Suggestions on polishing my glasses (plastic)

[Klasse Act]

So my glasses are getting so scratched up, they're about 6 years old and not cheap to replace as my script is pretty strong, so is there anything I can do to polish them out? I've tried my polishes and it doesn't exactly do the trick. So if there's anything you guys can think of, let me know, thanks:props:

[BobbyG]

Since they're prescription glasses I don't suggest polishing otherwise you'll change the lens prescription. I've seen coating that fill these voids and scratches but can't tell you how they work as I've never tried them....

[Mike Phillips]

I dropped a pair of prescription glasses in a concrete hot tub once and by the time I retrieved them they had swirled around and were pretty scratched up.

I took some PlastX, a small piece of terry cloth and while waiting for my plane to take off at an airport meticulously rubbed out a majority of scratches and got them to the point I could wear them again.

I think I have before and after pictures somewhere on an old hard drive...


:)

[Mike Phillips]

PlastX uses a rare and unique abrasive mined in Australia, at least that's what I think I know... I could be wrong.

I know it's easy to think of abrasives in general terms but there are very unique types of abrasives in the world and a good chemist knows this and knows when to use the right type for a specific application.

Of course if there is any coating on the surface you abrade you will abrade the coating off.


:)

[FUNX650]

So my glasses are getting so scratched up, they're about 6 years old and not cheap to replace as my script is pretty strong,

Are you sure you're "seeing" scratches? :D
Six years is a long time between Rx changes... :wow:

In the meantime...Try some Plexus-type products...and make an 'eye-appointment'!

:)

Bob

[Klasse Act]

I passed my eye test 2 yrs ago when I moved to Chicago so I'm good there and will spend some more time polishing, thanks guys!

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[FUNX650]

I passed my eye test 2 yrs ago when I moved to Chicago so I'm good there and will spend some more time polishing, thanks guys!

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-Glad you passed your eye test!!...But that was: "2 yrs. ago"

-"Spend-ing more time polishing"? :nomore:
That's time away from layering some more surface protection :poke:

Also:
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Bob

[faulksy]

I have had success with PlastX as well

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/46050-chemical-etching-interior-plastic-how-remove.html

[derek0609]

-Glad you passed your eye test!!...But that was: "2 yrs. ago"

-"Spend-ing more time polishing"? :nomore:
That's time away from layering some more surface protection :poke:

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Bob

Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!! Now this is FUNNY!!!

I do agree, it's been two years Roger, it might be time for another check up and some new glasses. Think of them as new tires for your eyes! I get my eyes checked every year, we are in our 40's now buddy!

[Klasse Act]

Current script is from 2004, took my eye test when I moved to Chicago in Jan of 2010 and passed the test but I do plan on getting an exam and new glasses when I renew my drivers licence in 2014. I have no problem seeing, just wanna make the glasses better than they are now. My script makes my lenses expensive, but I will be getting them when need be.

As far as surface protection count goes, believe it or not, its spot on, I'm pretty particular about updating it when I touch the car with a product. Derek says the number is higher due to use of ONR which has gloss enhancers in there but I don't count that, just products that are applied afterwards, that's it.

I know its hard to believe and funny to a point but the current count is correct!

[CEE DOG]

I agree with Bobby but if you want to polish try novus plastic polish.

[Klasse Act]

Well yesterday I used some Meg's UC followed by Plasti-X and again today with the later and they are more clear and some of the scratches are there but has a more "HD" look to them now, should tie me over for a while, thanks everyone, nowhere else but AG;-)

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[FUNX650]

Well yesterday I used some Meg's UC followed by Plasti-X and again today with the later and they are more clear and some of the scratches are there but has a more "HD" look to them now, should tie me over for a while, thanks everyone, nowhere else but AG;-)

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-Glad you made some progress in clearing up some of your glasses' defects. :props:

But...If I may inquire...

...Since/because of:

...2 yrs ago I moved to Chicago...

Is this your definition of a: "more "H D" look"?...
...{Perhaps the: Polishing away of: half the frames and lenses :eek:}...

As depicted, and being worn by:

Hans Dieter (Betz), the prominent Professor Emeritus of The New Testament at:
The University of Chicago Divinity School.

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/500/HDBetz.jpg (http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/48875)

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Bob

[Klasse Act]

Ummm, I moved to Chicago and had to get a new licence, that was 2 yrs ago:-P

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[BWG707]

So I take it that polishing any glasses with anti-reflecting coating will abrade that coating?