In 1971 we were requested by the Metropolitan Police to submit a sunglass for use by their officers which would be suitable for both driving and eye protection.

As a company we had already been in business selling sunglasses to all the major stores and fashion outlets. We also had a successful prescription lens side to the business where we carried large stocks of opthalmic lenses which we supplied directly to opticians and other optical companies.

We researched into the best possible lens for the Metropolitan Police, which was Polycarbonate. This is one of the safest materials available and has exceptional strength and resilience. Even in its clear form polycarbonate is 100% UV and the lenses we use are Cat 1 quality. Polycarbonate lenses will survive the impact of a steel ball travelling at 160km/hr without shattering. This meets EN/EU grade for Low Energy Impact Resistance (small particle).

They then approved our sunglass and gave us their permission to use in our advertising the words "Tested and approved by the Metropolitan Police".

As well as the Police, we supply many other professional drivers including ambulance drivers and Train Operating Companies who require safety, comfort and style, with our DX15 shade of grey tint conforming to Railway Standards.

We have a wide range of frames and polycarbonate lens tints - the frames being of optical quanlity. We also supply frames glazed to prescription in plastic resin, polycarbonate, polarized or photochromatic.

Metro Eyewear are completely dedicated to your total satisfaction. If you have any suggestions or comments please email or write to us:

Phone: 01638 552404
Fax: 01638 751615

Metro Eyewear is a trading division of Eyecover Ltd, company registration no: 4773906

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