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Post by Bakker on Mar 5, 2008 19:41:34 GMT -5
Well, I've decided that it's time to get a new pair of goggles to protect my precious eyes. I would love to get the ESS Advancers but that's just a bit too pricey. But then I noticed the Guarder C4's. The only thing I am not certain on is if they would be considered full seal? Pics:   www.wolverineqtg.com/Guarder%20G-C4%20Polycarbonate%20Eye%20Protection%20Glasses.htmlWould these be considered "full seal"? I would also appreciate any suggestions on goggles that won't leave me broke. I am looking for a reliable pair of slim goggles that would be similar to something like the ESS Advancers or the Guarder C4's. Not really interested in a large set of goggles....any suggestions? Thanks |
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Post by Clampitt on Mar 5, 2008 20:47:22 GMT -5
Well, I think if it's full seal or not may be up for discussion at each event you go to, mainly because of the open area near the bridge. I would doubt a BB would get through that gap but anything is possible.
I can suggest some Wiley-X SG-1's, they're extremely similar and I know they have full seal "foam" around each eye-piece. Hope that helps at least a bit.
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Post by Bakker on Mar 5, 2008 20:54:28 GMT -5
Hungry Hungry Hobo, thanks for the suggestion......only problem is...it costs even more than the ESS Adnancers  . Either that or I'm looking at the wrong thing. All of the Wiley-X SG-1's I'm finding are around $100. I'm willing to put a bit of cash into getting some new eye protection but anything over $50 is kinda pushing my budget. If I can't find anything else I might just save up and invest in the Advancers but that's pretty pricey. |
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Post by Zorak on Mar 5, 2008 21:59:38 GMT -5
Man, this is a tricky case. I think it might come down to a question of how your face is shaped. If the gaps around the bridge of your nose are small enough, they'd be full seal. After all, Bolles are counted as full seal, even though there is a small gap around the edge of the lens. However, if the gaps around the bridge of your nose were significant, you'd probably get told to find different eye protection or go home.
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Post by Clampitt on Mar 6, 2008 11:49:16 GMT -5
Yeah, a lot of times the trick is finding a good place to get them from for a decent price, I've seen them from $60-100. Maybe look into finding some used ones? That could help out with cost levels if you don't mind have slightly loved items.
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Post by Psychosis on Mar 6, 2008 20:40:13 GMT -5
Man, this is a tricky case. I think it might come down to a question of how your face is shaped. If the gaps around the bridge of your nose are small enough, they'd be full seal. After all, Bolles are counted as full seal, even though there is a small gap around the edge of the lens. However, if the gaps around the bridge of your nose were significant, you'd probably get told to find different eye protection or go home. Can't remember when/where I read it, but I think the rule of thumb was that if you could stick a pen through the gap between the goggles and your nose, it was a no go. |
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Post by Bakker on Mar 7, 2008 15:45:51 GMT -5
Hmmm...I think I'll be getting a pair of the Guarder C4's and see how they are. They look like they would make a pretty good seal around your eyes. I'm just hoping that they will fit my face well so that there's no open gaps around my nose.
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Post by Gentner on Mar 11, 2008 18:21:02 GMT -5
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Post by Zorak on Mar 11, 2008 19:26:05 GMT -5
The maker's web site says they're ANSI certified, which puts them a step ahead of many other brands.
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Post by Munin on Mar 12, 2008 14:55:24 GMT -5
The biggest problem with the low-profile "sunglass" type goggles is that they fog like mad. Keep that in mind before dropping $60+ dollars on eye protection you may or may not be able to actually use.
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Post by Bakker on Mar 12, 2008 17:16:19 GMT -5
Thanks for all of the responses guys, and Gentner, I was actually checking out those Revision goggles a few days ago. Well, right now I am tight on cash and my gun crapped out and needs some parts (over $100 worth of parts that is ). Looks like I'll be sticking to my old goggles for now. Once my gun actually works again I'll start saving up for a nicer pair of eye protection. What I have now is full seal and works fine...it just has extreme fog problems. If anyone has any suggestions on goggles, I'll be happy to see what you suggest. Once I have some extra cash again I'll be looking for something a bit less bulky then most full seal goggles (preferably a bit smaller then Arena Flakjaks). If anyone has had a good experience with a certain type of eyewear or if you've got any suggestions then I'll be happy to hear from you. |
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Post by Hollow on Mar 13, 2008 1:25:32 GMT -5
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Post by GrinchBiscuit on Mar 13, 2008 14:58:01 GMT -5
Don't cheap out over eye protection, go with real deal ESS. I have a pair of Tactical Thermals and they only fogged on me during heavy rain. Even though they are "full sized" they barely obstruct my vision, they are also comfortable enough to the point where you barely notice them as your playing for longer periods.
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Post by Seven on Mar 15, 2008 10:41:21 GMT -5
Warpig tried a pair of mine out the other weekend, according to SFOD, they are exactly like ESS google and I bought them at Home Depot for $15, they are gray not black.
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Post by Zorak on Mar 15, 2008 10:46:19 GMT -5
Are they certified for airsoft and paintball?
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. Either that or I'm looking at the wrong thing. All of the Wiley-X SG-1's I'm finding are around $100. I'm willing to put a bit of cash into getting some new eye protection but anything over $50 is kinda pushing my budget. If I can't find anything else I might just save up and invest in the Advancers but that's pretty pricey.
