Features
- Telescoping and ratcheting temples for adjustable fit
- Dual-injected rubber frame and temples
- Rubber-tipped temples for added grip
- Adjustable rubber nosepiece
- Cushioned brow protection
- Polycarbonate impact-resistant lens
- Hard coat on lens
- Provides 99.9% UVA/UVB protection
- Meets ANSI Z87.1+; meets V0 ballistic Mil-PRF-1013 testing
Specifications
Color | Black/Yellow |
Lens Material | Polycarbonate |
Uv Protection | 99.9% UVA/UVB |
Standards | ANSI Z87.1+; Mil-PRF-1013 V0 (ballistic) |
Temples | Telescoping and ratcheting; dual-injected rubber; rubber tips |
Nosepiece | Adjustable rubber nosepiece |
Brow | Cushioned brow protection |
Lens Coating | Hard coat |
Dimensions (H X W X D) | 5.8 in x 7.5 in x 3 in |
Product Weight | 0.45 lb |
Includes | (1) safety glasses |
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Safety glasses with a dual-injected rubber frame and adjustable temples for a secure fit. Polycarbonate lenses provide impact resistance and block 99.9% of UVA/UVB. The design includes an adjustable rubber nosepiece and cushioned brow area. Product is tested to applicable ANSI Z87.1+ requirements and ballistic Mil-PRF-1013 V0 standards.
DeWalt DC Safety Glasses Review
Why I picked up these glasses
My workdays span everything from overhead drilling to quick cuts on the miter saw and the occasional grinder session outside. I need eye protection that I can set and forget—comfortable enough to wear for hours, but tough enough to trust. That’s what drew me to these DeWalt glasses: a wraparound design with adjustable temples, a cushioned brow, and impact-rated polycarbonate lenses. On paper, that checks a lot of boxes. In practice, they mostly deliver, with a few caveats worth noting.
Fit and adjustability
Fit is where these glasses stand out. The telescoping and ratcheting temples make it easy to dial in length and angle so the lenses sit where they should—close enough for decent side coverage without pressing into your cheeks. The dual-injected rubber on the frame and temple tips adds a bit of flex and grip, so they don’t skate around when you’re sweating or looking down into a cut. I also like the adjustable rubber nosepiece; a quick pinch changes the bridge width, which helps keep the lenses centered and reduces the urge to push them up every few minutes.
For head sizes, I’d call them medium to large-friendly, but with enough adjustability to land a comfortable fit on smaller faces too. With the temples shortened and angled slightly downward, I could get a snug seal along the brow without a pressure hotspot behind the ears. Under a hard hat or cap, the temples sit low and don’t interfere much with suspension straps. With earmuffs, I expected the temple rubber to create a gap, but I didn’t notice any meaningful loss of seal on my low-profile muffs.
Lens quality and protection
The lenses are polycarbonate with a hard coat. Optical clarity is good straight ahead and very acceptable in the periphery for a wraparound lens. If you’re sensitive, there’s a touch of distortion out at the far edges—typical of thick, curved polycarbonate—but it didn’t give me eye strain or headaches, even after a full afternoon on the saws.
Impact protection is rated to ANSI Z87.1+ and V0 ballistic testing per Mil-PRF-1013, which is more than I need day-to-day but reassuring when I’m on a grinder or breaking out masonry where chips can fly fast. They also block 99.9% of UVA/UVB, so I felt fine leaving them on outdoors even with clear lenses. If you work in mixed environments—indoors, then out to the truck, then back in—this is a welcome convenience.
The hard coat on the lenses helps with scratch resistance. It’s not indestructible (no hard coat is), but it noticeably outlived the bargain-bin safety glasses I keep around for visitors. If you make a habit of wiping dust off with a shirt tail, they’ll show scuffs; a quick rinse or a microfiber cloth keeps them clear much longer.
Comfort over long days
Comfort comes down to three design choices here: the cushioned brow, the rubberized temples, and the overall weight balance. The brow cushion does two things well—it softens contact during long wear and blocks debris from above. That makes a difference during overhead work; you don’t get that gritty rain of dust sneaking behind the lens as easily. The trade-off is a bit less airflow. On warm, humid days, they’re not immune to fog. Without a dedicated anti-fog coating, I still needed an occasional wipe when moving from cold indoor air to steamy outdoor conditions. During steady work with mild exertion, fogging was rare as long as I kept them properly positioned off the cheeks and didn’t cram them tight under a hat brim.
Temple pressure is on the gentle side. The rubber tips grip well and don’t pinch. After several hours I didn’t get hotspots, though if you extend the temples too far and rely on the tips to hold them up, you’ll feel the pressure more. Proper ratchet angle and nosepiece adjustment solved that.
As for weight, they feel reasonably balanced. They’re not featherlight, but they don’t front-load on the bridge of the nose either. The rubber nosepiece distributes the load well enough that I could wear them through a full framing session without noticing them.
Field use and compatibility
- Under PPE: Played well with a hard hat and low-profile earmuffs; minimal interference.
- Around dust: The brow cushion and lens curve help shield stray fines when cutting drywall or drilling overhead anchors.
- With respirators: The temples don’t collide with the straps on my half-mask. Fogging was manageable with a small gap near the cheeks.
- In bright sun: Clear lenses plus UV protection are convenient, but if you work outdoors for hours, you’ll likely want a tinted variant. The platform itself is comfortable enough for either.
Durability and maintenance
The frame feels robust for safety glasses in this class. The dual-injected construction adds flex in the right places; I didn’t feel like I had to baby them tossing them in a tool bag. The ratcheting hinges hold their angle after repeated adjustments—no droop after a few days, which I’ve seen on cheaper options.
To keep them clean, I found a little routine helped:
- Rinse off grit before wiping.
- Use a lens-safe spray or mild dish soap.
- Dry with a microfiber cloth.
- Keep them in a sleeve or case if they’re living in your bag.
Follow that and the hard coat holds up well. Skip it, and they’ll wear down like any clear polycarbonate.
What could be better
No product is perfect, and a few areas stood out:
- No dedicated anti-fog coating. The design helps, but in hot/humid or mask-heavy scenarios, fog can happen. If that’s your daily reality, budget for anti-fog wipes or look for a version with a factory anti-fog lens.
- Lens edge distortion. It’s mild and common in wrap lenses, but if you’re doing precision layout and relying on peripheral vision, you’ll notice it occasionally.
- Bulk around the brow. The cushion adds comfort and protection, but it also adds volume. If you wear a very low-slung cap brim, you may need to tweak temple angle to avoid contact.
None of these are dealbreakers for me, but they’re worth setting expectations around.
Who these glasses suit best
- Tradespeople bouncing between indoor and outdoor tasks who want one pair with real impact credentials.
- Woodworkers and DIYers who value a secure fit and don’t want glasses sliding down as they sweat.
- Anyone doing overhead work—electricians, HVAC techs, carpenters—who’ll benefit from the cushioned brow blocking debris.
- Occasional range or high-fragmentation tasks where the added ballistic test rating is reassuring.
If you spend your life in high-heat, high-humidity environments or wear a mask all day, consider your fog-management plan (anti-fog wipes or another lens option).
Practical setup tips
- Start with the temples mid-length, angle them so the lens meets the brow without touching your cheeks, then fine-tune the nosepiece for height and grip.
- For earmuff use, shorten the temples one click and flatten the angle to reduce the chance of breaking the seal.
- Rinse before wiping; it preserves the hard coat dramatically.
- If you move between temperature extremes, a small dab of anti-fog gel on the inner lens buys you time.
Bottom line and recommendation
I kept reaching for these DeWalt glasses because they stayed put, felt comfortable over long stretches, and offered protection credentials I trust. The adjustable fit is a highlight—between the telescoping, ratcheting temples and the rubber nosepiece, I could get a dialed fit quickly and keep it consistent day after day. Lens clarity is solid for a wraparound polycarbonate, and the hard coat meaningfully extends their usable life if you clean them right.
They’re not the ultimate answer for fog-prone environments, and the brow cushion, while helpful for debris, slightly reduces airflow. If you regularly work in steamy conditions or wear a mask all day, pair them with anti-fog wipes or look at a dedicated anti-fog variant. For everyone else—carpenters, remodelers, shop workers, and serious DIYers—they’re a reliable, comfortable option with above-average protection and adjustability.
Recommendation: I recommend these glasses. They offer a secure, customizable fit, ANSI Z87.1+ and V0 ballistic-tested protection, good optical clarity, and practical comfort features like the cushioned brow and rubberized temples. If you manage lens care and plan for fog in extreme conditions, they make a trustworthy daily driver for the shop or jobsite.
Project Ideas
Business
Branded PPE Program for Shops
Offer co-branded safety glasses with company logos and color-coded temples for departments. Provide on-site fitting using the telescoping/ratcheting temples and adjustable nosepiece, plus reorder management and scratch-replacement plans. Emphasize ANSI Z87.1+ and UV protection in compliance training.
Event and Class PPE Bundles
Bundle these glasses into maker workshops, school fab-labs, and festival demos. Market the secure fit and cushioned brow for all-day comfort, and include anti-fog wipes and labeled pouches. Upsell optional accessories (clip lights, side shields) and offer bulk discounts to organizers.
On-site Eye Safety Fit & Audit Service
Provide a mobile service that audits eye-safety practices, fits staff with glasses, and trains supervisors on Z87.1+ standards and lens care. Track inventory, replace worn units, and supply UV-protective options for outdoor crews. Subscription model with quarterly visits and compliance reports.
Accessory Microbrand
Launch a small product line of 3D-printed and laser-cut add-ons: LED clips, anti-fog fan rails, side shields, storage cases, and flip-up magnifiers tailored to this frame geometry. Sell STL files and finished parts online, and partner with local makerspaces for fulfillment and demos.
Film/Photo Crew Safety Kits
Curate kits for production crews: impact-rated glasses with UV protection for bright sets and construction-like shoots. Include cleaning stations, labeled cases, and quick-fit guides leveraging the adjustable temples and nosepiece. Rent for short shoots or sell as standardized crew PPE.
Creative
Clip-on LED Task Lights
Design and 3D-print slim clips that snap onto the telescoping/ratcheting temples to hold micro-LEDs (or pen lights) aimed at your work. The rubber-tipped, dual-injected temples provide grip so the clips won’t slip, and the cushioned brow keeps things comfortable during long sessions. Great for intricate craft, electronics, or carving work where you need focused light without a headlamp.
Flip-up Magnifier Attachment
Create a lightweight hinge-mounted magnifier that clips to the adjustable nosepiece and rests just above the hard-coated lenses. It flips down for close-up tasks like jewelry, fly tying, or PCB soldering, then flips up when not needed. The adjustable nosepiece and temple ratchet help tune eye relief and angle for crisp focus.
Anti-fog Micro-fan Brow Mod
Build a low-profile ventilation module that sits above the cushioned brow: a tiny blower and switch on a 3D-printed rail that hooks to the frame. It gently moves air behind the lenses to reduce fog during resin pours, steam bending, or hot shop work, while retaining the glasses’ impact protection and UV blocking.
Magnetic Splash Shield Add-on
Cut a curved PETG mini-visor and embed small magnets along its edge. Affix matching steel/magnet tabs to the brow area’s outer frame (not the lens) so the visor snaps on/off. This adds extra splash and dust deflection for sanding, turning, or splashy finishes, while the base Z87.1+ glasses handle impact risks.
Custom Dust Gasket and Side Shields
Pattern and cut an EVA foam or silicone gasket that nests against the frame to reduce fine dust intrusion, then add 3D-printed snap-on side shields that align with the temples. The adjustable nosepiece and telescoping temples help dial the seal without pressure points—ideal for woodturning or drywall sanding.