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Spectacles.

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Anne58 Sat 07-Nov-15 11:13:04

I too have varifocals, got 2 new pairs only last week. I think I have been wearing varis for about 8 years?

The first pair did take a bit of getting used to.

What a pain it would be to have to change glasses (for example) in the supermarket to read labels etc!

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Luckygirl Sat 07-Nov-15 11:09:32

I have worn varifocals for decades with no trouble at all. On two occasions they have not been quite right (e.g. too much reading bit and too little distance) and I just went back to the politicians and they made a small alteration for me - not problem.

Looking at my OH who just has reading glasses and spends vast amounts of his time looking for them, I definitely favour the varifocals!

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rosesarered Sat 07-Nov-15 11:03:42

Well, I have heard the same, so am sticking with separate pairs, one for reading and computer and one for driving.Got used to it now after so many years anyway.

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shysal Sat 07-Nov-15 10:02:10

I have needed specs for reading for a number of years, worn on a chain around my neck. I am having my sight tested next week as I now find that my distance vision is a bit blurred.
My choice will probably be between:
Separate pairs for reading/computer, and watching TV/driving.
Varifocals.
Bi-focals.
I should be interested to hear what others have chosen to do, and any pros and cons of the different options. I suppose wearing just one type all the time is the sensible choice, but I suffer from vertigo and wonder whether this could be a problem with varifocals. Thank you in advance for your thoughts.

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