semi rimless or wire with polished edge?

[chargeteach]

I am looking to purchase a new pair of semi rimless or wire rims. In
the past, my problem with either style is the effect of the white edge
or white ring around the wire. I'm sure this has to do with my strong
prescription (right eye -5.25, axis 175). I realize that my lens will
be thick. However, I have several pairs of rimless glasses that look
great. I ask for the edges to be polished but not rolled. I really
like the look and it does not have the cloudy edge from the front.
Has anyone ordered semi rimless or wire frames and asked them to
polish the edge first? Is this possible and do you think it would
help the appearance from the front on these styles?
Thanks for any help!

[Paul]

It's physically possible to polish any lens edge, but some places
probably don't offer that service. Generally, it improves the
appearance from the side and the front. What I'd do is write to the
seller to ask if they do it.

I would have thought that most places would always polish rimless and
semi-rimless lenses because so much of the edge is exposed.

[Chuck Knight]

Polishing an edge, though, makes it clean.  It makes it clear.  It makes for a path through which light can get in, and internal reflections can be the result.  It's a mixed blessing/curse, and especially for people with more severe prescriptions.

     -- Chuck Knight

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