Not all corps have 27 as the max limit. The AGC and Int corps have 29 as their max age, but I've heard cases of the 27 year limit being stretched. One of my mates did basic with a squad that contained a 30 year old! If u do decide to go through with the operation make sure that u check with the Army about the LASEK thing first!
The Army does have a 12 month waiting policy and my surgeon agrees with it citing the need for the cornea to heal properly. If u make an application right after surgery it will be denied (do it anyway). As soon as u get the denial letter in the mail write to the Medical Officer who sent u the letter and explain that u are still interested in joining (u could also explain the age thing) and that you are willing to cooperate and that you would greatly appreciate any help he could give u in the matter. Don't expect a speedy reply (couple weeks approx). They will eventually arrange for u to see their specialist but I dont know how many months post op you'll have to go before they send u.
On a final note the specialist that I went to see said that the limit was -6 pre op so to be honest I wouldn't have the forces as the only option mate. If u are going for the more technical trades (and have quals they can use) it should help u a bit but when it comes down to it every soldier no matter what trade might have to engage in physical combat one day.
But first things first mate: go down the ACIO on monday and get your application pack and apply before u get surgery. Let me know how u get on, always willing to help anybody in things I've experienced myself. Good luck to ya mate!
