Custom Prescription Gauge Reader Lenses
$550.00 inc. GST
Custom lenses temporarily unavailable
All custom prescription lenses are temporarily unavailable because our lens supplier’s business is currently for sale. We are not accepting custom lens orders or backorders at this time.
Custom reading sections for divers who see clearly into the distance but need help reading their computer, gauges or camera. Product information is retained for reference while this service is paused.
Custom prescription order.
Lenses made specifically to your agreed prescription are excluded from change-of-mind refunds and exchanges. Please check your prescription details and mask choice with our team before ordering.
Read our returns policy. Need sizing help? Call 03 9702 3694.
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Custom Prescription Gauge Reader Lenses
Custom Prescription Gauge Reader Lenses help you read a dive computer, pressure gauge, compass or camera controls when your distance vision is clear but nearby details are difficult to see. Each reading lens is made to your prescription and professionally fitted to a suitable dive mask.
How Gauge Reader Lenses Work
A gauge reader adds a near-vision section towards the bottom of the mask. Look through the main viewing area for your surroundings, then look down through the reading section to check your equipment. The upper viewing area does not provide distance prescription correction.
If you need correction for both distance and close-up vision, ask about our custom bifocal mask lenses.
Reading Height and Underwater Photography
A typical gauge reader is approximately 2 cm high, but its final position depends on the mask and your needs. Tell us if you use an underwater camera: a reading section positioned for a wrist-mounted computer may sit too low for your camera screen. We can discuss the fitting position before the lenses are made.
Choose Your Gauge Reader Lens Material
- 1.53 Standard: the standard optical glass option for suitable reading prescriptions.
- 1.80 Thinner Optical Glass: the premium option where a thinner lens or a higher reading prescription is required, subject to assessment.
Prescription Suitability
The standard gauge reader range is generally up to +2.50 for the reading prescription, with up to −2.00 cylinder on a positive prescription. Higher reading prescriptions require assessment for the premium material. Astigmatism correction can be incorporated in suitable prescriptions.
Prescription and PD Measurement Required
We require a current spectacle prescription and your pupillary distance (PD) measurement for every custom prescription mask order, including single vision, bifocal and gauge reader lenses. PD is the distance between the centres of your pupils, measured in millimetres. It helps the optical laboratory position your lenses in relation to your eyes.
What to Send Us
- A complete, legible copy of your current spectacle prescription, including the right-eye and left-eye details.
- Your PD measurement from your optometrist or optical dispenser. If it is not on the prescription, please request it before sending your order details.
- Any cylinder, axis, reading addition or prism values shown on your prescription.
- Your mask brand and model, or the mask you would like to purchase.
- Your order number if you have already ordered, plus any upcoming trip date.
Email these details to [email protected]. Send the prescription as supplied by your optometrist; our team will help identify any further information needed.
How to Order Your Custom Prescription Lenses
- Get your prescription and PD. Both are required so we can arrange lenses for your individual eyesight.
- Choose a comfortable mask. Select a new mask or contact us about one you already own. The mask must fit your face and be suitable for the lenses.
- Send us your details. Email your prescription, PD, mask information and order number, if available. Tell us if you use an underwater camera.
- Confirm the lens and fitting requirements. We check suitability, explain any further measurements and confirm the available option before proceeding.
- Arrange the custom fitting. Our team will explain how to get your chosen mask to us so the lenses can be made and professionally fitted.
Mask Compatibility and What Is Included
The price covers the custom prescription lens service and the additional express shipping involved in arranging that service. The dive mask itself is sold separately unless you purchase a package.
Many new and existing masks can be fitted, but suitability depends on the mask design, its condition and your prescription. Two-lens masks are often a practical choice. We recommend a high-quality mask that seals comfortably on your face; please contact us before sending an existing mask.
Care after fitting
Follow the care instructions supplied with your completed prescription mask. Rinse gently in fresh water after use, dry in the shade and protect the lenses in a suitable case. Avoid abrasive cleaners, flame treatment and attempts to remove or reposition the fitted lenses. Contact us if a fitted lens or the mask is damaged.
Technical Specs
| Lens type | Gauge-reading segment; plain upper viewing area |
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| Material | 1.53 or 1.80 optical glass, subject to prescription assessment |
| Required information | Current prescription and pupillary distance (PD) |
| Fitting | Professional fitting to an assessed compatible mask |
| Mask | Sold separately unless included in a selected package |
| Lead-time guide | Approximately 3–4 weeks; timing varies |
How Long Do Custom Prescription Lenses Take?
Allow approximately 3–4 weeks. Timing can vary with the prescription, lens type, shipping and time of year. Order early for a planned trip and allow time to supply your prescription, PD and any fitting measurements.
Need Help Choosing Your Prescription Mask?
Read our custom prescription dive and snorkelling mask guide, email [email protected] or call our Hallam team on 03 9702 3694.
| Lens Thickness | 1.53 – Standard, 1.80 – Thinner Optical Glass |
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In-stock orders placed before 12 noon Melbourne time on weekdays are usually dispatched the same day once payment is confirmed. This excludes public holidays, pre-orders, backorders, special orders and custom orders. Dispatch times can vary. Delivery time depends on the carrier and your location.
Standard mainland Australian shipping is $20. Click & Collect from our Hallam store is free once your order is ready.
- Large or bulky gear: additional freight charges apply on top of standard shipping: large dive bags $30; long freediving fins $15; long spearguns $20. Scuba tank freight is shown at checkout.
- Rural, remote & offshore: rural means anywhere outside metropolitan areas. Carrier availability and additional charges may apply, including for island and territory destinations. Our team will contact you if an extra freight quote is needed.
The available delivery rate for your order is shown at checkout.
Need your gear urgently? You are welcome to arrange your own same-day courier or Uber pickup from Hallam. Call 03 9702 3694 before booking so we can confirm payment, that your order is packed and ready, and a collection time. Tell us who will collect and give your driver the order number. You arrange and pay the courier directly; delivery timing depends on the provider.
Contact us within 30 days of delivery to request a refund, exchange or optional store credit on eligible unused goods within Australia. Refunds go to the original payment method. Keep goods clean and undamaged with tags, original packaging and all accessories. No restocking fee applies to eligible returns meeting these conditions.
For change-of-mind returns and size exchanges, you pay return postage and replacement shipping. Original delivery charges are not refunded. Water-tested goods, clearly marked clearance items and genuinely custom-made or personalised items are excluded from change-of-mind returns. Ordinary discounted goods remain eligible.
For product problems, please call 03 9702 3694 before returning an item so we can help and explain the next steps.
Still unsure which size to choose?
Call our experienced dive instructors on 03 9702 3694 before ordering. Have your measurements and preferred product ready so we can help you choose the most suitable size. Fit varies between brands and models.
FREE CLICK & COLLECT
Usually ready same day*
Select local pickup at checkout. We will email you when your order is ready. Please wait for your ready-to-collect confirmation before visiting, then bring your confirmation email and photo ID.
Need your gear urgently? You can arrange your own same-day courier or Uber pickup. Call 03 9702 3694 before booking so we can confirm payment, that your order is packed and ready, and a collection time. Tell us who will collect and give your driver the order number. You arrange and pay the courier directly; delivery timing depends on the provider.
Collect from our Hallam store
Factory 4 / 56–60 Hallam South Rd
Hallam VIC 3803
*For items in stock at our Hallam store during opening hours, subject to order processing. Available-to-order and special-order items take longer. Collection is unavailable while the store is closed.
Can I collect my order from the store?
Yes. Choose free local pickup at checkout and wait for your ready-to-collect email before visiting our Hallam store. Bring your confirmation and photo ID. See Click & Collect details.
How do I choose the right size?
Use the product's size chart where available and compare your measurements with the guide for that brand. Sizing varies between brands and products. Still unsure? Call our experienced dive instructors on 03 9702 3694 during business hours before ordering. Have your measurements and preferred product ready. For fins and boots, tell us which socks or dive boots you will wear.
How do I check availability?
Select your required options, such as colour and size, to see availability for that variation. “Available to order” means the item may need to be sourced before dispatch. Call 03 9702 3694 to check the current lead time before ordering, especially if you need your gear for a trip or a particular date.
When will my order be dispatched?
In-stock orders placed before 12 noon Melbourne time on weekdays are usually dispatched the same day once payment is confirmed. This excludes public holidays, pre-orders, backorders, special orders and custom orders. Dispatch times can vary. Delivery time is separate from dispatch time and depends on your location and the carrier. Read our shipping information.
Can I exchange an item if it does not fit?
Contact us within 30 days of delivery to request a refund to the original payment method, exchange or optional store credit on eligible unused goods. You pay change-of-mind return postage and replacement shipping; original delivery charges are not refunded. No restocking fee applies to eligible returns. Clearance and genuinely custom-made items are excluded from change-of-mind returns. Read the return conditions and next steps.
Can you help me choose the right gear?
Yes. Call 03 9702 3694 during store hours or email [email protected]. Tell us which product you are considering and how you plan to use it.
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