I hate buying new glasses. Too many years of feeling like I was being taken to the bloody cleaners in Connecticut, Mexico, St. Louis MO, Chicago....many years/many prescriptions as I aged. Oye. So I enlisted my kind husband to be my secondary mirror to go buy a pair of NEW (egad, the last time I got new glasses in MA I had to return them for a refund...they were a mess making me a mess too). And saw Jeffrey. His kindness, his questions asking me about issues no one--no doctor, no optician had ever asked about. YIKES. BEST optician in 7 countries I've lived in. Though to be fair, I was younger and without glasses often in some of those countries. So thanks Jeffrey. I trust you so much that I'm writing this waiting for my new glasses knowing you'll be there for me and others. read more

Well...Jeff has lost 200 dollars from me at minimum... Jeff--I believe that's the name of the business owner and I were talking about our cats and then he suddenly paused...before saying something extremely racist. To be clear, I am white. I believe the hesitation was to consider if it was "safe" to make the joke that he did. The shop is not a large space and I did not want to lose my temper and escalate anything, so I pretended to laugh and told him I needed my relatives' approval before buying anything. Well. I have a lot of racist relatives. They would defend this man. I won't. I will not give him money, theirs, mine, or anyone else's. It's sad to hear a local business owner and operator, otherwise welcoming, kind and polite, talk like that because it undoes his kindness--he's only willing to show it to people who look like he does. It's disturbing because this is not the screaming, overt racism of domestic terrorists and our government of 2026. it's insidious. It's literally in our mom and pop next door local businesses. I'm not going to repeat what he said. Doubtless, he has many excuses for it. I would, sadly, for the sake of his cats, who sound delightful, warn my friends of every color not to give this man an income. There was and is no excuse on this planet for what he said. Please consider that if you shop here, you are supporting his racism. read more

I have had Jeff create my lenses for many years at this point and trust him over everyone else. He was able to explain things about how I "see" that doctors could not, and he has changed my relationship with my sight. He is fantastic. read more

I've been going here for about two years and if I could give this place an 11/10, I would. Fantastic atmosphere, great vibes and awesome help. Not only do I get fitted with great glasses, I learn more and more every time I go and sometimes even try a new frame here and there. Fanastic quality, very affordable. Thank you great specs and see you next time! read more

Not impressed. Owner seemed distracted and only somewhat helpful. Didn't have the specific type of frame and lenses which is OK but then then kind of abruptly dismissedme. Would not go again. read more

Jeffrey is the best. I just read all the reviews and I can't add anything more than the superlatives that exist here already. The selection is wonderful, and the prices are very reasonable. Jeffery really cares about his customers and is highly skilled at what he does. He's a very smart and interesting person as well. Just got my first pair of progressives and he said he picked a lens specifically for first time wearers. I have a very strong prescription and I learned a lot about how to pick a frame from Jeffrey. I'm only sorry I don't need more glasses and don't have a need to go back right away! It is a small shop and he's a one-man show, so try to go at a time when there's not a lot of people there. read more

I agree with all of the reviews. However, he is only one person, the shop is small and if you have the misfortune of not hitting the time correctly, you could spend forever waiting your turn. TodayI came from Amherst and had two people ahead of me. The first couple were there for a really long time. I certainly don't begrudge them but I just gave up and went to the new owners of what was called Ken's Eyewear in Northampton. He lost an $800 sale. He might want to reconsider his business model . read more

Superb experience! Nice selection, lens crafted on-site. The first time in a long time that I have really good vision after a new pair of glasses. In the past I went to big box stores--NO MORE! He even has authentic vintage frames that have never been worn! So fun!! read more

Great Specs - My new specs! - Eyewear & Opticians Near Me - Northampton, Massachusetts

Jeff is responsive and easy to work with as I go through the process of selecting glasses. He provides options for me that make sense. He has a good eye for what does and doesn't look good. His selection is broad and includes frames not so easily found on every face. Jeff's prices are affordable. Jeff creates a progressive lens for me that is flawless. He is responsive on the phone. I drive to Northampton from Boston to get my glasses from Jeff! I recommend him wholeheartedly. read more

Jeff is just plain terrific. Caring and fastidious, he was able to fabricate a pair of progressive glasses for computer reading without making an in-person during this time. I'm in front of my computer now, wearing my Great Specs, and my neck and eyes are super grateful! read more

I bought glasses with the best scratch resistant coating that they sell. Within only a few months they were scratched. Before the year was up, I had the lenses replaced. Same problem. After one year, they are currently so scratched that they need to be replaced again. I only ever use those special eye glass cloths and NEVER without BJs lens cleaner. I don't think their scratch resistant coating is very effective. I never had this problem when buying glasses elsewhere. read more

When you see so many 5 star reviews your first impression may be skeptical. My wife and I came here today looking for something different for me. The proprietor, Jeff, actually looks at your face and using his "magic" selects several frames from his secret blue box under the counter. You say to yourself, I have never been shown anything like this before. You look in the mirror and can't believe how great you look. He then explains his reasoning for the selection and backs his observations with over thirty years of experience. Truly a professional who wants only the best for you. If you're looking for a excellent optician with an unbelievable selection of frames and reasonable prices look no further. I walked in a bit skeptical but left as a lifelong customer. Before you make your final selections please come here. read more

I went here for the first time hoping to get my sunglasses repaired. The owner was extremely knowledgeable and welcoming. The service he provided was surprisingly fast, my glasses were done in just a few hours! I would recommend the shop because of the high quality service and friendly customer service. If I ever need glasses I know where to go! read more

After struggling for over a year to find the right prescription in the right frames (including progressives that just didn't work) I discovered Jeff. I can't recommend him highly enough. He is not only an expert in his field, but he truly cares about his clients, & takes the time to show it. He explained to me that in fact there are over a thousand different types of progressives--& he was able to figure out which ones were likely to work for me. (They have.) His prices are also much lower than local competitors. I'm thrilled to have found him. read more

I have one eye that is extremely nearsighted and need three different pairs of glasses to get around. For years local opticians told me they would have to charge extra for my lenses. They have then been quoting me extremely high prices for something as simple as a pair of reading glasses. So I have been ordering glasses online for quite a while. There is a long wait and the frames are often not what I expected. I have also had quality issues which, though resolved, add to the time it takes me to get my glasses. So was a pleasant surprise to discover that I could buy very nice glasses near home at Great Specs. Not only can I now try on the frames before I buy them, but once I selected some frames for some new computer glasses, Jeff, the owner, was able to make them for me while I waited. The whole thing didn't take more than 20 minutes. Not only that, but the price he charged me was remarkably low. Much better than what I would have paid for the same glasses at even B.J.s, or Costco. In fact, the price was about the same as what I'd pay online. This was also true when he made me a single lens for an old pair of glasses where only one eye's prescription had changed. The selection at Great Specs was excellent. I look awful in heavy plastic frames and was very glad to see that he still had lots of wire rims in different materials, including some surprisingly inexpensive titanium frames. Jeff makes outrageous rimless glasses, too. He showed me some custom ones he had made in very creative shapes, including one pair made in the shape of the Apple logo. What a great resource for those of us living in the region! read more

Jeff is a treasure. He is incredibly knowledgable. He helped my daughter get a frame that she loves and fits perfectly. He listens to every customer and makes sure they get the best pair of glasses. read more

Fantastic service, fantastic price, extremely careful work. Five stars all the way.

My wife and I went to Great Specs on the advice of our optometrist. He told us that he got his glasses at Great Specs and that Jeff Bostian was a true artist when it came to crafting eyewear. Since we both liked what our doctor was wearing, we drove to Northampton (from Glastonbury CT) to give Jeff a shot. We were both amazed! We walked in wanting rimless glasses and Jeff spent over 2 hours with us, suggesting different frames, helping us determine the style and making sure the shape of the glass complemented our faces. Jeff gets his lenses from the most reputable dealers and then grinds and shapes them to fit the frames. I have a wide face and when he saw that, he took the shape of lenses he had on, stretched them to fit my face and now I have a customer pair of glasses that fit so well, I can hardly tell I have them on my face. My wife's glasses are so flattering and all but disappear on her face that the only way you can tell she's wearing glasses is by seeing the side stems. If you are looking for a serious pair of custom glasses that you will absolutely love, you MUST visit Great Specs. We're telling our families and friends that it is worth the drive. You will not be disappointed. read more

What a great store and service! Wonderful selection of frames and the owner is so nice, knowledgeable and passionate about his job. It's definitely worth a visit. I can't wait to get new frames! read more

I stopped by because the right temple of my glasses (on cheap frames I got elsewhere) had broken off. He spent time looking through boxes of old spare frames to see if he could find a similar color and style of temple to swap in, because the pin that sheared off was not repairable with glue. Although I opted not to fix them, but to go back to the other place to ask for a replacement pair, the information he gave me about WHY the temple broke off, plus his willingness to work to repair them instead of trying to sell me new glasses, were both great indications of how he does business! read more

This is the Ollivander's Wand Shop of opticians. All kinds of frames everywhere, and Jeff knows which ones are right for you. He glanced at me and handed me a pair that looked great, then got out lots of other choices for me to look at, too. I'm hard to fit, but he had a lot of choices for a small face. I went half an hour before closing, and Jeff was still there when I left, over an hour later, helping the last customer. The shop is very small, so there's not a lot of room for a lot of people, but he makes the best of the space. read more

Jeff is the best. Hands down. I drive over an hour to go to his shop because his skills are incomparable.

Amazing service. I came in with a prescription and picked out a pair (after much deliberation and kind help) and they were done in a hour! The guy who helped me was incredibly nice as well, and best of all they were very reasonably priced. Plus, the shop is adorable. Overall, I could not recommend this place enough. read more

This is a great place. Jeff was able to find and replace the nose pads on my not-quite-vintage frames in about 10 minutes and with a minimum charge. What a nice man and what excellent service! He's now my go-to-optician despite the fact that I live 15 miles away. read more

I visited Great Specs, because the glasses I had were boring me to tears. I'd asked my coworker about her beautiful gold-colored vintage frames and she said Jeff was the guy to consult about glasses. She was right! Jeff gave me a lot of suggestions and let me try on pair after pair. It was the most interactive visit to an optician I've ever had. I ended up buying frames that were thinner than what I'm used to, and I'm glad I did. They're a big hit with my friends and family. read more

This is the best place I've ever bought glasses, hands-down. Jeff is not only a professional with real integrity, but he is passionate about what he does. The shop is tiny and crammed to the point of bursting with thousands of frames, and he knows where almost all of them are. You'll find frames that nobody else is wearing in North America, because he bought out some small European company and now owns all of their stock. Or because he has made them himself! He is a true craftsman who simply takes joy in giving you the perfect product. And extremely friendly! read more

This is the most attentive, knowledgeable, patient optician! My frames broke, and Jeff went through his huge selection of frames and actually found some that my lens snapped into, then carefully fitted them to my head and eyes. Honest and reasonably priced. I'm returning next week to get an extra pair. read more

Great Specs has a beautiful selection of frames. He has classic, yet modern shapes and colors. Jeff was extremely knowledgable and helpful.

I recently got my second pair of glasses from Great Specs and I am truly delighted. The frame and fit are great, but it's the clarity that has me delighted! With myopia, the need for progressive lenses, plus a bad astigmatism, I always hope to find an optician who really knows what he's doing, and Jeff does. I went in on a busy day (he is alone in the shop) and had fun with an eclectic group, all trying frames and commenting on others', or picking up their glasses. Jeff worked well with all of us, and made sure each of us was happy with our choices, giving each of us the time we needed. He and I talked about what was important to me in frames (appearance and durability) and then decided what kind of lenses I would like. He recommended lenses that are particularly good for distance and I see better than I have in years. Hello, street signs at night! I just got home from ordering my first pair of dedicated reading/computer glasses. Thank you, Great Specs! read more

Great service, unusual frame selection, unbelievable personal service. I was in town for a family emergency and needed new glasses. Jeff helped me find the perfect frame quickly, gave me good advice on different lens features, then carefully measured all aspects of my eyes (much more than the big box stores ever do). He even made an appointment with me on a day he was usually closed because I had limited time in town. All for a price in my very limited budget. I cannot recommend Great Specs enough. read more

Clean and peaceful atmosphere. Jeff was exceedingly helpful and very friendly. Would recommend.

i first discovered jeff when i asked a colleague where she got her glasses. they were so unique and really complimented her face. since then, i have referred this gem of a place to everyone. great prices, great selection. jeff does cool things like pick up bargains from denmark, collect retro frames, and even create his own designs. he knows what looks great on you and has a lot of different choices. plus he is so personable and engaging and he goes out of his way to satisfy. but the secret is out. sometimes you get to his little shop and there's a line out the door! read more