The mil prf 31013 testing is much more rigorous and demanding it produces seven times more impact energy than the ansi testing and therefore sunglasses that pass the mil prf. Civilian standard ansi z87 1 2010 for ballistic eyewear. Military standard mil prf 31013 and the u s.
As mentioned above military sunglasses should meet the u s. As proof the military is rolling out a new array of 10 smart looking pairs that vision. The days when military issued eyewear was known as bcgs birth control glasses are in the past.
Whether you need a pair of shades for hunting military use construction or any other rugged activity tactical sunglasses are going to be your best option. 8 2012 military recruits who wear glasses won t be issued s9s or birth control glasses anymore the nickname given to the iconic bcgs because many service. Fort leonard wood mo.
In the wake of the dod s announcement of new standard issue military glasses a new study found that one out of five marines is distraught over the loss of birth control glasses. Your unit will order your glasses from the navy. If you don t live near a military hospital or clinic you can order your glasses from the navy ophthalmic support training activity command.
You can choose from many frames and colors. One pair of glasses of your choice. One standard issue pair of sunglasses.
The distinctively out of date appearance of gi glasses does hold a certain appeal for civilians who want to emulate the military lifestyle. The military generally issues replacement gi glasses on a yearly basis and military eye doctors are available to determine if a change in prescription is necessary. At one time they were officially designated as regulation prescription glasses or rpgs this was commonly said to mean rut prevention glasses due to their unstylish appearance.
Dysphemisms for them include the most common birth control glasses also called bcgs and other variants.
Military issue glasses 2019. Gi glasses are eyeglasses issued by the american military to its service members.
Gi glasses are eyeglasses issued by the american military to its service members.
