Sapphire Windows

Scratch This – Sapphire vs. Glass

Sapphire is Famous for its Durability But just how much abuse can sapphire withstand? The answer, more than you think. "When I push the jagged edge of my keys into the sapphire window with a good amount of pressure, I expect to see a scratch line appear like I would...

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Upgrade to Sapphire Glass

Your typical glass optics are not cutting it in rough applications. Have you ever had to replace a plastic or glass protective window due to scratches? Maybe a new lens in your optical assembly due to damage from a high power laser, or pressure from ocean depths?...

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25 Years of Excellence in Sapphire

25 Years of Sapphire Windows and Lenses Guild Optics Turns 25 Sapphire windows and lenses backed by experience Another year older and another year wiser. Ordering your optics from Guild Optical Associates is certainly a smart...

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The Truth Behind Scratch/Dig

The Story behind Scratch Dig There seems to be a wide variation in the reporting of surface quality on sapphire windows and lenses, as well as what is and what isn’t possible. 20/10 or better optical surfaces on sapphire windows is thought to be impossible by some....

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