Carhartt Braswell Bifocal Safety Glasses — ANSI Z87.1 Reader, Anti-Fog
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EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.5/5 — WC Safety Review of the Carhartt Braswell, the bifocal reader that ends the readers-vs-safety-glasses swap. Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published Carhar...
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EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.5/5 — WC Safety Review of the Carhartt Braswell, the bifocal reader that ends the readers-vs-safety-glasses swap.
Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published Carhartt specifications and category fit. We did not laboratory-test this product.
Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published Carhartt specifications and category fit. We did not laboratory-test this product.
The Carhartt Braswell is a full-frame bifocal safety eyewear that combines ANSI Z87.1-rated impact protection with a bottom-segment reading magnification — letting workers over 40 read labels, fastener markings, and fine print without switching to separate readers. It uses an anti-fog lens and offers +1.5, +2.0, and +2.5 diopter strengths on the clear lens, plus Gray and Bronze tints, a practical alternative to custom prescription safety glasses for presbyopia.
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Why the Carhartt Braswell ends the reader swap
Workers over 40 face a bad habit on the job: pull off the safety glasses, put on readers to check a label or a fastener marking, and spend those seconds with no eye protection. The Braswell removes the swap — a magnified bifocal segment built into the bottom of a full Z87.1 lens, with anti-fog so the reading segment stays clear. Glance down to read, look up to work. Our full Carhartt Braswell review rates it 4.5/5, and the safety glasses buyer's guide covers reader options for the jobsite.
Safety first: the Braswell is impact-and-debris protection, not a sealed goggle — it is not rated against a chemical splash hazard, fine airborne dust, or vapor, which require sealed goggles or a face shield per your hazard assessment. The bifocal is a reading-magnification segment, not a full prescription — pick the diopter that matches your reading need and don't rely on it for distance correction. Choose eyewear against measured hazards with the when-do-you-need-safety-glasses guide.
What the listing documents
From the published specs: ANSI Z87.1 impact eye-protection rating; a full-frame bifocal safety eyewear with a bottom-segment reading magnification; an anti-fog lens; +1.5, +2.0, and +2.5 diopter strengths on the Clear lens plus Gray and Bronze tints; base model CHB1110DT. As carhartt safety glasses go, the Braswell is the reader member — a genuine bifocal safety glasses build and a true reader safety glasses for presbyopia.
Choosing your Braswell variant
Pick magnification and tint: Clear +1.5, +2.0, or +2.5 from the safety reading glasses collection for indoor close work, Gray for outdoor reading, and Bronze for contrast in variable light. For a plain clear safety lens without magnification, see the clear-lens collection, and the clear-vs-smoke lens guide settles the outdoor tint. Since the reader lens is anti-fog, the anti-fog guide and anti-fog collection cover fog control.
Where the Braswell sits in the Carhartt line
The Braswell is Carhartt's reader-integrated frame; for standard vision the Billings is the dual-certified full-frame, the Carbondale is the lightweight frame with polarized options, and the Easley carries the signature Black/Tan look. The best safety glasses 2026 roundup places the line against other brands, and the eye protection collection covers the full category.
Where it fits by job and crew orders
The bifocal suits inspection, assembly, and maintenance with close-up label and fastener work — the manufacturing, mechanics, and construction guides rank frames by task, and smaller-faced wearers should check the small-face guide and women's fit guide. Where the hazard exceeds impact — splash, dust, vapor — step to a sealed goggle from the safety goggles collection. For crew orders, quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account — volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations, with the walkthrough linked in our footer.
Reading the Z87 marking, and what it does not cover
Protective eyewear in the US is built to ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, and OSHA 1910.133 requires eye protection that meets it. The marking on the frame is the specification, and the important distinction is a single character: Z87 is basic impact, Z87+ is high impact — tested with a quarter-inch steel ball at 150 ft/s for spectacles. If the work throws anything, Z87+ is the line.
The suffixes narrow it further: D3 is splash and droplet, D4 dust, D5 fine dust. These matter because a spectacle cannot earn D3 — droplet protection needs a sealed goggle. Safety glasses are impact protection, not chemical splash protection, however wraparound the lens looks, and substituting one for the other is a common and consequential error.
A face shield is also secondary protection under 1910.133: it is worn over primary eye protection, never instead of it. And tint is not shade — a dark lens without a stated IR/UV shade number offers no rated protection against radiant energy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Carhartt Braswell?
A full-frame bifocal safety eyewear that combines ANSI Z87.1-rated impact protection with a bottom-segment reading magnification, so workers over 40 can read labels, fastener markings, and fine print without switching to separate readers. It uses an anti-fog lens and offers +1.5, +2.0, and +2.5 diopter strengths.
How does the bifocal segment work?
A magnified reading segment sits at the bottom of the lens, so you glance down to read a label or fastener marking at close range, then look up through the clear main lens for normal work - all while keeping the Z87.1 impact rating.
Which magnification should I choose?
Match it to your reading need: +1.5 for mild magnification, +2.0 for moderate, and +2.5 for stronger close-up. Pick the diopter closest to your usual drugstore reader strength.
Is it a substitute for prescription safety glasses?
No - the bifocal is a reading-magnification segment, not a full custom prescription. It's a practical alternative to custom Rx safety glasses for presbyopia (age-related close-up vision loss); a full distance correction needs prescription eyewear.
Is it ANSI Z87.1 rated?
Yes - the Braswell meets ANSI Z87.1 for occupational impact eye protection, so it satisfies the requirement for most industrial eye hazards while adding the reader segment.
Does the Braswell have anti-fog?
Yes - the Braswell uses an anti-fog lens, which matters for a reader glass since you often work close and warm, where a plain lens would fog and blur the reading segment.
What tints does it come in?
Clear (with +1.5, +2.0, and +2.5 reader options), plus Gray and Bronze tints. Clear for indoor close work, Gray for outdoor reading, and Bronze for contrast in variable light.
Who is the Braswell for?
Workers over 40 with presbyopia - inspectors reading gauges, technicians checking fastener markings and labels, anyone doing close-up detail - who don't want to remove safety glasses (and lose protection) to reach for readers.
Is it over-the-glasses (OTG)?
No - the Braswell replaces readers with a built-in bifocal rather than fitting over your own glasses. For wearing over existing frames, choose an OTG model.
Is it enough, or do I need goggles?
The Braswell protects against impact and debris from the front and sides. It does not seal against a chemical splash hazard, fine dust, or vapor - those need sealed goggles or a face shield. Match the eyewear to your hazard assessment.
How do I care for the lenses?
Rinse grit before wiping and use a microfiber or lens-safe cloth; take care around the bifocal segment, and avoid harsh cleaners on the anti-fog. Retire a lens once scratches enter your line of sight - a scratched safety or reader lens no longer performs fully.
How do I order for a crew?
Quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account - volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations. The bulk-ordering walkthrough is linked in our site footer.
Brand / Vendor
Carhartt
Model / SKU
CHB1110DT
Product Type
Safety Glasses
Price
$10.31 (Amazon)
Rating
4.4 / 5 — 213 Amazon ratings
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★★★★☆4.4 / 5· 213 ratings on Amazon
★★★★★
Nice shades
Inexpensive option for shades. Usually each pair lasts me 4 to 5 months before hinges show wear and tear.
Verified Purchaser · October 16 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Good for outside
Bought to use inside for bright LED lights.too dark for indoors ; my faultthey work great for outside sunny weather.I use them as sunglasses now. lol.- inside bandsaw operator
Verified Purchaser · October 26 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★☆
Good glasses.
Good quality glasses. I like the adjustable temples. The only thing is they are a little snug on my big head but overall I’m pleased with the purchase.
Verified Purchaser · September · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
A must have
My son LOVES these glasses. He wore them all summer and had not scratched, and he was rough on them.
Verified Purchaser · November 1 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Cómodas y flexibles
Verified Purchaser · October 11 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★☆☆
Nose piece
Nose piece won't stay on, lost it, now they are not wearable
Verified Purchaser · January 19 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Nice
Nice fit and safe
Verified Purchaser · January 28 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★☆
Great for the price and if you work construction. The brown shade looks great too.
Great for the price. However they aren’t very durable I don’t think. But they work well in the sunlight. Cool looking too. They cover both eyes in a safe way.
Verified Purchaser · September · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★☆☆☆☆
Flimsy Arms
I lost my CHB818ST Easley glasses and ended up ordering these as a replacement because they were the first ones I came across and couldn't remember which ones I purchased before. The frames on these glasses are so flimsy it's insane. The arms will wiggle and wabble, and you could almost snap it with how much play there is. I can't wear these with how much play there is in the arms so wasted money. Guess I'll leave them on a site and maybe someone will like what I find irritating.
Verified Purchaser · June 8, 20 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Love these
I have several pairs of sunglasses and safety glasses and I like them the best. I drive a lot with the sun directly in my eyes and these are dark enough for my to still see the road.
Verified Purchaser · April 18, · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carhartt Braswell?
A full-frame bifocal safety eyewear that combines ANSI Z87.1-rated impact protection with a bottom-segment reading magnification, so workers over 40 can read labels, fastener markings, and fine print without switching to separate readers. It uses an anti-fog lens and offers +1.5, +2.0, and +2.5 diopter strengths.
How does the bifocal segment work?
A magnified reading segment sits at the bottom of the lens, so you glance down to read a label or fastener marking at close range, then look up through the clear main lens for normal work - all while keeping the Z87.1 impact rating.
Which magnification should I choose?
Match it to your reading need: +1.5 for mild magnification, +2.0 for moderate, and +2.5 for stronger close-up. Pick the diopter closest to your usual drugstore reader strength.
Is it a substitute for prescription safety glasses?
No - the bifocal is a reading-magnification segment, not a full custom prescription. It's a practical alternative to custom Rx safety glasses for presbyopia (age-related close-up vision loss); a full distance correction needs prescription eyewear.
Is it ANSI Z87.1 rated?
Yes - the Braswell meets ANSI Z87.1 for occupational impact eye protection, so it satisfies the requirement for most industrial eye hazards while adding the reader segment.
Does the Braswell have anti-fog?
Yes - the Braswell uses an anti-fog lens, which matters for a reader glass since you often work close and warm, where a plain lens would fog and blur the reading segment.
What tints does it come in?
Clear (with +1.5, +2.0, and +2.5 reader options), plus Gray and Bronze tints. Clear for indoor close work, Gray for outdoor reading, and Bronze for contrast in variable light.
Who is the Braswell for?
Workers over 40 with presbyopia - inspectors reading gauges, technicians checking fastener markings and labels, anyone doing close-up detail - who don't want to remove safety glasses (and lose protection) to reach for readers.
Is it over-the-glasses (OTG)?
No - the Braswell replaces readers with a built-in bifocal rather than fitting over your own glasses. For wearing over existing frames, choose an OTG model.
Is it enough, or do I need goggles?
The Braswell protects against impact and debris from the front and sides. It does not seal against a chemical splash hazard, fine dust, or vapor - those need sealed goggles or a face shield. Match the eyewear to your hazard assessment.
How do I care for the lenses?
Rinse grit before wiping and use a microfiber or lens-safe cloth; take care around the bifocal segment, and avoid harsh cleaners on the anti-fog. Retire a lens once scratches enter your line of sight - a scratched safety or reader lens no longer performs fully.
How do I order for a crew?
Quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account - volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations. The bulk-ordering walkthrough is linked in our site footer.