Which eye protection is all around best?
 

Okay, so i know that everyone has an opinion and im gonna ask; what is the best all around style of eye protection taking into account sight visibility, comfort, fogging up, as well as durability and protection.

Go to a game and see what other players are using. Comfort depends on you. I've had a pair of JT goggles for years and I love them, they fit around my glasses, are comfortable and havn't fogged up badly on me during games. I would suggest getting a good pair of paintball goggles, which you can use at paintball field and private games.

For non-PB goggles, Bolle and ESS are very popular among players.

i have ESS googles as back-ops but i wear these safety glasses that are rated to be aloud in airsoft.

I use Bolle T-800 when sealed goggles are required. They're the only ones that actually fit me and don't fog up like a bastard. JT Proflex were OK, but too bulky.

I have had serious issues with goggle fog. I agree with Mcguyver, Bolle T-800 are by far the best bang for the buck (There are better ones, ie dual lens, but twice the cost). The T-800 are rubber sealed, not foam, so no sweat is absorbed. It is also very easy to pop the lens for cleaning.

A little anti-fog and you are set (I had fog problems even with the T-800's, some good anti-fog and they are perfect).

One other note, they are low profile, great for Mich's etc, but they do not work so well with glasses (nose bridge), as a team mate pointed out after trying them on.

-Daes

If you want something acceptable everywhere in Canada, go for a PB goggle.

Try a few on to see which would fit you best. That's all.

Put JT Spectra on the top of your try out list.

I just picked up a pair of Bolle T-800 goggles. Very comfortable, not huge like some paintball goggles are.

As previously stated, you can't wear eye glasses under them.

You can get a rx insert for them that snaps into two mounting holes on the bridge of the goggles.

Best. Goggles. Ever.

http://www.essgoggles.com/Profile-Tu...53_detail.html

I'm with Ibby,

Just ordered the ESS Striker TurboFan which are not quite as good as the Profile model but still able to get shot with a .22cal which I will not test. I wear glasses and they along with the goggles kept fogging up. The fan should fix this problem.

PB goggles are a must for PB fields but on private fields I use surplus army dust goggles, work great, its been hit with 400Fps 0.22 BBs and not a mark on lens and they fit really well over glasses

I'm able to wear glasses under my T800's. They're frameless glasses though, so they're flexible.

what exactly does everyone mean by non paintball? most of them are sealed to the face are they not?

Most paintball fields require that protection covers the entirety of the face.

paintball fields around here dont require the mask but require pb goggles. no ballistics goggles.

SAWFLY googles, its what americans use, you know the kind where you can take a shotgun blast to the face and your eyes will be fine? I'm pretty sure the next step up is a solid ballistic plate, but you can't see out of that :p

If you want something that is universally accepted take a close look at these.

http://www.pbreview.com/products/reviews/4899/

They are possibly the best full face protection available, they are easy to find accessories or replacment parts for and best of all, have a very slim clearance so they shouldnt interfere with sighting your weapon. ( This was a huge issue with me and paintball goggles, before I got these. )

They are very light weight, more then double the safety requirments for paintball goggles ( get shot in the lense with a 400 fps bb, just a quick wipe with a micro fiber cloth and it's good as new ), excellent feild of vision, the straps will not move once you adjust them to your head etc, I could go on all day.

This is probably the best you can get if you don't mind spending the money.

You can get last years for a bit less money, but trust me get the Pro model, they are much lighter and seem more durable.

the bolle T-800 is great and almost impossible to fog up
JT spectra googles with thermal lens are also anti fog although if you sweat a lot the moisture can condense and that gets annoying

WARNING!
I'm not sure if anyone has even considered WileyX. I have personal experience with their SG/1 glasses and they suck. They are horrible foggers and they cost me $80USD (actually a great price, $110MSRP+) shipped. I currently use a pair of UVEX XC glasses that have high-impact rated lens and frames. They meet US and Canadian safety institute safety standard impact criteria and a military rating called V0. They have Rx glasses adapters as an accessory. They are glasses but they have a great cheek weld and only cost $10.
mateba

Mateba, it does not matter if a goggle or safety glasses meets standards. It matters if they are accepted everywhere in this country or not.

The only thing accepted everywhere, guaranteed, is a paintball mask. The rest is up to the discretion of private field owners.

There are many models to choose from. Some fog, some dont. The best bet is still to go to a specialized shop and try a few models. That's even more important if you want a model that allows the use of glasses underneath. Prescription inserts tend to be expensive, so that's not an option for everyone.

if you look at bolle X-800, there is a space between the frame and the lense, but not the frame and the face. This allows for airflow all around the lense, it's amazing (compared to other goggles) at reducing fogging, but it still fogs at certain times...

I guess that's considered non-sealed as paintball paint could enter the goggle around the lense. I love my X-800, but only for airsoft.

And yes, Ibby is right...ESS Turbofans are my dream goggle...

The metal mesh airsoft goggles will fog at -30C

When I first got my T-800/X-800 goggles, I didn't find them very comfortable, but the rubber that surrounds the goggles will actually mold to your face.

Very breathable, highly recommended.

after trying out my friends and also having to use ski goggles or paintball mask, i would say that regular store bought safety glasses work the best. no fog, no problems seeing the sights, and nice and light, plus they provide adequate protection.

saftey glasses FTW, i have a pair, and they take 500 fps point blank. love them, and ive used alot of other stuff.

Bolle T-800, I tested mine. 450FPS point blank and no problems. I went full auto point blank and not even a scratch on the lens!
I also recommend Safety glasses. Those things can take a beating! 500FPS no problem. Honestly.

I think the best goggles are Dye I3 or the JT spectra. Here at Flag Raiders we sell both. And when you play at the field all we ask is that they are paintball goggles( just the frame not the armor).

bolle t800 or saftey glasses from any saftey store. just make sure they are anzi rated, some stores (7-11, petro, esso, shell ect) have "saftey glasses" mixed in with rated ones, that arent and your putting yourself at risk by useing them.

If you go the safety glasses route, don't be afraid to splurge. Keep in mind splurging is still exponentially cheaper than splurging on PB glasses. I spent 20 on mine, and if it can take 100 mph exploding grind wheel, im quite happy with it. But yes some fields are picky. Out here where we play, your eyes are your responsibility.

If you can just get some safety glasses, comfortable, no fogging problems whatsoever and very easy to use a gun with (for sighting, etc...). However, if you play at a place where they require sealed eyewear I would recommend the Bolle T800's. Definitely don't touch Wiley-X they're crap. Can't think of anything else.

really you say Wiley-X are crap? Alot of the outdoors, say that they are great and that I should switch from my full mask to them. is there any reason why you don't like wileys?

I had nothing but fog problems with mine. From what I hear a large majority of people would agree with me. That said, I have heard of some people who have had more luck with theirs. I can clarify and say if you *ever* have problems with fog then Wiley-X's will be crap for you as you'll never be able to see.

If you're playing a private game where you don't require paintball compatible goggles, I believe metal mesh is unbeatable. It never fogs (this is paramount), barely restricts vision, there is no glare, and they're strong enough.

I made a few pairs for myself out of regular wrap around sunglasses frames, and tested them point blank with multiple shots of 425 fps. I value my eyes and I can say I trust these glasses completely.