Glasses for forging

[jwesthurl]

My 11 year old daughter has asked to learn blacksmithing and I was wondering what glasses she (and I) would need for basic forge work, most likely in a propane forge. Do I just look for safety glasses that will block IR and UV? Is there a compromise between protection and actually being able to see your work? Obviously I want to protect her as much as possible. Any advice is appreciated.

 

[i4Marc]

I'll be watching this with interest. I need a pair myself.

 

[Bo T]

Pretty much any shade 3 IR, polycarbonate safety glasses will work. I like 3M. Any welding supply and many of the box stores carry them.

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

I like AUR99 glasses from Auralens.

 

[jwesthurl]

Thanks guys!