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Half-rim eyeglasses or Browline glasses as the frame is only on the top part of the lenses. The lens may be notched to hold the lens in place, or a piece of mono-filament nylon line secures them in place around the bottom of the lens in a groove. Other variations of the half-rim eyeglasses version, known as browline glasses, are the frameless bottom part with only the upper portion of the lens were secured by heavy duty hinges attached to sturdy or flexible temples. Another type affixed to the glass using magnetized nose bridges and arches, making it look virtually frame-less. However, all quality features of the rimless version are also the quality features of the Semi-Rimless Eyeglasses. Browline glasses features include a lens with coatings for polarized, photochromic, 100% ultraviolet rays resistant, fog-free and scratch-proofing.

Half-Rim FAQ

What is a half-rim frame, and who is it for?

The rim runs along the top of the lens and a nylon cord holds the bottom. It looks lighter than a full rim and hides the top edge of the lens, which is where thickness shows on a minus prescription. A good middle ground for people who find full rims heavy and rimless too fragile.

Are half-rim frames sturdy?

More than rimless, less than full rim. The nylon cord stretches over the years; we replace it for a few dollars. The one thing to avoid is a very strong plus prescription, where the thick centre of the lens fights the groove.

Which half-rim frames are here?

Sport half-rims from Tifosi, Rudy Project, Nike and Under Armour, RE Ranger shooting glasses, Scheyden pilot frames, and everyday half-rim eyeglasses. The open bottom edge is what they share.