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How the Blinded Wear RX Lifetime Replacement Policy Works

Prescription pickleball glasses are customized products, so understanding what happens if a pair eventually breaks is an important part of buying RX eyewear.

Blinded Wear offers 50% lifetime replacement support if eligible glasses break, subject to the current policy terms. Instead of promising an unlimited free replacement, the program can provide 50% credit toward a replacement pair after an eligible claim is completed.

For RX eyewear, there is another important distinction: customized prescription glasses are final sale and excluded from the standard 30-day return policy. That does not automatically eliminate applicable lifetime replacement support if an eligible RX pair later breaks.

This guide explains how those policies fit together, what a replacement claim can look like, and several realistic examples of situations customers may encounter.

Important: The examples below are hypothetical policy examples, not customer testimonials or representations that a particular claim has already been approved. Actual eligibility depends on the current policy and the circumstances of the claim.

Quick Answer: What Does the RX Lifetime Replacement Program Provide?

If eligible Blinded Wear glasses break, the lifetime replacement program can provide 50% credit toward a replacement pair, subject to current policy requirements.

The damaged eyewear must be returned as part of an eligible claim. For damaged RX eyewear, contact blindedwearco@gmail.com before returning the pair.

The program should not be described as:

• A free lifetime replacement
• A 100% refund
• An unlimited no-questions-asked warranty
• A promise that every type of damage is covered
• Automatic coverage for lost eyewear
• Automatic replacement when your prescription changes
• A guarantee that Blinded Wear glasses cannot break

For the current terms, review the Blinded Wear Protection Plan, Replacement & Returns information.

Is This a Free Lifetime RX Warranty?

No. The most accurate way to understand the program is as 50% lifetime replacement support for eligible broken glasses.

The distinction matters because the word “warranty” can sometimes be interpreted as meaning that a damaged product will always be repaired or replaced at no cost. That is not what the Blinded Wear replacement program promises.

RX Final Sale vs. Lifetime Replacement Support

One of the easiest parts of an RX eyewear policy to misunderstand is the difference between a return and a replacement claim.

Customized Blinded Wear RX eyewear is final sale. That means it is excluded from the standard 30-day return policy that may apply to eligible standard purchases.

However, final sale status and lifetime replacement support address different situations.

In short: RX final sale does not automatically mean RX eyewear has no breakage support.

Why Is Customized RX Eyewear Final Sale?

Prescription eyewear is created around individualized optical information rather than being the same standard configuration for every customer.

A prescription can contain values such as:

• OD and OS
• SPH
• CYL
• AXIS
• ADD when prescribed
• Prism when prescribed

Because RX eyewear is customized, it should not be treated as interchangeable with a standard non-prescription product for return-policy purposes.

Before ordering, make sure the prescription image you provide is clear and appropriate for eyeglass use.

Start With the Correct RX Order

For applicable Blinded Wear prescription products, upload a clear image of your eyeglass prescription on the product page before adding the eyewear to your cart.

Before submitting your order:

• Use an eyeglass prescription rather than a contact-lens prescription.
• Make sure the prescription image is readable.
• Do not guess unclear numbers.
• Do not change plus or minus signs.
• Do not independently alter CYL or AXIS.
• Do not invent missing prescription information.

For more information, review How to Order RX Glasses.

How an RX Replacement Claim Works

If your Blinded Wear RX glasses break and you believe they may qualify for replacement support, use the current policy process rather than immediately mailing the eyewear without instructions.

1. Keep the damaged eyewear. An eligible claim requires the damaged pair to be returned.
2. Contact Blinded Wear. For damaged RX eyewear, contact blindedwearco@gmail.com before returning the pair.
3. Follow the current claim instructions. Eligibility and return requirements are determined under the current policy.
4. Return the damaged eyewear as instructed.
5. If the claim qualifies, receive 50% credit toward a replacement pair.

Do not discard a broken RX pair before contacting Blinded Wear if you intend to pursue replacement support.

Why Do I Need to Return the Broken Glasses?

The damaged eyewear is part of the replacement-claim process. Keeping the broken pair available also prevents confusion between a breakage claim and situations such as lost eyewear.

If a pair is damaged:

• Do not throw it away.
• Do not intentionally create additional damage.
• Do not remove lenses or disassemble the frame unless instructed to do so.
• Contact Blinded Wear before returning damaged RX eyewear.

The existence of lifetime replacement support should never be interpreted as permission to intentionally damage eyewear.

What Does “50% Credit Toward a Replacement Pair” Mean?

The lifetime replacement program is not a promise to send another pair for free. For an eligible claim, the customer can receive 50% credit toward a replacement pair.

That means the customer still contributes toward the replacement rather than receiving a 100% complimentary replacement.

This structure provides continuing support if eligible eyewear breaks while avoiding the misleading promise of unlimited free replacements.

Example 1: Your RX Frame Breaks During Normal Ownership

Imagine a customer owns a pair of Blinded Wear RX pickleball glasses and the frame eventually breaks.

A reasonable claim process would look like this:

1. The customer keeps the damaged pair.
2. The customer contacts blindedwearco@gmail.com before returning the RX eyewear.
3. Blinded Wear provides the applicable current instructions.
4. The damaged eyewear is returned as required.
5. If the claim is eligible, the customer receives 50% credit toward a replacement pair.

This example demonstrates the structure of the policy. It does not mean that every possible frame break is automatically eligible without review.

Example 2: Your RX Lens Is Physically Damaged

Suppose an RX pair experiences physical lens damage and the customer wants to know whether lifetime replacement support applies.

The customer should not assume that the policy automatically provides a free replacement lens.

Instead:

1. Keep the damaged pair.
2. Contact Blinded Wear regarding the RX damage.
3. Follow the current replacement-claim instructions.
4. Return the damaged eyewear if required for the eligible claim.
5. If approved under the policy, receive 50% credit toward a replacement pair.

This is a replacement-pair support program. Do not assume that lens-only replacement or lens installation is included unless that service is specifically confirmed for the situation.

Example 3: Your Glasses Are Damaged While Traveling

Now imagine you travel to a pickleball tournament and discover that your RX eyewear has been damaged in transit.

The important question is not simply whether the damage occurred while traveling. Eligibility still depends on the current replacement policy and the circumstances of the claim.

The correct approach is:

• Keep the damaged eyewear.
• Document the condition for your own reference if useful.
• Contact Blinded Wear before returning damaged RX eyewear.
• Follow the current claim instructions.

Do not describe the program as automatically covering every TSA incident, suitcase compression event, airline mishap, or other travel scenario unless the current policy specifically establishes eligibility.

Example 4: Your Prescription Changes but the Glasses Are Not Broken

Suppose your eye-care professional gives you a new prescription while your existing Blinded Wear RX glasses remain intact.

That is different from an eligible broken-eyewear claim.

A prescription change should not automatically be treated as physical product damage, and the lifetime replacement program should not be presented as a free or discounted prescription-update program unless the current policy specifically says so.

If your prescription changes, use the new prescription when ordering future RX eyewear as appropriate.

Example 5: You Lose Your RX Glasses

Imagine you finish a tournament, leave the facility, and later realize you cannot find your RX glasses.

Loss is fundamentally different from returning a damaged pair. Because an eligible replacement claim requires damaged eyewear to be returned, do not assume a missing pair qualifies for breakage support.

If you are unsure whether a situation is eligible, review the current policy or contact Blinded Wear rather than assuming coverage.

Example 6: You Notice a Small Scratch

A scratch is physical surface damage, but it should not automatically be treated as equivalent to a broken pair or a guaranteed replacement claim.

First distinguish a true scratch from:

• Dust
• Skin oil
• Sunscreen
• Water residue
• Fog or condensation
• Other removable contamination

If the mark remains after appropriate cleaning and you have questions about eligibility, contact Blinded Wear for guidance under the current policy.

Do not attempt to polish prescription lenses with toothpaste, baking soda, automotive compounds, or other abrasive DIY methods.

Example 7: A Pickleball Hits Your RX Glasses

Suppose your eyewear takes a direct hit during play and appears physically damaged afterward.

There are two separate questions:

1. Is the eyewear damaged?
2. Is the resulting claim eligible under the replacement policy?

Inspect the frame and lenses for visible cracks, chips, deformation, or lens displacement. Keep the damaged eyewear and contact Blinded Wear regarding the replacement process.

Do not interpret the replacement policy as a guarantee that every Blinded Wear frame or lens can withstand every pickleball impact.

Example 8: The Frame Is Bent but the Lenses Are Intact

A visibly bent frame can change how prescription lenses sit relative to your eyes even when the lenses themselves appear intact.

Physical frame deformation does not rewrite your prescription, but it can change the wearing position.

Avoid aggressively bending significantly damaged eyewear back into shape yourself. If the frame is broken or you believe the damage may qualify for replacement support, keep the pair and contact Blinded Wear.

What Should You Never Assume About the RX Replacement Policy?

A lifetime replacement program is valuable, but its terms should be described accurately.

Do not automatically assume:

• Every damaged pair receives a free replacement.
• Every scratch qualifies.
• Every travel incident qualifies.
• Lost glasses qualify.
• Stolen glasses qualify.
• A changed prescription qualifies as breakage.
• Lens-only replacement is included.
• Installation services are included.
• Prepaid return shipping is always provided.
• Shipping in both directions is always free.
• No information will ever be requested.
• There is no claim-review process.
• Replacement is instantaneous.

Always use the current policy for the exact claim.

Lifetime Replacement Support Does Not Mean the Glasses Are Indestructible

The existence of replacement support should not be used as evidence that a product cannot break.

A replacement policy and physical product characteristics are different topics.

The policy does not automatically establish that the eyewear is:

• Shatterproof
• Crack-proof
• Scratchproof
• Crushproof
• Heatproof
• TSA-proof
• Indestructible
• Safety certified

Likewise, impact-resistant lens characteristics should not be expanded into an unlimited durability guarantee for the complete pair.

Does High-Index Lens Material Affect Warranty Eligibility?

High-index describes a category of prescription lens material commonly used to help manage finished lens thickness. Blinded Wear includes high-index prescription lenses at no additional cost.

High-index should not be interpreted as meaning:

• Shatterproof
• Scratchproof
• Impact-proof
• Heatproof
• Crushproof
• Automatically covered for every type of damage

Lens material and replacement-policy eligibility are separate considerations.

Impact Resistance and Replacement Coverage Are Separate

Blinded Wear offers impact-resistant lens options, but impact resistance should not be interpreted as a promise that a lens cannot be damaged.

Likewise, the presence of physical damage does not by itself establish whether a replacement claim qualifies.

How to Reduce Avoidable Damage to RX Pickleball Glasses

Replacement support is useful when eligible eyewear breaks, but good care can still reduce avoidable wear and damage.

• Protect eyewear from unnecessary compression when it is not being worn.
• Avoid storing lenses loose against keys, grit, or other abrasive objects.
• Remove loose debris appropriately before wiping lenses.
• Use lens-compatible cleaning methods and materials.
• Avoid abrasive DIY scratch-removal methods.
• Avoid intentionally bending frames.
• Avoid unnecessary prolonged exposure to extreme heat.
• Inspect eyewear after a substantial drop or impact.

These practices do not guarantee that eyewear will never break. They simply reduce unnecessary risks during normal ownership.

Use Protective Storage Instead of Relying on Crush Resistance

Sports eyewear can be exposed to very different forces when it is packed in a bag than when it is being worn.

Compression from luggage or other objects is not the same physical stress as lens impact. An impact-resistant lens should not automatically be described as crush-resistant.

When traveling, protect RX eyewear from unnecessary compression and keep an essential prescription pair accessible when practical.

Do not assume a particular case or accessory is included with every Blinded Wear purchase unless that item is specifically listed with the product.

Can Extreme Heat Damage Prescription Eyewear?

Lens materials, frames, and surface treatments can respond differently to environmental conditions. There is no single universal temperature at which every pair of prescription glasses will fail.

A practical approach is to avoid unnecessary prolonged exposure to extreme heat, including leaving eyewear in unusually hot environments when it can reasonably be avoided.

High-index material does not mean heatproof, and replacement support should not be described as automatically covering every heat-related situation.

Clean RX Lenses Without Creating Additional Damage

Before assuming a lens is damaged, make sure the issue is not removable contamination.

Common surface issues can include:

• Fingerprints
• Skin oils
• Sweat residue
• Sunscreen
• Dust
• Water spots

Use appropriate lens-care methods and avoid grinding loose grit across the lens.

A scratch is different from dirt, a crack is different from a scratch, and fog is different from all three. Correctly identifying the problem helps prevent unnecessary DIY treatment.

Always Check the Current Policy Before Starting a Claim

Policy details can matter when determining eligibility, so the current Blinded Wear policy page should be the primary reference before initiating a return or replacement request.

Review the current Protection Plan, Replacement & Returns information.

For damaged RX eyewear, contact blindedwearco@gmail.com before returning the pair.

RX Warranty and Replacement FAQ

Does Blinded Wear offer lifetime support for broken glasses?

Yes. Blinded Wear offers 50% lifetime replacement support if eligible glasses break, subject to the current policy terms.

Do I receive a free replacement pair?

No. For an eligible claim, the program provides 50% credit toward a replacement pair rather than a completely free replacement.

Do I have to return the broken glasses?

Yes. The damaged eyewear must be returned as part of an eligible claim.

What should I do before returning damaged RX glasses?

Contact blindedwearco@gmail.com before returning damaged RX eyewear.

Are customized RX glasses returnable within 30 days?

Customized RX eyewear is final sale and excluded from the standard 30-day return policy.

Does final sale mean RX glasses have no lifetime replacement support?

No. RX final sale status does not automatically eliminate applicable 50% lifetime replacement support for eligible broken eyewear.

Does a prescription change qualify for lifetime replacement?

Do not assume so. A prescription change is different from physical breakage.

Are lost RX glasses covered?

Do not assume loss qualifies for the breakage program. An eligible claim requires the damaged eyewear to be returned.

Are stolen glasses covered?

Do not assume theft qualifies unless the current policy specifically establishes eligibility for that situation.

Are scratches automatically covered?

No automatic scratch-coverage claim should be made. Eligibility depends on the current policy and circumstances.

Does Blinded Wear provide lens-only replacement?

Do not assume lens-only replacement is included unless that service is specifically confirmed.

Does Blinded Wear install replacement lenses?

Do not promise installation services unless they are specifically confirmed for the customer's situation.

Does Blinded Wear pay shipping both ways?

Do not assume prepaid or free shipping in both directions unless the current claim instructions specifically provide it.

Do I need to keep the damaged pair?

Yes. If you intend to pursue replacement support, keep the damaged eyewear because an eligible claim requires it to be returned.

Can I intentionally test how much impact my glasses can take?

No. Intentional home impact testing can damage otherwise usable eyewear and is not a substitute for standardized product testing.

Does the lifetime replacement program prove the glasses are indestructible?

No. Replacement support and physical durability are separate issues.

Part 1: The Most Important Things to Remember

• Blinded Wear offers 50% lifetime replacement support for eligible broken glasses.
• An eligible claim provides 50% credit toward a replacement pair, not a completely free replacement.
• The damaged eyewear must be returned.
• For damaged RX eyewear, contact blindedwearco@gmail.com before returning the pair.
• Customized RX eyewear is final sale.
• RX final sale status does not automatically eliminate applicable lifetime replacement support for eligible breakage.
• Do not assume loss, theft, prescription changes, scratches, travel incidents, or other circumstances automatically qualify.
• Do not promise lens-only replacement, free return shipping, free installation, or no-questions-asked claims unless specifically confirmed.
• The lifetime replacement program does not mean the eyewear is indestructible.
• The examples in this guide are hypothetical policy examples, not fabricated customer testimonials.

For current terms and eligibility, review the Blinded Wear Protection Plan, Replacement & Returns information.

How to Think About RX Replacement Eligibility

The lifetime replacement program is easiest to understand when you separate what happened to the eyewear from whether the resulting claim is eligible under the current policy.

Physical damage alone should not be turned into an automatic coverage promise. Instead, keep the damaged pair, review the current policy, and contact Blinded Wear for RX claim instructions.

More Realistic RX Replacement Examples

The following scenarios show how the policy can work in real-world situations without inventing customer testimonials or promising that a particular claim will be approved.

These are hypothetical examples. Actual eligibility depends on the current Blinded Wear policy and the individual claim.

Example 9: The Temple Arm Breaks

Imagine that one temple arm on a customer's RX pickleball glasses physically breaks during ownership.

The customer should keep the complete damaged pair rather than discarding the broken component.

The next steps would be:

1. Keep the damaged eyewear and any separated pieces.
2. Contact blindedwearco@gmail.com before returning the RX pair.
3. Follow the current replacement-claim instructions.
4. Return the damaged eyewear as required for an eligible claim.
5. If the claim qualifies, receive 50% credit toward a replacement pair.

The program should not be described as guaranteeing a free temple-arm repair or replacement component.

Example 10: The Glasses Fall Out of a Pickleball Bag

Suppose a player's RX glasses fall from a pickleball bag and the frame breaks when it hits the ground.

The fact that the damage occurred during a drop does not require the customer to diagnose exactly how much force reached the frame. The practical issue is that the eyewear is now physically damaged.

The customer should keep the pair, contact Blinded Wear, and follow the current claim process.

If the claim meets the policy requirements, 50% lifetime replacement support can provide 50% credit toward a replacement pair.

This example does not establish that every drop-related incident is automatically eligible.

Example 11: The Glasses Are Crushed Inside a Bag

Imagine a player discovers that other equipment compressed the RX glasses inside a travel or pickleball bag and the frame is visibly damaged.

Compression is different from ordinary lens impact. An impact-resistant lens characteristic should not be interpreted as a promise that the complete pair is crushproof.

If the eyewear is broken:

• Keep the damaged pair.
• Do not aggressively bend it back into shape.
• Contact Blinded Wear regarding replacement eligibility.
• Follow the current instructions before returning RX eyewear.

Do not promise that every compression or luggage incident is automatically covered.

Example 12: A Lens Comes Out After the Frame Is Damaged

Suppose a physical impact damages the frame and one prescription lens becomes displaced.

Do not automatically assume that the lens itself failed or that it needs to be replaced independently. The problem could involve the frame, lens retention, the lens, or more than one component.

If the eyewear is significantly damaged, keep the complete pair and contact Blinded Wear.

Avoid forcing the lens back into a visibly damaged frame when the condition of the eyewear is uncertain.

Example 13: Your Glasses Break Years After Purchase

The word lifetime is important because the replacement program is not described as ending after the standard 30-day return period.

Imagine an eligible pair breaks well after the original purchase. The standard return period and the lifetime replacement program address different situations.

The customer would still:

1. Keep the damaged eyewear.
2. Contact Blinded Wear regarding the broken RX pair.
3. Follow the current policy requirements.
4. Return the damaged eyewear for an eligible claim.
5. Receive 50% credit toward a replacement pair if the claim qualifies.

Lifetime support should still not be described as unlimited free replacements or as eliminating current eligibility requirements.

Example 14: You Want a Different Style but Your RX Glasses Are Fine

Suppose your current prescription glasses are intact, but you decide that you prefer another Blinded Wear frame.

Wanting a different style is not the same thing as an eligible broken-eyewear claim.

You can browse another pair from the Prescription Pickleball Glasses Collection, but do not treat the lifetime replacement program as a general trade-in program for undamaged eyewear.

Example 15: Your Old Prescription Is No Longer Appropriate

Imagine your current Blinded Wear RX glasses remain usable, but an eye-care professional provides a different prescription.

The lifetime replacement program should not automatically be used to replace intact eyewear simply because the optical prescription has changed.

When ordering a new RX pair, use the appropriate current eyeglass prescription rather than changing the existing lenses yourself or guessing new values.

Example 16: You Think the Lens Is Cracked, but It Is Actually Residue

Not every visible mark represents permanent damage.

Sweat, sunscreen, fingerprints, water spots, and other residue can create marks that may initially look like a lens problem.

Before starting a claim, use appropriate lens-care methods to determine whether removable contamination is involved.

Do not use aggressive cleaning methods to “test” whether a mark is permanent. Abrasive treatment can create additional damage.

Example 17: You Accidentally Leave the Glasses Somewhere

Suppose you leave your RX eyewear at a pickleball facility and cannot recover it.

Because an eligible breakage claim requires the damaged eyewear to be returned, a missing pair should not automatically be treated like a broken pair.

The lifetime replacement program should therefore not be advertised as loss protection unless the current policy specifically provides that coverage.

Example 18: The Frame Is Damaged but Still Wearable

Not every damaged frame becomes completely unusable immediately. A player might notice deformation or another physical issue while still being able to put the eyewear on.

Continued wearability does not prove that the eyewear is undamaged.

If the frame is visibly damaged:

• Inspect the lens seating.
• Notice whether the frame now sits substantially differently.
• Avoid repeatedly bending it back and forth.
• Contact Blinded Wear if you believe the damage may qualify for replacement support.

Example 19: Your RX Glasses Are Damaged During a Tournament

Suppose your primary prescription pair becomes physically damaged midway through a tournament weekend.

The lifetime replacement program can be useful after the event if the claim is eligible, but it should not be treated as an instant on-site replacement service.

This is one reason players who depend on prescription correction may benefit from traveling with a usable backup pair.

The backup helps solve the immediate vision-correction problem. The replacement policy can then address an eligible damaged pair through the normal claim process.

Example 20: You Damage Your Backup Pair Too

Lifetime replacement support applies according to the current policy and eligibility of the damaged eyewear. It should not be described as an unlimited supply of free replacement pairs simply because multiple pairs are owned.

If more than one pair is damaged, keep the affected eyewear and contact Blinded Wear for instructions relevant to the situation.

RX Replacement Examples at a Glance

What to Do Before Contacting Blinded Wear About Damaged RX Glasses

A few simple steps can make it easier to explain what happened without attempting to diagnose the eyewear yourself.

1. Keep the complete damaged pair.
2. Do not throw away broken components.
3. Do not intentionally create additional damage.
4. Avoid aggressive DIY repair.
5. Identify the obvious physical issue. For example, a broken frame, displaced lens, or visible crack.
6. Contact blindedwearco@gmail.com.
7. Wait for the applicable return instructions before sending damaged RX eyewear.

You do not need to invent a technical diagnosis. Simply describe the observable condition accurately.

What Information Is Useful When Contacting Support?

When asking about a damaged RX pair, clear basic information can help identify the situation.

Useful details may include:

• The eyewear model
• The general type of physical damage
• Whether you still have the damaged pair
• Whether any parts have separated from the frame
• Relevant order information when available

Do not interpret this list as a guarantee that these are the only details that may be needed for every claim. Follow the instructions provided for the specific situation.

You Do Not Need to Diagnose the Material Failure Yourself

If your glasses break, you do not need to decide whether the cause was a hinge failure, material fatigue, lens-retention issue, impact failure, or another technical mechanism before contacting Blinded Wear.

Describe what you can actually observe.

For example:

• “The frame broke near one temple.”
• “The lens came out after the frame was dropped.”
• “There is a visible crack in the lens.”
• “The frame is visibly bent after an impact.”

Clear factual descriptions are more useful than guessing at an engineering cause.

Do Not Disassemble Damaged RX Glasses Before a Claim

Unless you receive instructions to do so, avoid taking apart the eyewear simply to investigate the damage.

That includes unnecessarily:

• Removing prescription lenses
• Forcing displaced lenses back into a damaged frame
• Removing hardware
• Bending components repeatedly
• Applying glue
• Using heat to reshape the frame

Keep the damaged eyewear in its existing condition and follow the applicable claim instructions.

Should You Repair the Glasses Before Making a Claim?

Avoid aggressive DIY repairs when you intend to ask about replacement support.

Temporary fixes can potentially make the original condition harder to evaluate and may create additional damage.

In particular, avoid:

• Superglue near lenses or frame components
• Heating the frame to reshape it
• Drilling or cutting the frame
• Grinding damaged lens edges
• Polishing scratches with abrasive compounds

Contact Blinded Wear first when the eyewear is physically damaged and you are considering a replacement claim.

Can You Claim Just a Damaged RX Lens?

Do not assume the lifetime replacement program is a lens-only replacement service.

The verified program provides 50% credit toward a replacement pair for eligible broken glasses after the applicable claim requirements are met.

If one lens appears damaged while the frame remains intact, contact Blinded Wear regarding the specific situation rather than promising that a single replacement lens will be manufactured or installed.

What If Only the Frame Is Broken?

The same principle applies when the frame is damaged but the prescription lenses appear intact.

Do not automatically promise:

• A frame-only swap
• Transfer of the existing RX lenses
• Free frame repair
• Installation into another frame

Keep the complete pair and use the current replacement process. Eligible support is described as 50% credit toward a replacement pair.

Can Existing RX Lenses Be Moved Into a New Frame?

Do not assume that prescription lenses from a damaged frame can simply be transferred into another frame.

Prescription lenses are finished for a particular eyewear configuration, and compatibility depends on the actual lens and frame geometry.

If a frame breaks, the lifetime replacement program should be understood in terms of its verified replacement-pair support rather than as a guaranteed lens-transfer service.

What If Your Prescription Changes Before You Replace a Broken Pair?

Breakage eligibility and prescription accuracy are separate questions.

If an eligible damaged pair qualifies for replacement support but your prescription needs have changed since the original purchase, do not automatically reuse outdated prescription information simply because it was used for the original pair.

Use the appropriate eyeglass prescription for the replacement order according to the ordering instructions and your current vision needs.

If you are uncertain whether your prescription is still appropriate, consult an eye-care professional rather than guessing.

Do You Still Need Prescription Information for a Replacement RX Pair?

A replacement pair of prescription eyewear still needs appropriate prescription information.

For applicable Blinded Wear RX products, upload a clear image of the eyeglass prescription on the product page before adding the eyewear to the cart.

Do not assume that lifetime replacement support eliminates the normal RX ordering requirements.

What About High-Index Lenses on the Replacement Pair?

Blinded Wear includes high-index prescription lenses at no additional cost.

High-index material is commonly used to help manage finished lens thickness. Final thickness can still depend on:

• Prescription
• Frame and lens dimensions
• Decentration and positioning
• Lens design
• Other optical requirements

A replacement pair may therefore not look physically identical to an older pair if the prescription, frame, or other relevant variables have changed.

Will the Replacement Pair Be Identical to the Original?

Do not promise that an eligible replacement will always be an identical copy of the damaged pair.

Current product availability, the selected replacement, prescription requirements, and other ordering details can matter.

The verified benefit is 50% credit toward a replacement pair, subject to the current policy, rather than a guarantee that an identical frame and lens configuration will always be available indefinitely.

Current Blinded Wear RX Options

If you are choosing prescription pickleball eyewear or eventually selecting a replacement pair, current Blinded Wear RX options include:

• Steel Ice RX
• Blue Shield RX
• Havana Melt RX
• Gray Wash RX
• Zebra II RX
• Lava Rock RX
• Frost RX
• Rippled X RX
• Crystal Wave II RX

Browse the complete Blinded Wear Prescription Pickleball Glasses Collection for current options.

What If Your Original RX Model Is No Longer Available?

Product collections can change over time, which is another reason not to describe lifetime replacement support as a guarantee that the exact original product will remain available forever.

If an eligible claim involves an older model, follow the current replacement instructions and choose from the options available for the replacement process.

The lifetime component refers to the replacement support, subject to policy terms, rather than a promise of permanent inventory for every individual frame.

How the 50% Replacement Benefit Works in Principle

The easiest way to understand the program is to think in percentages rather than assume a fixed dollar amount.

If an eligible replacement pair has an applicable replacement value, the lifetime program provides 50% credit toward that replacement pair under the current policy.

The exact dollar amount can therefore depend on the replacement pair rather than being one universal credit amount for every customer and every product.

Always use the current checkout and claim information for the actual replacement rather than relying on an old example price.

Is the Lifetime Replacement Program Insurance?

Do not treat the replacement program as general insurance for every event that could happen to eyewear.

The verified benefit concerns eligible broken glasses under the current replacement policy.

It should not automatically be expanded into coverage for:

• Loss
• Theft
• Prescription changes
• Every cosmetic mark
• Every travel incident
• Every environmental exposure
• Any other event not established by the current policy

Does Lifetime Replacement Mean the Glasses Are Safety Certified?

No. A replacement policy is a customer-support policy, not a protective testing standard.

It does not establish:

• ANSI certification
• Ballistic protection
• Shatterproof construction
• Protection against every pickleball impact
• Protection against every paddle impact

If a specific protective certification is required for an activity, verify that certification for the exact product and configuration.

Does Impact Resistance Mean You Will Never Need the Replacement Program?

No. Impact resistance should not be interpreted as indestructibility.

Physical performance can depend on the lens, frame, lens retention, impact circumstances, and other aspects of the finished eyewear.

Even eyewear with impact-resistant characteristics can potentially be damaged under sufficient force.

The replacement policy exists as customer support for eligible breakage; it is not evidence that breakage is impossible.

Scratch vs. Crack: Why the Difference Matters

These terms describe different types of physical conditions.

Do not diagnose an uncertain lens condition solely from a written description. If you are unsure whether the eyewear is damaged or whether a claim may qualify, contact Blinded Wear.

Does Lens Damage Change the Prescription?

A scratch or crack does not rewrite the prescription power manufactured into a conventional lens.

Physical damage and prescription values are separate.

However, significant damage can still make eyewear inappropriate to continue using even though the original prescription values have not magically changed.

If you experience a meaningful or persistent change in your vision after an impact near the eye, do not assume the issue is merely the glasses. Appropriate eye-care evaluation may be needed.

What If Damage Changes How the RX Glasses Sit?

A damaged frame can change the physical relationship between prescription lenses and the wearer.

Depending on the eyewear and prescription, relevant factors can include:

• Horizontal lens positioning
• Vertical positioning when applicable
• Vertex distance
• Pantoscopic tilt
• Wrap or face-form characteristics

This does not mean every tiny frame movement creates a significant optical problem. It means a substantially damaged or deformed frame should not be treated as equivalent to an undamaged one simply because the lenses remain attached.

Check Your RX Glasses Before a Tournament

A quick inspection before an important event can reduce the chance that an obvious eyewear problem surprises you during play.

1. Clean the lenses appropriately.
2. Look for obvious cracks or chips.
3. Check that the lenses appear normally seated.
4. Look for obvious frame damage.
5. Put the eyewear on and check normal fit.
6. Make sure the visual experience feels appropriate.

This does not replace professional evaluation when an optical or structural concern exists.

A Lifetime Replacement Policy Does Not Replace a Backup Pair

If you rely on prescription correction during travel or tournaments, replacement support cannot guarantee that a new pair will be physically available at the exact moment your primary pair becomes damaged.

A usable backup RX pair can therefore be practical for:

• Multi-day tournaments
• Out-of-state travel
• Long pickleball weekends
• Situations where you depend heavily on prescription correction

The backup solves an immediate practical problem. The replacement program addresses an eligible damaged pair through the normal claim process.

Travel With RX Glasses as if They Can Be Damaged

Lifetime replacement support should not encourage careless storage.

Travel can expose eyewear to:

• Compression
• Drops
• Abrasion
• Repeated handling
• Heat
• Moisture and residue

No ordinary pair of prescription sports glasses should be treated as crushproof, TSA-proof, scratchproof, or immune to travel damage.

Protective storage and a backup pair are more practical than assuming the replacement policy makes damage irrelevant.

RX Warranty and Care Myths

Myth: Lifetime replacement means I get unlimited free glasses.

No. Eligible claims can receive 50% credit toward a replacement pair under the current policy.

Myth: I can throw the broken glasses away.

No. The damaged eyewear must be returned for an eligible claim.

Myth: RX final sale means there is no support if the glasses break.

No. Final-sale status and applicable lifetime replacement support address different situations.

Myth: Any scratch guarantees a replacement.

No. Do not assume every scratch or cosmetic issue automatically qualifies.

Myth: A new prescription means I can use the breakage program.

A prescription change should not automatically be treated as physical breakage.

Myth: Lost glasses are the same as broken glasses.

No. An eligible breakage claim requires damaged eyewear to be returned.

Myth: Impact-resistant means the glasses cannot break.

No. Impact resistance is not an indestructibility guarantee.

Myth: High-index means the lenses are stronger.

Refractive index is an optical material property, not a universal durability score.

Myth: Lifetime replacement proves the glasses are safety certified.

No. Replacement policy terms and protective certifications are separate.

Myth: Blinded Wear automatically replaces individual RX lenses.

Do not assume lens-only replacement. The verified program provides eligible customers 50% credit toward a replacement pair.

More Questions About Blinded Wear RX Replacement Support

How long does lifetime replacement support last?

The program is described as lifetime replacement support, subject to the current policy terms and eligibility requirements.

Is the standard return policy also lifetime?

No. The standard return policy and lifetime replacement support are different programs. Eligible standard purchases have a 30-day return policy, while customized RX eyewear is final sale.

Can customized RX eyewear still qualify after the 30-day period?

RX eyewear being final sale does not automatically eliminate applicable lifetime replacement support for eligible broken glasses.

How much credit do I get for an eligible broken pair?

The program provides 50% credit toward a replacement pair for an eligible claim.

Do I need the broken pair?

Yes. The damaged eyewear must be returned for an eligible claim.

Where do I contact Blinded Wear about damaged RX glasses?

Contact blindedwearco@gmail.com before returning damaged RX eyewear.

Should I mail the glasses before contacting Blinded Wear?

For damaged RX eyewear, contact Blinded Wear first and follow the applicable return instructions.

Will Blinded Wear send me a prepaid label?

Do not assume prepaid shipping unless it is specifically provided in the instructions for your claim.

Is shipping both ways always free?

Do not assume that unless the current policy or claim instructions specifically state it.

Is there paperwork?

Do not promise a completely paperwork-free or information-free process. Follow the current instructions for the specific claim.

Do I need to explain exactly how the glasses broke?

You can describe the observable damage and follow the information requests for the claim. You do not need to invent a technical explanation for the failure.

Can I throw away a broken lens and return only the frame?

Keep the damaged eyewear and its components unless you receive different instructions.

Can I glue the frame before sending it back?

Avoid aggressive DIY repair before asking about a claim. Keep the damaged eyewear in its existing condition when practical.

Can I get a completely different RX model as the replacement?

Do not assume every replacement configuration is automatically available. Follow the current claim and replacement instructions and current product availability.

What if my original model has been discontinued?

Lifetime replacement support should not be interpreted as a guarantee that every frame remains in inventory forever. Follow the current replacement options provided for an eligible claim.

Does the replacement pair use my old prescription automatically?

Do not assume outdated prescription information should automatically be reused. Use appropriate eyeglass prescription information for the replacement order.

Can I use my contact-lens prescription for the replacement?

No. A contact-lens prescription and an eyeglass prescription are not interchangeable.

Are high-index RX lenses still included?

Blinded Wear includes high-index prescription lenses at no additional cost.

Does the 50% replacement support mean the original pair was defective?

No. Eligibility for replacement support should not automatically be interpreted as evidence of a manufacturing defect.

Does replacement eligibility prove the product failed a safety standard?

No. Replacement-policy eligibility and safety testing are separate matters.

Can I intentionally break an old pair to use the replacement program?

No. Lifetime replacement support should never be interpreted as permission to intentionally damage eyewear.

RX Replacement Claim Checklist

If your Blinded Wear prescription eyewear is physically damaged, remember these steps:

• Keep the damaged pair.
• Keep separated components when practical.
• Do not intentionally create additional damage.
• Avoid aggressive DIY repair.
• Do not assume a lens-only or frame-only replacement.
• Contact blindedwearco@gmail.com before returning damaged RX eyewear.
• Follow the current claim instructions.
• Return the damaged eyewear as required for an eligible claim.
• Understand that eligible support provides 50% credit toward a replacement pair.
• Use appropriate current eyeglass prescription information for replacement RX eyewear.

Part 2 Takeaways: What the Lifetime RX Program Actually Does

Blinded Wear's lifetime replacement support is designed to provide continuing value when eligible eyewear breaks without making unrealistic promises that prescription sports glasses are indestructible.

• Eligible broken glasses can receive 50% lifetime replacement support.
• The benefit is 50% credit toward a replacement pair, not a completely free pair.
• The damaged eyewear must be returned.
• Damaged RX eyewear should be discussed with Blinded Wear before it is returned.
• Customized RX eyewear remains final sale.
• Final sale and lifetime breakage support are separate policy concepts.
• Loss and prescription changes should not automatically be treated as eligible breakage.
• Travel damage, scratches, and other specific circumstances should not be promised as automatically covered.
• Do not assume lens-only replacement, frame-only replacement, lens transfer, free shipping, or free installation.
• Current product availability can affect replacement choices.
• High-index lens material, impact resistance, and replacement eligibility are separate characteristics.
• A replacement policy is not a safety certification or durability guarantee.

For the current policy and eligibility requirements, review the Blinded Wear Protection Plan, Replacement & Returns information.