What does "eye size" refer to? What size of frame should I buy?
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Description
Eye size is a term we use in the optical industry to measure frames. If you have a pair of glasses you will be able to see a set on numbers on the inside of the arm. For example, 52 18 130. The first number in the eye size refers to the distance in millimetres across (horizontally) one lens. The second number in the eye size refers to the distance between the two lenses or bridge size (measured in millimetres). The third number is the arm length in millimetres. This is referred to as DBL (Diameter of the lens, Bridge, Length of arm). If you are happy with your glasses, then choose a new pair that is similar in size to your current pair.
If you do not have glasses, then this information can help assist you in sizing a frame for your face. To better understand the frame size, double the first number and add the second. This will give you the distance across the full front of the frame. In the example above, an eye size of 52 18 means that the frame measures about 122 mm across (52 x 2 + 18 = 122). This value should be considered a minimum as there will be some inaccuracies due to the width of any frame and the curve of the hinge. At eyekit.co we provide exact measurements for you which appear on each product page. Armed with this information you can then put the ruler up on your face to see how big the frame will be on you. If you only have inches on your ruler, 25mm equals 1 inch. So, in our example, this frame would measure 4.88 inches (122 divided by 25). You do not need exact measurements; most frames are flexible and comfortable in a range of sizes. You can afford to allow a few mm difference. This will ensure they are neither too tight nor too loose.
Some brands may also give other measurements. The "B" is the height of the lens top to bottom in millimetres. The "ED" is the distance diagonally across the lens in mm. The TPL is the length of the temple or earpiece.
Delivery Info
Summary of delivery charges
We have free delivery for orders above £100 to the UK
In an attempt to simplify all our delivery charges and maintain transparency we have summarised the costs below:
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Value of Purchase |
Delivery Charge |
Service |
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UK |
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Below £100 |
£3.95 |
Tracked 2 - 3 business days Compensation up to £150 |
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Above £100 |
Free |
Tracked 2 - 3 business days Compensation up to £150 |
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Any Optional + |
£4.95 £8.90 |
Tracked, recorded & signed for (2 - 3 business days). Compensation up to £750 Special delivery, tracked (next business day). Compensation up to £750** |
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Europe |
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Any Optional + |
£10.50 £3.95 |
Airmail, recorded signed for and insured up to £50* Airmail, recorded signed for with Tracking and insured up to £250** |
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Rest of World |
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Any Optional + |
£14.20 £3.95 |
Airmail, recorded signed for and insured up to £50* Airmail, recorded signed for with Tracking and insured up to £250** |
*Please note that our delivery service is uninsured above £50 and not trackable or traceable other than when the delivery is signed for. All goods are quality control inspected prior to leaving our premises and are in perfect condition. However, it is at the risk of the purchaser that the goods arrive in the same condition they left our laboratory. We strongly advise special delivery for all items over the value of £50 just for peace of mind. We cannot accept any responsibility for lost or damaged goods. Though the recorded delivery service is generally very reliable and used by most suppliers on the internet, if you do have a problem, using the Special Delivery service will allow you to claim back from the Royal Mail the value of goods up to £250.
**Royal Mail Special Delivery
About our delivery service
UK deliveries
Please note that shipments can occasionally be delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.
Please allow up to two weeks for delivery of items that are out of stock or are prescription orders and up to three, in some cases 4 weeks for eyewear branded prescription orders. Orders that require multiple coatings might take an additional week dependent on the number of coatings required.
We are constantly monitoring the progress of all orders and will endeavour to dispatch your order within 10 working days or within the timeframe specified above for prescriptions. However, if this is not possible we will notify you by email and let you know the estimated delivery date.
If there is no one available to sign for your order, Royal Mail will leave a notification card and your order will be taken to your local post office where it will be available for collection. As an alternative, at checkout, you can change the delivery address to your workplace or another location where your parcel can be signed for.
Rest of Europe deliveries
Please allow up to three weeks for delivery of items that are out of stock or are prescription orders and up to four weeks for eyewear branded prescription orders. Prescription orders that require multiple coatings might take an additional week dependent on the number of coatings required.
We are constantly monitoring the progress of all orders and will endeavour to dispatch your order within 15 working days or within the timeframe specified above for prescriptions. However, if this is not possible we will notify you by email and let you know the estimated delivery date. If this is not satisfactory you will have the opportunity to cancel your order.
Rest of World deliveries
Note that orders could take up to 25 working days due to delays at customs.
Please allow up to three weeks for delivery of items that are out of stock or are prescription orders and up to four weeks for eyewear branded prescription orders. Prescription orders that require multiple coatings might take an additional week dependent on the number of coatings required.
We are constantly monitoring the progress of all orders and will endeavour to dispatch your order within 15 working days or within the timeframe specified above for prescriptions. However, if this is not possible we will notify you by email and let you know the estimated delivery date. If this is not satisfactory you will have the opportunity to cancel your order.
Please note that all outgoing mail is registered and will require a signature at the destination address. For international addresses it is particularly important that the address provided is as clear and accurate as possible so that the courier can get it to the right destination without delay.
Prescription Orders
Over 95% of orders dispatched are delivered within the timeframes stated above, however, due to the nature of the glazing process, we can not guarantee specific delivery dates on prescription orders. Prescription lenses are made to very high standards with low tolerance for errors and are rigorously checked at all stages of production. Any error in the prescription across the lens, deficiencies in the coating or blemishes that cannot be removed means the lens would need to go back in production and re-made. All prescription lenses are also rigorously checked at Eyekit before dispatch and any errors will mean that the lenses as sent back to the glazer for replacing. We have a zero tolerance for errors to ensure our customers receive prescription eyewear to the highest standards and we will not compromise on these standards even if it means delivering eyewear later than expected. Your eyesight is perhaps your most important sense and you deserve the best sight possible.
