ModelGlasses

When it comes to choosing a cost-effective, neat solution to your prescription RC sunglasses requirements, Over Glasses are difficult to beat. Overglasses from Rapid Eyewear are lightweight, strong, optically correct and perfect for all your sports and leisure requirements.

These overglasses are designed to fit over glasses up to 13cm wide x 4.5cm high. If your spectacles are larger than this, please take a look at our medium size overglasses instead.

Note: If you also wish to use these sunglasses for sports such as cricket, tennis, cycling etc. we recommend you add a retainer to your purchase. Please select this from the drop-down menu at the top of this page before completing your purchase.

The Frame

• Made from a tough polycarbonate, the lightweight frame fits comfortably over most styles of spectacles. It features a high quality, hand-sprayed matt black finish.

The Lenses

• Impact resistant polycarbonate lenses are fitted to the Over glasses. They feature a mirror finish, and polarised filters which remove glare from your vision by filtering out horizontal light. The light treatment is Category 3, which is perfect for sunny conditions.

Conformity and UV

• Rapid Eyewear sunglasses conform to the new ISO 12311 and 12312 standards for sunglasses and protective equipment testing. This standard has now replaced EN1836 in the European Union. They offer 100% UVA / UVB (UV400) protection.

Clear Lens Safety Glasses  (1 pair) with silicone comforts

Protect From:

• Blunt impact
• Radiation
• Splashes and droplets
• Dust
• Small dust particles

The brand new Edge RC Modelglasses have innovative side arms that can be rotated up and down on a ratchet system, to ensure a perfect fit on your head. With an adjustable nose clip, attractive vented orange / red Frostech mirror lenses and a stylish new look, Edge take Rapid Eyewear’s RC Modelglasses range to a whole new level.

The Frames

• Made from TR90 and adorned with an attractive red and black finish, the Edge frame is so comfortable and light that you will probably forget you’re wearing them. Side arm rubber extensions, an adjustable nose clip and the rotating side arms allow for a bespoke fit for your needs.

The Lenses

• Three sets of UV400 interchangeable lenses are supplied, as follows:
  • Category 0, for use in low light conditions. An AR coating on the rear removes glare
  • Category 2, beige, polarised. A good all-round lens for changeable or hazy conditions*
  • Category 3, orange-red Frostech with a flash mirror coating

All lenses feature cut-outs that help air to flow across the rear surfaces, thereby reducing fogging. They are decentred, and have anti-scratch coatings applied.

* Polarised lenses filter horizontal light that bounces off flat surfaces to cause glare. It may be difficult to read a Tx display with this lens set fitted.

The Package

• Edge are supplied with a carry case, microfibre cleaning cloth and retainer strap as standard.

Conformity

• Edge comply with ISO 12312 standards for sunglasses, and also the US Z80.3 regulations. They offer 100% UVA / UVB (UV400) protection.
• Red sports sunglasses interchangeable

When it comes to choosing a cost effective, neat solution to your prescription driving sunglasses requirements, Over Glasses are difficult to beat. Overglasses from Rapid Eyewear are lightweight, strong, optically correct and perfect for all your sports and leisure requirements. They go over existing spectacles that are no larger than 13cm wide x 4.3cm high - if your glasses are larger than this, please buy one of our Medium-size pairs (not available in white) instead.

Note: If you also wish to use these sunglasses for sports such as cricket, tennis, cycling etc. we recommend you add a retainer to your purchase. Please select this from the drop-down menu at the top of this page before completing your purchase.

Frost make for a cost-effective prescription solution for RC model pilots.

The Frame

• Made from a tough polycarbonate, the lightweight frame fits comfortably over most styles of spectacles. It features a high quality, fashionable white finish. The wrap-around styling blocks unwanted wind and light from the peripheries of your vision.

The Lenses

• Impact resistant polycarbonate lenses are fitted to the overglasses. They feature a mirror finish, and polarised filters which remove glare from your vision by filtering out horizontal light. The light treatment is Category 3, which is perfect for sunny conditions.

Conformity

• Rapid Eyewear sunglasses conform to the new ISO 12311 and 12312 standards for sunglasses and protective equipment testing. This standard has now replaced EN1836 in the European Union. They offer 100% UVA / UVB (UV400) protection.

The latest addition to our Overglasses range, the Medium Torts feature a highly fashionable tortoiseshell pattern and a lightweight polycarbonate frame that makes them suitable for all forms of sports and leisure use.

The frames will fit on top of glasses that have a maximum size of approx. 13.cm width and a lens height of 4.8cm. If your glasses measure less than 13cm x 4.2cm lens height, you might also consider the Regular Torts available here as they will probably fit better.

The Lenses
Torts feature high-quality, impact resistant polycarbonate polarised lenses. These Category 3 tint lenses are ideal for regular sunny conditions, and have a subtle brown tint that perfectly complements the frames. Polarised lenses reduce glare by filtering light that bounces off horizontal surfaces (e.g. car windscreens, road surfaces etc.); this makes the Torts ideal for driving, skiing etc. and any other application where glare can be an issue.

Conformity and UV
The Torts sunglasses offer 100% UVA / UVB protection, and comply with EN1836 and US Z80.3 regulations for sunglasses.

Package
A matt-black microfibre pouch is supplied with each pair. The pouch is closed by way of a draw-string; it doubles as a cleaning cloth.

This package takes our ever popular Nimbus frame and adds the blue vented mirror Frostech (FT) lens into the mix. The result is a highly practical and stylish solution to all of your sports and leisure eyewear requirements.

The most important features of Nimbus FT are:

• Lightweight yet highly robust TR90 frame
• Wrap-around styling blocks light and wind
• 100% UVA / UVB protection
• Interchangeable lenses, including vented Frostech, polarised and light enhancing options
• Scratch resistant, de-centred lenses with high quality optics
• Carry case and head retainer included as standard

The Frame

• Made from an ultra tough TR90 compound, the frame is lightweight and comfortable. It has a slight flex that allows it to shape itself around your head, whilst the side arm extension rubbers and nose pads also enhance comfort levels further. The frame is finished in an attractive hand-sprayed matt black finish.
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The lenses

• Three sets of impact resistant interchangeable lenses are supplied as standard. They are:
  • Category 0, yellow, light enhancing. Wear these in low light conditions to make everything appear brighter
  • Category 2, beige polarised. Ideal for fairly bright or changeable conditions
  • Category 3, Blue Vented mirror Frostech. For use in sunny conditions

All lenses offer 100% UVA / UVB protection. They are anti-scratch coated and have beeen decentred to ensure you enjoy the optimum focal point. By filtering blue light, Rapid Eyewear lenses improve definition, contrast and depth perception in your field of view. The vented Frostech lens has an anti-fogging capability, whilst the mirror finish greatly reduces glare. The Category 2 lens also has an anti-glare capability through its polarising filter.

The Package

• In addition to the lenses, you will also receive a head retainer, cleaning cloth and 'hard' case as standard. The case has internal pockets for spare lenses, and belt fixing catches and loops.

Conformity and UV

• Rapid Eyewear sunglasses conform to the new ISO 12311 and 12312 standards for sunglasses and protective equipment testing. This standard has now replaced EN1836 in the European Union. They offer 100% UVA / UVB (UV400) protection.

Innovative, stylish and practical, these sunglasses from Rapid Eyewear are perfect for spectacle wearers searching for the optimum in visual clarity in the cockpit. They bring all the benefits of our non-prescription eyewear, including interchangeable lenses, wrap-around styling and superior eye protection to those with less than perfect eyesight - all for a highly competitive price. Flat side arms make for a comfortable fit under a headset; they offer 100% UVA / UVB protection, and conform to all CAA recommendations.

The Package

• High-quality, polycarbonate frame
• Light-enhancing Category 0 lenses, for dark conditions
• Category 2 lenses, for fairly bright conditions
• Category 3 lenses, for normal sunny conditions
• Category 4 lenses, for very bright conditions
• Bespoke carry case
• Cleaning cloth
• Neck / head retainer

The Frames

• Our aviation prescription sunglasses are built around a matt-black finished frame that has a prescription Rx clip housed in the back, whilst the tinted, interchangeable lenses sit on the front. This two-part arrangement allows for great versatility and performance, without compromising on the stylish look. The wrap-around frame blocks unwanted wind and light encroaching from the sides and bottom of your vision. The frames are lightweight and tough, whilst the Rx clip, made from an almost indestructible TR90 material, ensures maximum protection for your eyes from impact. An important feature of our Aviate sunglasses is that, unlike other types of Rx eyewear, your eyelashes will not touch the lenses. The tinted lenses clip onto the top of the frames, allowing them to be flipped up for momentary 'normal' vision when required.
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Are They Headset Comfortable?
Yes - the frames have flat side arms, making them perfect for use with any headset.

De-Centred and Anti Scratch Coated Lenses
Wrap-around sunglasses offer great benefits when it comes to blocking unwanted light and wind from the sides of your vision, but placing a curved lens in front of your eyes would normally cause distortion. However, all Aviate lens sets are de-centred, which means they are calibrated to remove the distorting effect.

UV and Conformity
Rapid Eyewear sunglasses conform to the new ISO 12311 and 12312 standards for sunglasses and protective equipment testing. This standard has now replaced EN1836 in the European Union. They offer 100% UVA / UVB (UV400) protection.

Is My Prescription Suitable?
Aviate pilot sunglasses can be used for any regular (single-vision) prescription where the SPH (sphere) requirement is no stronger than plus or minus 4.5. Due to the curvature of the tinted lenses, they will not be suitable for those with very strong prescription requirements that exceed 4.5. The Aviate are also suitable for bi-focal, varifocal and prismatic. If you have a requirement for varifocal or prismatic lenses, please purchase the glasses only and take them to your regular optician to have the prescription lenses fitted.

Pupillary Distance (PD)
This is the distance, in millimetres, between the pupils of your eyes, when measured across the front of your glasses. A PD can range from 55 up to 70mm - please supply this information if you can. Most opticians in the UK do not put the PD on a standard prescription card - if you do not know your PD, ask your optician to let you know what it is. If they do not know, or are unwilling to release the information, you can measure it simply yourself, by asking a friend to hold a ruler up against your glasses whilst you are wearing them. Try to be accurate, but note that, if you are 1 - 2mm out on your calculation, your glasses should still be fine.

Please note that polarised lenses remove glare by filtering horizontal light. This can make it difficult to read digital instruments and for that reason, they are not recommended for flying. They are, however, ideal for general sports and leisure use.

STRATUS RC PILOTS SUNGLASSES

Flare sunglasses are sold as a complete set with interchangeable lenses for different light conditions - used by many RC Pilots dramatically improving their model visibility during flying in all light conditions.

The Frames
Lightweight polycarbonate frame, with rubber nose pads and side arm extensions for comfort fit. The frame has a slight built-in flex that allows for fitting on most sizes and shapes of head. Finished in a crystalised blue colour.

The Lenses
Rapid Eyewear Flare sunglasses are supplied with the following impact resistant lenses:
 

•   Cat 0 light-enhancing, for dull light
•   Cat 2 red, for fairly bright or changeable conditions
•   Cat 3 grey mirror, for sunshine
•   Cat 4 dark, smoked for very bright conditions

All lenses have an anti-scratch coating and precision decentred optics. By filtering out blue light, contrast and definition are greatly improved.
Also included as standard are:
 

•   Hard carry case, with belt fixing loops and catches
•   Head securing strap
•   Lint-free cleaning cloth
•   Four sets of lenses

Conformity
sunglasses all conform to EN1836 and US Z80.3 regulations for sport sunglasses. They offer 100% UV A / UV B protection on all lenses.