Glasses for Airsoft

[thorgrim29]

Hey, so I'm getting into airsoft and while it's very fun, having to wear sky goggles to be sure my eyes are protected is a pain (especially at night....). So I was wondering if there's an alternative, sort of like Jamie from Mythbusters has, a pair of sunglasses that extent and cover the eye completely. I found a few manufacturers, but they seemed either very expensive of a bit shifty.

So, what do Airsofters In The Playground like to use?

[thubby]

there's always paintball masks.
or am i about to be linched :smallconfused:

[Scoot]

Paintball masks work just fine.

Although I just bought some "Airsoft Goggles".

They look something like this. (http://www.google.com/products/catalog?hl=en&q=airsoft+goggles.&cid=3338395682929011044&ei=S1-6S-zwOJDMiwT42tmDBQ&sa=title&ved=0CAcQ8wIwADgA#p)

Similar to Ski Goggles, but aren't as big.

[Force]

Buy special paintball or airsoft goggles. They're probably more up your alley. However, unless you don't value your eyes, do not wear glasses or goggles not designed specifically for airsoft.

[Egiam]

Firstly, I recommend this (http://www.airsoftforum.com/board/forums.html) forum for airsoft questions.

Secondly, it depends on what kind of airsoft you play. Around my house, I play games with $20-$60 spring powered weapons. For that I recommend shooting glasses (made for airsoft) such as this (http://www.airsoftgi.com/product_info.php?products_id=3660).

When I drive out to my local club, I am constantly hit by ~400 FPS aegs, and ~600 FPS Sniper rifles. For that, I either use a high-quality paintball mask, or occasionally a balaclava and full-seal goggles, though most of the other players use shooting glasses. Safety first.

[The Duke]

I was going to ask why one would want to drink Airsoft. :smallredface:

I get it now though >.<

Suggestion wear a mask and cape then you can be like a superhero :smallbiggrin:

[Mitth'raw'nuruo]

http://www.revisioneyewear.com/sawfly.html

High-impact protection certified to ANSI Z87.1 and Military Requirements (MIL-V-43511C clause 3.5.10 and MIL-PRF-31013 clause 3.5.1.1).
Optically correct curved lens for unrestricted field-of-view.
Interchangeable lenses for various light conditions and specialty lenses available.
Polycarbonate lenses offer 100% protection from UV-A, UV-B and UV-C rays.
Two sizes with adjustable arms ensure perfect fit.
Regular: fits most head sizes
Large: hat sizes 7.5+
Retention head strap provides security.
Optional Prescription (Rx) Carrier available (also compatible with Desert Locust and Bullet Ant goggles). Click here for more.
U.S. Army Authorized Protective Eyewear List

Wore these in Iraq, great glasses.

Usually about $100, but very rugged, can stop shotgun pellets. Your eyes are worth the money.

[Jack Squat]

I've got some UVEX Genesis glasses. Pretty cheap at $15, and ANSI Z87.1-2003, CSA Z94.3 and MIL-STD-662 compliant. They're my general-purpose safety glasses, using them for everything from carpentry/construction/metalworking to airsoft to range use.

[thorgrim29]

Thanks everyone, also, do any of you know if it's possible to privately import airsoft guns into Canada? I know you need a special permit to sell them( the the overpricedness), but haven't found anything about buying in the us and bringing them back.

[Jack Squat]

Not legally, no.

linky (http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showthread.php?t=40318)

EDIT: After reading through, it looks like you can if they're rated between 407 and 500 feet/second. Though it's my understanding that anything at and above 500ft/sec is considered a firearm and you'll need a permit -that could be incorrect though, be sure to know relevant policy if you don't already, and don't trust the word of a yank.