One of the most important attributes when using a weapon is safety eyewear which professional shooters can confirm. What can we say about our heroes who risk their lives every day for the peaceful future of the whole nation - their eyes should be protected as best as possible. In this article, the charity foundation "Pryame Vklyuchennya" will tell about the differences between tactical, ballistic, and shooting glasses, as well as indicate the criteria for choosing such protection for sending to front-line soldiers.

The main purpose of shooting glasses

Such glasses which are often called a "second pair of eyes", are used in shooting sports: shooting range instructors, hunters, airsoft players, etc. It will protect a person's visual organs from the ricochet of shell casings, pellets, gunpowder, and other particles that may accidentally hit the face. Another feature of shooting glasses is their ability to minimize the effect of ultraviolet on the retina.

Of course, for a person who performs combat tasks in a real war, such protection will not be effective. Therefore, it is still not worth considering these glasses as an option.

Ballistic glasses, who need them the most?

These are the glasses used by law enforcement agencies and soldiers. They are manufactured in compliance with special safety standards, so they can withstand fragments of rubble, bricks or even small remnants of a cartridge.

The appearance of ballistic glasses does not differ from sports ones (such are often worn by cyclists). It's all about their equipment: 2-2.5 millimeters of polycarbonate and a frame made of fire-resistant plastic. Usually, such protection glasses go through a crash test before it’s sold in military retailers.

Tactical glasses: the highest level of safety

Tactical glasses are about the level of protection that meets the highest safety standards during tactical tasks. In fact, it is a mask that covers half of the face and can be worn over a helmet.

Such glasses protect a person's visual organs from damage by small fragments, layers, and fragments flying at high speed.

What characteristics of glasses should we pay attention to?

There are many criteria by which you should choose eye protection for the military. The most important thing is the rating of the product. Experts advise MIL-PRF-31013 (MILSPEC). Such glasses undergo multi-level endurance testing.

Tight fit is another important factor. Pay attention to the comfort of wearing the protection, its fixation, and the possibility of adjustment.

It is great if the glasses have several interchangeable lenses. Some colors will help to highlight the object in the right situation, and others will help to clearly aim at it. Of course, better quality and more effective tactical glasses cost a lot of money. But it is better not to skimp on eye protection.

How to transfer tactical glasses to the military?

The cooperation of the civilian population with the front-line soldiers is especially valuable for our country in this war. If you have the opportunity and desire to help fighters with ammunition, transport, technical support, etc., send donations to the charity fund "Pryame Vklyuchennya". Using the link, you can view active meetings and join them in a convenient way. Remember that every hryvnia is important!