Optical Centre Inc.

Category:	Eye Care Center
Address:	521 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501, USA
Phone:	+1 303-772-6650
Site:	great-glasses.com
Rating:	5
Working:	9AM–5:30PM 9AM–5:30PM 9AM–5:30PM 9AM–7PM 9AM–5:30PM Closed Closed

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Reviews 8

Robert Rouse

At this point in my life, I most admire the people and organizations that are at the top of their game and, consequently, are the best at their particular game. These are not necessarily the people who make the most money, or who have the greatest recognition…or the most customers. It means the people who’s personal achievement is also an achievement in their art or their business or their academy. I’m not trying to be dramatic; I’m trying to be precise. I’m trying to say that anything that is pursued with passion and practiced with excellence is worth praising: If we can call out a great artist or a great teacher or a great cop, or a great tailor, then we should call out the great optician. Really. So, It’s with equal measures of wisdom, experience, and humility that I point to Jeff and his crew at The Optical Centre and say, “those guys are remarkable; they’re the best.” Technically, they are not merely proficient, they are cutting-edge. (Ask Jeff to show you his CNC machine.) Personally, they’re warm, accommodating, and loyal. They’re always happy you’ve come into their shop and, every time I’ve been there, everybody else is happy to be there. It’s a lovely, local vibe.Stylistically, though, The Optical Centre seems a little less local. It seems a little more New York or London than it does Longmont. Jeff’s aesthetic and design sensibility is subtle and sophisticated and the result of years of practiced observation of all things sublimely cool. And it’s personal. That is to say, his stylistic opinions don’t necessarily derive from a general sense; rather, they derive from his knowledge of the relationship of the object to the person who is interested in the object. And that’s why when Jeff says, “those glasses look great on you,” or “no, not that pair,” he’s usually nailed it.I guess maybe I should dial this back a bit: You need some shades or some classes and it’s something that really matters to you? Go the Optical Centre.

Byron Coleman

Jeff and Karen are wonderful folks. I had been searching for a particular solution to my eyeglass issue for some time. My eyes are very light sensitive and previous glasses had the xtra-active lenses which would darken them when outside. Unfortunately, they were never dark enough so I was forced to carry around my prescription sunglasses and was constantly swapping glasses when inside or outside. What I was looking for was a tinted lens which would help with indoor fluorescents and yet also have the xtra-active for when I was outdoors. A couple other shops told me that scenario wasnt possible. I stopped by the Optical Centre and Karen and Jeff said that it was possible. I had an eye exam right there, picked out new frames and discussed it all with them. I was in a tight timeline as I was heading out of state in less than 2 weeks. Fast forward. In less than 2 weeks, I have finally found my solution. my new glasses are slightly tinted for indoor use and they darken really dark once I step outside. I cannot speak highly enough about these folks. Great shop, super caring people and an aging golden retriever milling around adding to the experience. great place. 5 stars and would very highly recommend. Thank you again Jeff and Karen. Your expertise is very much appreciated.

Buster Rainwater

I had an unfortunate fishing accident when I dropped my prescription glasses into the lake and watched them sink into the abyss. So on Monday I went into the Optical Centre for the first time and explained my situation. Luckily I had an older pair of Oakley frames that I had bought on EBay without prescription lenses. They said they could have my new lenses in my Oakley frames and ready the next day, because they do all of their own work in house. Wow, what great customer service, Prompt, Intelligent, and I only spent $100 without using my vision insurance. As life is rough, a couple months later, while working on my Jeep, I snapped my Oakley Jack knife 4.0 frames. By now I had figured out what vision insurance I had and I knew what frames and lenses I wanted. But, the frames wouldn’t be in for about two weeks. Jeff the owner was incredible he is very smart, and knowledgeable. He took my prescription lenses out of my Oakley frames and found a loaner pair of frames and simple swapped frames, I also ordered a couple of frames I liked. It took less than 20 minutes during my lunch break and I was back on the road again. There are some business that think they have great service but unfortunately they have never been to the Optical Centre!

Mariah Johnson

The absolute BEST optical shoppe that I have ever been to. And I have been to a lot; an optician of nearly 20 years. I had the greatest pleasure of being welcomed into the optical family, working as a fellow optician for a brief time. They are amazing and innovative with what they do. They have a great boutiquette selection of frames and offer specialty eyewear services; you can get your prescription ski google inserts, specialized biking glasses, and chemistrie magnetic clips and lens, all made onsite! For all of your optical needs, dont bother going anywhere else. You will be missing out be not experiencing The Optical Centre touch!

A Private User

I have been going to the Optical Center for almost 20 years. Many of those years I didnt live anywhere close to Longmont but I made the trip because they are worth it! They really care about their customers and want them to be happy with their frames. For my most recent eyeglass purchase, I loved two identical frames that were different colors. Jeff Lees disassembled the frames so that I could have the bridge I liked off one pair and the temple inserts off the other pair. Very few, if any, places would go through that much trouble to make a customer happy. And I love my new "custom" frames! Thank you Jeff!

Chris Cambridge

I usually dont write reviews but I had to write this one after my experience at The Optical Centre. These guys are cool! Ive always dreaded the process of selecting new frames, but the staff at the Optical Centre made it fun. By the time I was finished with the process I felt like I had made some new friends. Their selection of frames is the best I have seen, which made it a little difficult to pick what I wanted, but Jeff made some style recommendations that ultimately landed me in a pair of glasses my wife called "sexy"! Thanks so much for a wonderful experience. You have earned my business for life!

A Private User

The best customer service I have experienced, ever! I needed an adjustment on my old glasses and they were so happy to help me, and even gave me a free hard case because mine was falling apart. Since then Ive been in two more times for adjustments and I get the same friendly service without actually having purchased anything. I will absolutely buy my next pair of glasses from them because customer service is too important to ignore when it comes to years of maintenance for those of us who wear glasses. I already feel loyal to Jeff and his crew and Im not technically even a customer!

Jeff Ginn

I trusted my eyes to the Optical Centre and recommend you do the same. Their staff are real pros and they are really great people. They completely understand the concept of customer service. This was the best experience I have ever had getting glasses. They have an awesome selection of frames in what seemed to be an unlimited amount of styles - including some fashion forward styles that no one else has. You need to look no where else for your eye wear/eye care - the Optical Centre is the answer!