an eyeglass case is provided having a rigid tubular container with an open first end , a closed second end and a lid attached to the rigid tubular container that covers the open first end . the tubular container also comprises an interior surface defining a housing chamber for receiving the eyeglasses . a protective liner is mounted on the interior surface defining the housing chamber , as well as the interior portion of the lid , to provide a soft , protective surface to protect the eyeglasses from scratching while in the eyeglass case . the lid is preferably hingedly attached to the tubular container so that the lid can be easily opened and closed . the lid further comprises a latch that secures the lid over the opening in the closed position .