the ole lady is gonna get me some sunglasses for our anniversary, ive got some oakleys now and thats all ive ever had but looking for something a little more into maybe sporty but yet protective, any idears?
which sunglasses?
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Re: which sunglasses?
Costa del mar... you will never go back!
I have the 400 series green mirror glass and their unbelievable
Costa del mar... you will never go back!
I have the 400 series green mirror glass and their unbelievable
Re: which sunglasses?
No question here. Costa all they way. 580 glass if u dont mind price. U will never be without a pair afterward. They have ton of styles. I wear the man-o-war. Like the removable side pieces for ridin harley. Blue mirror.
No question here. Costa all they way. 580 glass if u dont mind price. U will never be without a pair afterward. They have ton of styles. I wear the man-o-war. Like the removable side pieces for ridin harley. Blue mirror.
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I wear Costas and they are the best sunglasses I have ever put on. Once I started wearing them, I would try other glasses (Oakley, Ray Ban, etc.) and they were all a distant second to Costas. Just make sure you get the 580G lenses. They are the most expensive, but definitely worth it above the plastic lenses. To tell the truth, I will wear them in low light situations also and they seem to brighten things up for me, making it easier to drive in the rain and at dusk/dawn. It is like seeing the world in HD--there are times I walk inside and forget I have them on!
To save some money, check out eBay to buy them. The retail is $249, but I've found them on eBay for around $150-$160. Hope this helps.
TJ
I wear Costas and they are the best sunglasses I have ever put on. Once I started wearing them, I would try other glasses (Oakley, Ray Ban, etc.) and they were all a distant second to Costas. Just make sure you get the 580G lenses. They are the most expensive, but definitely worth it above the plastic lenses. To tell the truth, I will wear them in low light situations also and they seem to brighten things up for me, making it easier to drive in the rain and at dusk/dawn. It is like seeing the world in HD--there are times I walk inside and forget I have them on!
To save some money, check out eBay to buy them. The retail is $249, but I've found them on eBay for around $150-$160. Hope this helps.
TJ
Re: which sunglasses?
+1 on costa 580s. The copper lenes with green coating is awesome for everyday wear. Dark enough for bright son but light enough to drive in the rain and until sunset. The gray with blue coating are darker and better for super bright situations but not as good for all around wear.
Greatest sunglasses I've ever had including oakleys revos and others.
+1 on costa 580s. The copper lenes with green coating is awesome for everyday wear. Dark enough for bright son but light enough to drive in the rain and until sunset. The gray with blue coating are darker and better for super bright situations but not as good for all around wear.
Greatest sunglasses I've ever had including oakleys revos and others.
Re: which sunglasses?
I'm with Big Bo. Maui Jim's are my fav. I also had a pair of Revos and they were great as well.
I'm with Big Bo. Maui Jim's are my fav. I also had a pair of Revos and they were great as well.
Re: which sunglasses?
Are Costa glasses available in Rx lenses from the manufacturer? For that matter do any of the premium glasses offer this?
Are Costa glasses available in Rx lenses from the manufacturer? For that matter do any of the premium glasses offer this?
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I've had a pair of Under Armour's for a couple yrs, I like them, I make them look good though
I've had a pair of Under Armour's for a couple yrs, I like them, I make them look good though
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Costas all the way. Check your healthcare or vision plan if you have one, you can usually get the Costas as your frame allowance for the year. Had a pair of Ocean Waves that I like but the Costa's clarity is noticeably better.
Costas all the way. Check your healthcare or vision plan if you have one, you can usually get the Costas as your frame allowance for the year. Had a pair of Ocean Waves that I like but the Costa's clarity is noticeably better.
Re: which sunglasses?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NOMAD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If anyone needs a 40% off discount code for ESS eyewear drop me a PM I will help you out!!
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I Got my ESS through Nomad. Great glasses, great protection. Some ass hat walked off with my bag at the range one day and I lost the case for the glasses with the bag. Called ESS to order a new case and the girl on the phone just sent me a set for nothing!!! Even sent it priority mail!!
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NOMAD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If anyone needs a 40% off discount code for ESS eyewear drop me a PM I will help you out!!
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I Got my ESS through Nomad. Great glasses, great protection. Some ass hat walked off with my bag at the range one day and I lost the case for the glasses with the bag. Called ESS to order a new case and the girl on the phone just sent me a set for nothing!!! Even sent it priority mail!!
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I have had a pair of costa 580's for 4 years and the glass has held up well. Considering I have dropped them half a dozen times, they do not have any wear or scratches
I have had a pair of costa 580's for 4 years and the glass has held up well. Considering I have dropped them half a dozen times, they do not have any wear or scratches
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IronMaidenFan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are Costa glasses available in Rx lenses from the manufacturer? For that matter do any of the premium glasses offer this? </div></div>
Oakley and Maui Jim do.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IronMaidenFan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are Costa glasses available in Rx lenses from the manufacturer? For that matter do any of the premium glasses offer this? </div></div>
Oakley and Maui Jim do.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IronMaidenFan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are Costa glasses available in Rx lenses from the manufacturer? For that matter do any of the premium glasses offer this?</div></div>
My father in law has some. Not sure if you can order them direct or not, he went threw his optometrist.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IronMaidenFan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are Costa glasses available in Rx lenses from the manufacturer? For that matter do any of the premium glasses offer this?</div></div>
My father in law has some. Not sure if you can order them direct or not, he went threw his optometrist.
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Rudy Project offer great protection and lots of styles to choose from also.
BnC
Rudy Project offer great protection and lots of styles to choose from also.
BnC
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I wear three different pair of Oakley's 16 hours a day and love them all. If I could just find some sleeping glasses on standard issue, I will be set.
I wear three different pair of Oakley's 16 hours a day and love them all. If I could just find some sleeping glasses on standard issue, I will be set.
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I love my Rudy Project, Rydon's. You can get them in Rx. And if you look around you can find 40% off codes. I got mine for $279 with 5 lenses.
I love my Rudy Project, Rydon's. You can get them in Rx. And if you look around you can find 40% off codes. I got mine for $279 with 5 lenses.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DeadNoise</div><div class="ubbcode-body">the ole lady is gonna get me some sunglasses for our anniversary, ive got some oakleys now and thats all ive ever had but looking for something a little more into maybe sporty but yet protective, any idears? </div></div>
I'll chip in my $0.02...I had lasik performed over 7 years ago. For those who don't know, you're eyes are super sensitive to bright light post lasik.
My Dr. recommended high quality UV & Polarized sunglasses to protect my eyes. His recommendation were Maui Jim's & Revo's. I wore Revo's for 7 years and now have Maui Jim's - both are fantastic IMHO.
AvsFan
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DeadNoise</div><div class="ubbcode-body">the ole lady is gonna get me some sunglasses for our anniversary, ive got some oakleys now and thats all ive ever had but looking for something a little more into maybe sporty but yet protective, any idears? </div></div>
I'll chip in my $0.02...I had lasik performed over 7 years ago. For those who don't know, you're eyes are super sensitive to bright light post lasik.
My Dr. recommended high quality UV & Polarized sunglasses to protect my eyes. His recommendation were Maui Jim's & Revo's. I wore Revo's for 7 years and now have Maui Jim's - both are fantastic IMHO.
AvsFan
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I've worn the same pair of Oakley Flak Jackets for the last 6 years. Love the fit, and the lenses are easy to change, long lasting, and impact and shatter rated.
They are also starting to offer the transitions lenses too so that may be pretty nice as well.
I've worn the same pair of Oakley Flak Jackets for the last 6 years. Love the fit, and the lenses are easy to change, long lasting, and impact and shatter rated.
They are also starting to offer the transitions lenses too so that may be pretty nice as well.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CajunAR</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've worn the same pair of Oakley Flak Jackets for the last 6 years. Love the fit, and the lenses are easy to change, long lasting, and impact and shatter rated.
They are also starting to offer the transitions lenses too so that may be pretty nice as well. </div></div>
I went to the sunglass store and told them I want sunglasses that are Z87 rated since I shoot a lot and spend some time in places where the rating is a must, and they also need to be polarized. He took a demo pair of Flak-jackets, dropped them on the floor and stomped on them. They broke into a few pieces, and he picked them up and snapped them back together. Good as new.
I've acquired a pair of Costa's since then, and use them as backups. The lenses are about the same as the Oakleys, but the frames feel cheaper.
I would NEVER own glass lense Costa's. Ive personally seen a pair of them shatter when my friend slightly flexed the frames to put them on his head. I've known of two others to have broken from less than a 6" drop.
-Dan
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CajunAR</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've worn the same pair of Oakley Flak Jackets for the last 6 years. Love the fit, and the lenses are easy to change, long lasting, and impact and shatter rated.
They are also starting to offer the transitions lenses too so that may be pretty nice as well. </div></div>
I went to the sunglass store and told them I want sunglasses that are Z87 rated since I shoot a lot and spend some time in places where the rating is a must, and they also need to be polarized. He took a demo pair of Flak-jackets, dropped them on the floor and stomped on them. They broke into a few pieces, and he picked them up and snapped them back together. Good as new.
I've acquired a pair of Costa's since then, and use them as backups. The lenses are about the same as the Oakleys, but the frames feel cheaper.
I would NEVER own glass lense Costa's. Ive personally seen a pair of them shatter when my friend slightly flexed the frames to put them on his head. I've known of two others to have broken from less than a 6" drop.
-Dan
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+1 Maui Jims. By far better polarized lens than oakley. One of the best polarized lenses for the money IMO.
+1 Maui Jims. By far better polarized lens than oakley. One of the best polarized lenses for the money IMO.
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I've been wearing polarized Ray-Ban Predators for about the last 10 years or longer.
Classic look, great glass, and the last me about 4 yrs a pair till I lose them.
Shooting I wear Z87 rated clear Oakley Ballistic M frames. (the smooth ones w/o all the ridges on them) The kit has a grey lens too but I never use it.
I've been wearing polarized Ray-Ban Predators for about the last 10 years or longer.
Classic look, great glass, and the last me about 4 yrs a pair till I lose them.
Shooting I wear Z87 rated clear Oakley Ballistic M frames. (the smooth ones w/o all the ridges on them) The kit has a grey lens too but I never use it.
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Not the most popular, and im not sure they're still being made... But I never leave the house without my UA Scepters. I love them. They're not my most expensivee pair of sun glasses but they fit my face like a freakin glove.
Not the most popular, and im not sure they're still being made... But I never leave the house without my UA Scepters. I love them. They're not my most expensivee pair of sun glasses but they fit my face like a freakin glove.
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i have coasta del mar 580's.....man-o-war's...and i LOVE them. blue tint...do wonders for bass fishing
i have coasta del mar 580's.....man-o-war's...and i LOVE them. blue tint...do wonders for bass fishing
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: XTR</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've been wearing polarized Ray-Ban Predators for about the last 10 years or longer.
Classic look, great glass, and the last me about 4 yrs a pair till I lose them.
Shooting I wear Z87 rated clear Oakley Ballistic M frames. (the smooth ones w/o all the ridges on them) The kit has a grey lens too but I never use it. </div></div>
+1 for the Predators for daily use
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: XTR</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've been wearing polarized Ray-Ban Predators for about the last 10 years or longer.
Classic look, great glass, and the last me about 4 yrs a pair till I lose them.
Shooting I wear Z87 rated clear Oakley Ballistic M frames. (the smooth ones w/o all the ridges on them) The kit has a grey lens too but I never use it. </div></div>
+1 for the Predators for daily use
