Article: I sell specs for pounds 15..opticians send hate mail; JAMES BATTLES` RIP-OFF PRICES.(News)

Byline: GARY JONES

A STUDENT selling cheap specs on the internet says he is getting hate mail and threats for undercutting ``rip-off'' opticians.

Thousands of customers have flocked to James Murray Wells's website since he set up a business selling glasses for as little as pounds 15.

Experts say his idea could have ``enormous'' impact on the industry and even eye examinations.

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