A person wearing Method Seven Pilot Ascent Aviator FLT18 sunglasses for pilots.
Ascent FLT24 Rx Progressive | Prescription Pilot Sunglasses
Ascent FLT24 Rx Progressive | Prescription Pilot Sunglasses
Ascent FLT24 Rx Progressive | Prescription Pilot Sunglasses
Ascent FLT24 Rx Progressive | Prescription Pilot Sunglasses
Ascent FLT24 Rx Progressive | Prescription Pilot Sunglasses
A person wearing Method Seven Pilot Ascent FLT18 sunglasses for pilots.
A person wearing Method Seven Pilot Ascent FLT18 sunglasses for pilots.
A person wearing Method Seven Pilot Ascent FLT18 sunglasses for pilots.
Ascent FLT24 Rx Progressive | Prescription Pilot Sunglasses

ASCENT FLT24 RX PROGRESSIVE

Prescription Pilot Sunglasses

$695.00

Description plus minus

Meet the Method Seven Rx lens. An advanced polymer lens featuring notch filtering, enhanced contrast, and impossible clarity. Full UV and infrared heat protection in a lightweight and shatterproof neutral gray lens.

How to order

1. Add the Rx glasses to your cart and complete checkout.

2. Check your email for next steps (don’t forget to check promotions and spam folders) and submit the information requested.

3. We will confirm receipt of your information within 1-2 business days of arrival.

4. Your custom Rx glasses will ship in 3-6 weeks. We will send an email with the tracking number.

5. Please contact us within 30 days for evaluations or returns.

If your address is located outside of the US, please contact customerservice@methodseven.com to request a quote.

Lens Technology

Method Seven’s lens technology delivers cutting-edge non-polarized glare reduction, allowing for clear, unrestricted vision without the drawbacks of polarized lenses. Using advanced notch filtering technology, Method Seven sets a new standard for optical performance and protection. Notch filtering allows for enhanced color accuracy, contrast, and clarity, providing a sharp and vibrant visual experience. Method Seven lenses provide complete UV protection and are designed to maintain clarity without distorting electronic displays or aircraft windows.

FLT Lens Technology plus minus

Method Seven’s FLT lens technology is an engineering marvel, offering the closest approach to mineral glass in a shatterproof polymer lens. These lenses feature advanced anti-fog, anti-scratch, and anti-reflective interior coatings, ensuring durability and clarity in all conditions. With a neutral gray base, the FLT lens is ideal for most pilots and suitable for use in virtually any cockpit. A blue mirror flash coating enhances performance in harshly bright sunlight, making these lenses perfect for high-glare environments. Designed for aerobatics pilots, open cockpit aircraft, or anyone sensitive to the weight of traditional glass lenses, these are the lightest pilot sunglasses available, combining unparalleled comfort with superior optical protection.

24% Visible Light Transmission plus minus

VLT measures the average light passing through a lens. The lower the number, the less light gets through (darker). Average lenses are 18% VLT, so our 24% VLT is on the lighter side. But remember, VLT is an average. We use notch flitering so our lenses can have a higher VLT than most (lighter), yet block more harsh light energy. The result? You get more good light to your eyes comfortably and safely. You make better, faster decisions and have less fatigue.

Frame Technology

Designed for flexibility, durability, and longevity, Method Seven Pilot eyewear won't break your headset seal, ensuring you never miss a radio call. Timeless style meets endless comfort, without interruption. Developed and tested with real pilots across various professional and general aviation aircraft and cockpit configurations.

The Ascent plus minus

The classic aviator—elevated. The Ascent is crafted from aerospace-grade titanium, offering unmatched strength-to-weight ratio and durability. Bayonet temples taper down to less than 1.00 mm, ensuring comfort and compatibility with headsets and flight helmets when properly fitted. This lightweight aviator is designed to minimize audio interruptions and never impede the use of oxygen equipment.

Titanium Frame Technology plus minus

Our titanium frames are hand-tooled by expert craftsmen, ensuring durability for everyday use and flexibility to conform to your head's shape. Titanium is naturally hypoallergenic and resistant to corrosion, making these frames a great investment in essential flight gear that will last for years to come.

Method Seven Pilot

Method Seven scientifically develops eyewear in-house and rigorously tests it in the field. Our mission is to unlock the full potential of the greatest flight instrument of all: the human eye. We are committed to enhancing vision, providing unmatched clarity, and ensuring superior protection for all pilots.

Eric Tucker

Method Seven is all I wear when soul surfing the skies.

Airshow pilot Eric Tucker holds single-engine commercial, multiengine ATP, CFI, and glider and floatplane ratings, with over 6,000 hours logged. Coming from a long line of aviators, including his father who is an airshow pilot and crop duster, Tucker had his first airplane ride before he was born. Today, he wows crowds by landing a Piper J-3 Cub on top of an ambulance speeding down the runway at 55 mph.

Ascent FLT24 Rx Progressive | Prescription Pilot Sunglasses

Overall rating: 4.64 / 5 from 50 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Ascent FLT24 Rx Progressive Prescription Pilot Sunglasses offer precision optics with notch filtering technology for enhanced contrast and clarity. The titanium alloy frame is lightweight and durable, designed for comfort during long flights. While the glasses are praised for their quality and clarity, some customers noted issues with the lenses' darkness in bright sunlight.

Summary topics

  • Clarity: 9%
  • Quality: 14%
  • Glasses Performance: 29%
  • Lens Performance: 20%

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Review highlights

  • "I ordered the darkest available lenses and I could not be happier with the performance." — Nathan S.
  • "These glasses work well in the cockpit." — Karen T.
  • "For years, I've favored smaller frame and lenses for my Rx glasses." — Dave S.

Reviews

The BEST!!!

"These sunglasses are the very best! High quality all the way around, frames, lenses, fit, function, style. The sales people know the products and care about them being right for you. Great experience working with the sales people all the way through to now wearing the sunglasses!"

— Brent A. (5/5)

Method Seven Customer Service is Top Notch!

"I bought a pair of Method Seven prescription sunglasses this fall. When my eye Dr office wouldn’t cooperate with me to measure me for transition lenses because I wasn’t buying them from them, the Method Seven Customer Service team jumped right in and found a place near me that would do it! Their chain of communication was fabulous as well staying in the loop with what was happening with my order. I highly recommend Method Seven!"

— John S. (5/5)

Just O.K.

"I had higher hopes for these glasses as although they're well made (but delicate), they fall short of meeting my expectations at this price. First, I wish the embedded bifocal lenses were larger/longer to cover the entire lower portion of the lens. Second, the lenses are not dark enough for moderate to bright sunlight conditions as I'm squinting if it's anything brighter than overcast conditions. Finally, the mirror outer finish, while a nice touch, doesn't seem to have any real function other than as a nostalgic throw back to an earlier aviator look which is not that flattering to an old guy like me! Debating whether to return these within the free return 30 day window (as, again, for the price) they're not quite meeting my needs."

— Marc R. (3/5)

Excellent

"Simply the sharpest and best sunglasses I’ve ever owned."

— Breon R. (5/5)

Love them. Best sunglasses for

"Love them. Best sunglasses for golf ever!"

— Alex C. (5/5)

Top Quality Glasses

"I love my new sunglasses and the progressive lens transition is just rightful for reading my glass panel. Thanks"

— Stephen M. (5/5)

I love these sunglasses. I

"I love these sunglasses. I sent them in to have my prescription added to them and they noticed a flaw in my original sunglasses, so they replaced them and added my prescription. Great communication from the company all the way through the process. LOVE this Company."

— Carla H. (5/5)

Great build and clarity

"My 4th pair of Method Seven sunglasses, but first Rx. Great clarity in the lenses and build quality. I slightly prefer the wrap form factor over the aviator, so if there is any way to bring Rx to those lenses I’ll buy another!"

— Robert C. (5/5)

Good to fly not to drive

"Glare from sun reflections from other cars much worse than with polarized lenses but avionics displays easier to see."

— Ron D. (4/5)

Initial impressions

"Its nice when you are pleasantly surprised by a product - such is the case with my new Ascent Aviator glasses. I haven't had a chance to fly with them yet as my plane is in the shop but have driven with them and they are terrific. They nailed the the progressive prescription dead on. Will try to follow up once I've flown with them and give further feedback. Also very solid customer service."

— Chris R. (5/5)

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