If you’re a police officer — or you spend time at the range, in training, or in sports — your glasses have a harder job than a pair you wear to the office. They need to stay put, stand up to demanding use, and still give you clear vision, including in bright Fort Lauderdale sun.
At Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and Eyewear, we specialize in Wiley X and Oakley for this kind of work and play. We also carry Costa and Maui Jim for polarized sunwear on the water and outdoors. Here’s how we can help, and what to know when you come in to choose a pair.
Why duty and sport eyewear is different
Everyday glasses and inexpensive sunglasses are made for ordinary wear. Officers, athletes, and people who shoot recreationally often need something more demanding:
- A secure fit that doesn’t slip during training or a long shift
- Frames and lenses built for more demanding use than everyday eyewear
- Full UV protection, and often polarization for glare on the road or water
- A prescription in the same pair, so you’re not switching glasses at the wrong time
Wiley X and Oakley are the two brands we specialize in for those needs. You can see an overview on our performance and protective eyewear page.
Wiley X for law enforcement and the range
Wiley X focuses on protective eyewear for demanding environments, including law enforcement and shooting sports. That is why we specialize in it for officers and for patients who need a more durable pair for the range or for work.
Many Wiley X styles can be made with your prescription, so you don’t have to choose between clear vision and a protective frame. When you visit, tell us how you’ll use the pair — on duty, at the range, or both — so we can help you pick a frame and lens that match.
We can help you choose eyewear that fits your prescription and how you use it. If your department has its own requirements for duty eyewear, those standards still apply; this is not a substitute for equipment your agency requires.
Oakley for training, sports, and outdoor work
Oakley is known for sport and performance: a close, stable fit and lenses designed for outdoor light and activity. That makes Oakley a strong option for training, sports, and outdoor work, which is why we specialize in it alongside Wiley X.
We can make many Oakley frames with your prescription. If you already wear Oakley or have a style in mind, bring it in and we’ll help you find the right fit and lens.
Costa and Maui Jim for time on the water
Off duty, or on the water, polarized sunwear is often the better tool. Glare off the Intracoastal, the ocean, and wet pavement is a daily fact of life in Fort Lauderdale, and polarized lenses cut that glare so you can see more comfortably.
Costa (Costa Del Mar) and Maui Jim are two polarized brands we recommend for fishing, boating, driving, and long days in the South Florida sun. Costa is a Florida brand many anglers and boaters already know. Maui Jim is known for polarized lenses that cut glare and keep colors clear. We can often make these as prescription sunglasses too. For more on what actually protects your eyes, read Are Your Sunglasses Actually Protecting You? and The Best Sunglasses for Fort Lauderdale Weather.
Visit us in Fort Lauderdale
The best way to choose a pair is to try frames on and talk through how you use your eyes. You can start with an eye exam, or bring a current prescription. We’ll help you try on Wiley X, Oakley, Costa, and Maui Jim and order a pair that matches your prescription and how you use them. You can also browse our sunglasses and eyeglasses.
We’re at 1567 South Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale. Call or Text 954-763-2842, or request an appointment online.