Sunglasses
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Sunglasses
I am looking for a pair of prescription sunglasses for driving with the top down. I want polarized. I like the Oakley A Wires, but am concerned about sunlight leaking around the lens while driving. The wrap-arounds aren't bad, but have plastic lens so I'm not sure about clarity vice the A Wires. Anyone else who needs a prescription have suggestions? Thanks.
Edit: X Metals are interesting, but very expensive...
Edit: X Metals are interesting, but very expensive...
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first, I'm not sure why you have problem with sunlight "leaking".
second, it's not plastic. All Oakley lenses are polycarbonate.
third, you need to tell us your prescription, without that information, it's harder to give you a good recommendation.
fourth, if you have eye insurance, most prescription sunglasses are not that pricey, given that you drive a 2007 S2000.
fifth, it's "metal" (I'm saying this to save Magician a post)
second, it's not plastic. All Oakley lenses are polycarbonate.
third, you need to tell us your prescription, without that information, it's harder to give you a good recommendation.
fourth, if you have eye insurance, most prescription sunglasses are not that pricey, given that you drive a 2007 S2000.
fifth, it's "metal" (I'm saying this to save Magician a post)
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Originally Posted by S2020,Mar 2 2007, 10:30 AM
first, I'm not sure why you have problem with sunlight "leaking".
second, it's not plastic. All Oakley lenses are polycarbonate.
third, you need to tell us your prescription, without that information, it's harder to give you a good recommendation.
fourth, if you have eye insurance, most prescription sunglasses are not that pricey, given that you drive a 2007 S2000.
fifth, it's "metal" (I'm saying this to save Magician a post)
second, it's not plastic. All Oakley lenses are polycarbonate.
third, you need to tell us your prescription, without that information, it's harder to give you a good recommendation.
fourth, if you have eye insurance, most prescription sunglasses are not that pricey, given that you drive a 2007 S2000.
fifth, it's "metal" (I'm saying this to save Magician a post)
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Something like the Kapalua will serve all your needs - last pair of sunglasses you'll ever need (until you need a new rx!).
Oakleys are nice, but not as nice or comprehensive as the MJs. The Titanium Sport designs are wraps, frameless and light (youcan wear them all day without them getting uncomfy), and will keep light leakage down while offering excellent clarity and polarization.
Something like the Kapalua will serve all your needs - last pair of sunglasses you'll ever need (until you need a new rx!).
Oakleys are nice, but not as nice or comprehensive as the MJs. The Titanium Sport designs are wraps, frameless and light (youcan wear them all day without them getting uncomfy), and will keep light leakage down while offering excellent clarity and polarization.
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Serengetti Drivers, baby.
Dad bought his with prescription lenses and swears they're the best he's ever had. I have no idea what kind of styles they offer these days, though.
Maui Jim glasses are great - my bro-in-law has a nice pair and they're extremely well built. Expensive, though. His were around $320, I think, at the time...
Dad bought his with prescription lenses and swears they're the best he's ever had. I have no idea what kind of styles they offer these days, though.
Maui Jim glasses are great - my bro-in-law has a nice pair and they're extremely well built. Expensive, though. His were around $320, I think, at the time...
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[QUOTE=Saki GT,Mar 2 2007, 07:17 PM] http://www.mauijim.com/mjweb/public/catalo...ium_results.jsp
Something like the Kapalua will serve all your needs - last pair of sunglasses you'll ever need (until you need a new rx!).
Oakleys are nice, but not as nice or comprehensive as the MJs.
Something like the Kapalua will serve all your needs - last pair of sunglasses you'll ever need (until you need a new rx!).
Oakleys are nice, but not as nice or comprehensive as the MJs.