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austinmc86
Joined: 23 Feb 2010
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 Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2010 3:52 pm Post subject: Glasses |
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I've read a couple threads on this issue, but none really answered my question.... exactly.
I have a really strong prescription.... therefore, my lenses are really thick. Can I still get glasses in Korea (with ease and affordability) if my eyes are that bad? Are the frames thick enough to support a thick lens?
Thanks a lot!
I am gonna be there soon, and i am debating on wether I should get my glasses here in the states, or wait it out.... |
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salgichawa
Joined: 18 Mar 2010
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| Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2010 3:56 pm Post subject: Re: Glasses |
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| austinmc86 wrote: |
I've read a couple threads on this issue, but none really answered my question.... exactly.
I have a really strong prescription.... therefore, my lenses are really thick. Can I still get glasses in Korea (with ease and affordability) if my eyes are that bad? Are the frames thick enough to support a thick lens?
Thanks a lot!
I am gonna be there soon, and i am debating on wether I should get my glasses here in the states, or wait it out.... |
Hi There,
You should be able to get lenses made however you want. Plenty of glasses shops in the bigger cities.
Frames can be differently styled at times.. If you have a pair of frames you want badly I recommend bringing them.
I have gotten lenses made to fit a prescription for 25,000 Won, about $25. Sure it would compare favorably.
Good Luck, |
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ChilgokBlackHole
Joined: 21 Nov 2009
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| Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2010 4:35 pm Post subject: |
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| Bring in your prescription, pick out your frames, and the guy will grind your lenses. Not hard at all. Cheap too. |
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AsiaESLbound
Joined: 07 Jan 2010
Location: Truck Stop Missouri
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| I got those bendy memorex metal wire frames with Japanese lenses for 100k at Italy Optical in Itaewon in 5 hours. It's known that Namdaemun is popular for glasses so I probably paid about 25,000 more for a convenient English speaking location. They seem to be much more practical and efficient in producing the glasses and customer service than you'd ever see in a Western country. |
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