 in one eye and 3.0 in the other). He uses a prescription mask for the magnification, but skips the astigmatism bit for the mask. I remember when we bought my gear when I was first getting scuba certified that they had Rx masks for sale in the dive shop (on land, not on a ship). However, he bought his last mask online at Divers Direct. This is the one he got, and you can can select a different Rx for each eye. $110. https://www.diversdirect.com/p/tusa-liberator-prescription-mask JLMoran, Nicci and Baked Alaska 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy & Sheryl Unwin Posted January 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2021 8 hours ago, melmar02 said: I need my glasses for distance, but my Rx is slight enough (about 1.25) that I don't even bother. There is a small magnification underwater anyway. DH on the other hand has terrible vision with an astigmatism (4.5 in one eye and 3.0 in the other). He uses a prescription mask for the magnification, but skips the astigmatism bit for the mask. I remember when we bought my gear when I was first getting scuba certified that they had Rx masks for sale in the dive shop (on land, not on a ship). However, he bought his last mask online at Divers Direct. This is the one he got, and you can can select a different Rx for each eye. $110. https://www.diversdirect.com/p/tusa-liberator-prescription-mask Awesome, I knew the vast base of knowledge here would yield a great result. Thank you sooo much melmar02 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRMO12HD Posted January 31, 2021 Report Share Posted January 31, 2021 I used to dive with inserts in my mask -- until -- I discovered contact lenses! If there's any way you can get them prescribed and wear them while snorkeling or scuba-ing, do try it! The salt water was much more comfortable if I got water in my mask, and I had no problem keeping them in my eyes (well, until I decided to dive in the water without my mask, and one washed out of my eye ) Ray, melmar02 and Andy & Sheryl Unwin 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melmar02 Posted January 31, 2021 Report Share Posted January 31, 2021 I agree with @IRMO12HD; if you wear contacts, they are a great option too. Then you don't have to worry about a new mask if your Rx changes (or leaving your mask at home or on the ship). Unfortunately, I can only do contacts if the excursion is early in the cruise. I think the increased salt throughout the week does something to the shape my eyes. I just can't get them in comfortably after day 4, but when I get home it's back to normal after a few days. WAAAYTOOO, Andy & Sheryl Unwin and IRMO12HD 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuttMutt Posted January 31, 2021 Report Share Posted January 31, 2021 I believe Cressi sells a mask that has replaceable lenses for people with a need for prescription lenses. I am ok to drive with correction but usually just wear contacts when I dive. I just make sure that I take along extra rewetting drops and flush my eyes well after each dive. IRMO12HD, melmar02 and Andy & Sheryl Unwin 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark06 Posted February 2, 2021 Report Share Posted February 2, 2021 I got some inserts called "Trident Dive Optx Scuba Mask Magnification Lenses" from Amazon for $25. I had issues because I did not get them placed correctly in my mask. Due to this things were blurry. Then on my second dive one of them washed out and is gone. I will probably keep the one in my mask so I can read my computer with one eye. This could be due to me installing the night before the dive. I like the concept since I can keep the mask I like and the low cost. A better way to install would be good. Some reviews use a touch of glue. Andy & Sheryl Unwin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingOz Posted February 8, 2021 Report Share Posted February 8, 2021 On 1/27/2021 at 8:47 AM, Andy & Sheryl Unwin said: So, a question for those dive experets out there. Both Sheryl and I wear glasses, me for long distance, Sheryl for close up and distance. Obviously, unless we do something like helmet diving, we cant wear our specs under a mask. But there has to be a way either by a custom mask, or applied lenses to the inside. Are there any thoughts on which is best and why. Hello Guys, I wear glasses, and I have found the cheapest option was to visit a local dive shop who sell masks which are made to be able to click on lenses onto the from of the mask lens. The beauty of these is that if your prescription changes you can simply clip on a new lens. My right eye is different to my left and so able to mix and match lens. They generally come in 0.5 increments. They are quite durable, I use them for diving and snorkelling, and mine are about three years old. There was an option where I could have glass lens ground and fitted into the mask, but they were very expensive and as a seasonal user, the clip on lens are great, highly recommend them. IRMO12HD, WAAAYTOOO, KristiZ and 1 other 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy & Sheryl Unwin Posted February 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2021 On 2/8/2021 at 6:15 PM, CruisingOz said: Hello Guys, I wear glasses, and I have found the cheapest option was to visit a local dive shop who sell masks which are made to be able to click on lenses onto the from of the mask lens. The beauty of these is that if your prescription changes you can simply clip on a new lens. My right eye is different to my left and so able to mix and match lens. They generally come in 0.5 increments. They are quite durable, I use them for diving and snorkelling, and mine are about three years old. There was an option where I could have glass lens ground and fitted into the mask, but they were very expensive and as a seasonal user, the clip on lens are great, highly recommend them. Thank you kindly Oz... We have looked at a variety of options now, and have discovered none of them will actually go to a strength Sheryl would need. Sooo, we are investigating prescription masks, or in one case, adhesive (removable) lenses. When we make a decision on how to proceed, or if we decide to save the cost, will let you know. A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyC Posted February 17, 2021 Report Share Posted February 17, 2021 I have prescription goggles that are pretty old but they work well enough for snorkeling. I bring my own snorkel usually as it's already not connected to a mask and just use the flippers & vest from the excursion. I don't have a problem with the snorkel not being attached as it stays in my mouth fine underwater. Only difference is that it doesn't hang on the side when I come out, I have to hold it or put it down. I found the goggles well worth the investment as we cruise so much. Exact prescription doesn't matter underwater so they will always be fine. Andy & Sheryl Unwin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted February 21, 2021 Report Share Posted February 21, 2021 If your are able to wear contact lenses then this option 100% On vacation i wear them everyday, only issue i have is if i forget my reading glasses when i have contacts in, makes it impossible to read the cocktail list so i just start at the top and work my way down IRMO12HD, Andy & Sheryl Unwin, WAAAYTOOO and 1 other 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy & Sheryl Unwin Posted February 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2021 On 2/8/2021 at 6:15 PM, CruisingOz said: Hello Guys, I wear glasses, and I have found the cheapest option was to visit a local dive shop who sell masks which are made to be able to click on lenses onto the from of the mask lens. The beauty of these is that if your prescription changes you can simply clip on a new lens. My right eye is different to my left and so able to mix and match lens. They generally come in 0.5 increments. They are quite durable, I use them for diving and snorkelling, and mine are about three years old. There was an option where I could have glass lens ground and fitted into the mask, but they were very expensive and as a seasonal user, the clip on lens are great, highly recommend them. Thanks Oz, much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy & Sheryl Unwin Posted February 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2021 2 hours ago, Ray said: If your are able to wear contact lenses then this option 100% On vacation i wear them everyday, only issue i have is if i forget my reading glasses when i have contacts in, makes it impossible to read the cocktail list so i just start at the top and work my way down Alas contact lenses arent an option in this case, but thank you for the advice, it is all appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy & Sheryl Unwin Posted February 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2021 On 2/16/2021 at 8:52 PM, KathyC said: I have prescription goggles that are pretty old but they work well enough for snorkeling. I bring my own snorkel usually as it's already not connected to a mask and just use the flippers & vest from the excursion. I don't have a problem with the snorkel not being attached as it stays in my mouth fine underwater. Only difference is that it doesn't hang on the side when I come out, I have to hold it or put it down. I found the goggles well worth the investment as we cruise so much. Exact prescription doesn't matter underwater so they will always be fine. Thanks, will check into these Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy & Sheryl Unwin Posted February 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2021 On 2/1/2021 at 8:56 PM, Mark06 said: I got some inserts called "Trident Dive Optx Scuba Mask Magnification Lenses" from Amazon for $25. I had issues because I did not get them placed correctly in my mask. Due to this things were blurry. Then on my second dive one of them washed out and is gone. I will probably keep the one in my mask so I can read my computer with one eye. This could be due to me installing the night before the dive. I like the concept since I can keep the mask I like and the low cost. A better way to install would be good. Some reviews use a touch of glue. Thanks Mark, good advice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy & Sheryl Unwin Posted February 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2021 On 1/31/2021 at 4:37 PM, MuttMutt said: I believe Cressi sells a mask that has replaceable lenses for people with a need for prescription lenses. I am ok to drive with correction but usually just wear contacts when I dive. I just make sure that I take along extra rewetting drops and flush my eyes well after each dive. Another one to check into, thanks for the heads up... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryAA Posted February 22, 2021 Report Share Posted February 22, 2021 Atomic also makes lenses with +1.5 to +2.5 diopters that replace the factory lenses. I have these in my dive mask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark06 Posted September 18, 2021 Report Share Posted September 18, 2021 I had originally posted a solution that I did not like. However, I recently got a mask that I like with readers built in. It is a Promate Scope Prescription mask. I was able to specify which lens I wanted in each side. I have only used it in the pool so far, but it looks like it is going to work for me. KristiZ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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