A shooting question for members that have had cataract surgery

[Sistema1927]

I went with distance lenses, and wear reading glasses for some things. I am not wearing them right now working on the computer, but most things on my cell phone and reading the newspaper are easier with the cheaters.

I have no problem getting a good sight picture with both handguns and long guns.

 

[max]

I had mine done about 10 years ago and I chose the multifocal. I think that was about $6,000. However, I consider it money well spent and recommend it.

I am a much better shooter and driver now.

 

[tops]

I'm 80 and a couple of years ago I had distance lens placed in both eyes. I can see great at a distance and do not have a restriction on my drivers license but I need glasses for reading. I can see pistol sights better since surgery but not as good as when young.
I can't shoot small groups at long distance anymore so I rarely shoot at longer than 15 yards but I feel pretty confident at that distance. I enjoy shooting as much as I ever did but the targets are looking worse every year. Larry

 

[NYlakesider]

Had both eyes done a few years ago.

Without glasses like in a defensive action I can see well enough to shoot at reasonable distances.

 

[BAM-BAM]

I'm 68 and had both eyes done......15+ years ago now.....both eyes distance lenses ....... still 20/20.
Cataracts run in the family ..... father and Grandfather.

I use three sets of drug store readers;they have been 3 for $15 at CVS
general close work 2.5........ 12-18"
Computer work 1.25........these or a set of 1.0 work for front sight/arms length distances
reading in bed 3.0...... book resting on my chest 12"

Front sight without glasses is good for flash sight picture at self defense ranges.

Some options to consider:
Fiber optic front sight!

Hansen Eagle Eye shooting glasses..... for range work. For handguns they have a bi-focal like insert in the upper (nose bridge) corner of the lens ...... out of the way when doing most "stuff" but crisp front sight picture when you drop your head for a sight picture. I've got two pair one in the door pocket of my truck the other in my range bag. IIRC about mine were just under $200 a set...... 10 years ago. eagleeyeshooting.com

 

[Absalom]

I don't really like wearing glasses and if I can't adjust to them, I will have to get the surgery.
Looking for any additional comments from those who have had only the two distant lense put in that didn't have other eye issues but only cataracts. I'm 74 and enjoy shooting handguns. I also carry concealed.

I did have two fast-degrading cataracts, but no other issues. I just got my second (right) eye done with the standard distance focus last month. The left one was done last year. Now both are 20/20 at distance (over maybe four feet or so away)

Seeing the sights of any gun with sufficient clarity is not a problem; even though the rear sight of a rifle might be a bit blurry, it's functionally irrelevant.

Like the others I do need simple non-prescription readers for book-sized script or reading texts on my phone. Strength 1.75 seems to work best. And these don't blur up the distance enough to be a problem if I have to shoot someone while wearing them

So I bought a bulk pack of cheap readers on Amazon and distributed them all over my house and van, so I always can grab one if needed. I do read a lot, but the option of near-focus lenses for the surgery, with glasses for everyday life, did not appeal to me.

 

[joe44va]

Had both eyes done two months ago. Sight picture and computer screen are much improved. Still have some issues with bright lights but the doctor says that will improve.

 

[Execpro]

I want to thank everyone on this post for your comments !!
They were all very helpful !!
If I can't adjust to the glasses, I will have the distance lens installed in my
left eye. Thanks Again !

 

[Rudi]

On my last range trip before my surgeries, I was shocked at my **** poor shooting. Shocked. First trip after, back on target, so to speak. You will be pleased.

 

[hemiram]

My bad shooting is not eye related. It's just getting old and lack of practice. I can see the sights pretty well, but the only handgun I shoot really well is my SAR CM9 G2 with a center mass laser on it. As long as I can see the dot, I shoot very well. With just the sights, not so great. I have super steady hands and once the dot is on target, I have zero issues keeping it there.

 

[COFFEEMUG]

I had both my eyes done back in 2010. did not need corrective lens at that time.
although I need glasses for reading and driving I have to use regular safety glasses when shooting. its the only way I can get a sight picture.