I am an admitted newbie and I have trouble wearing my prescription progressive-lens glasses while shooting. I've seen a lot of discussion on modifying stance and lenses, but nothing about the sights.
I've borrowed weapons, but haven't bought yet. My limited experience is that the painted dot on the front sight is too dim to acquire through two layers of polycarbonate (my glasses and safety glasses). 36 years as a chemist have taught me that polycarbonate lenses mute colors.
Rather than head-bobbing or dedicated glasses, what do people think about switching out iron sights in favor of light pipes or tritium sights to increase visibility of the sights?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Rob
I've borrowed weapons, but haven't bought yet. My limited experience is that the painted dot on the front sight is too dim to acquire through two layers of polycarbonate (my glasses and safety glasses). 36 years as a chemist have taught me that polycarbonate lenses mute colors.
Rather than head-bobbing or dedicated glasses, what do people think about switching out iron sights in favor of light pipes or tritium sights to increase visibility of the sights?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Rob