Polarized Sunglasses!

[Lead Head]

I used basspro, they aren't hurting and the employees will get paid the same regardless. @YoTone

 

I also can't afford to pay $250 for a pair of sunglasses that is available online for $100 no matter who it is supporting. 

[gim]

11 hours ago, Eddie101 said:

Is this it? Why green mirror over, say, copper silver or blue? Better UV protection?

 

That's the correct one, except you chose the rectangular frame instead of standard.  Which is fine if that's the shape you like.  The ones you selected have polycarbonate lenses (which is the 580P).  They also make a 580G which is a glass lens.  It costs more and its heavier but supposedly more durable too.  I only own the polycarbonate ones because I didn't care for the weight of the glass lens.

 

The blue mirror is designed for more open water like on the ocean or great lakes in bright sun.

21 minutes ago, YoTone said:

Id hate to be a small brick and mortar business owner  or worker that has to clean every pair of sunglasses you try on only for you to give money elsewhere.

The brick and mortar store could price match if they wanted your business.  Or not and let that customer buy elsewhere.  As a customer, would you rather pay 200 bucks or 100?

[Deephaven]

Maui Jim will ship you as many pairs as you want to try and allow you to return the rest.  Their thin glass is really light and not much heavier if at all than poly lenses.

[the reel ess]

I've used Calcuttas for a decade now. Mostly because you can afford to lose or sit on a pair. They're mostly around $25. But my near sight isn't what it used to be. So I found a pair of Orvis with 1.5X readers. They get the job done without having to change glasses to retie. I greatly prefer amber lenses.

[galyonj]

I like the KastKing glasses for the price. I've owned and really liked expensive sunglasses, but I got tired of having to replace $100+ pairs of glasses that I'd lost, so I'm happy to take the hit on quality for something that I'm probably not gonna have long enough to wear out anyway.

[NHBull]

1 hour ago, Lead Head said:

My suggestion...

 

Go somewhere that sells costa and try on every style they have. Take note of all the styles that fit comfortably and block out the maximum amount of light around the edges. Then shop online for the best price of one of the styles that fit well. If you're only going to have 1 pair, I highly recommend green mirrored (copper based). For me, they are comfortable in bright sun, pretty good in lower light, and amazing for everything in between. 

 ^ Bad Karma

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1 hour ago, NHBull said:

 ^ Bad Karma

After a while, you can smell these types as soon as they walk in the door. 

[txchaser]

After having KK's, Smiths, and Costas, at least for me the Costas are much better. The smiths had some cool lens technology but it didn't add any value for me.

 

I've never heard anyone say anything other than good things about Maui Jims.

 

Big fan of the polycarb lenses - they are effectively safety glasses. After taking a frog in the forehead hard enough to break the skin, my choice was made for me on that front. I know I'll need to send them back in for lens replacements at some point, but the two injuries I never want to have are eyes and back.

 

Agree re: green mirror being the best fishing color. And for morning/evening the amber-ish (forgot the name) are really good. 

[GetFishorDieTryin]

23 hours ago, Deephaven said:

Glass lenses last 10x as long as plastic.  I am huge fan of Maui Jim's glass.

MJ makes some really good lenses, but the trade off is their heavy.  I always feel like they're going to fall off my face when I look over board or at pilings under bridges. 

[Deephaven]

20 minutes ago, GetFishorDieTryin said:

MJ makes some really good lenses, but the trade off is their heavy.  I always feel like they're going to fall off my face when I look over board or at pilings under bridges. 

Should try their new thin glass, super light.  Almost returned my first pair as I was sure they were plastic when picking them up.

[ThatZX14Fella]

I have a pair of Huk sunglasses. My dad has a pair of Maui Jim's. There is absolutely no comparison. The build quality, the clarity, everything about the Maui's are 100x better.

[MGF]

21 hours ago, gimruis said:

 

 

The brick and mortar store could price match if they wanted your business.  Or not and let that customer buy elsewhere.  As a customer, would you rather pay 200 bucks or 100?

Having been a retail "brick and mortar" I can tell you that it isn't always possible. Boy could I tell some stories.

 

What brick and mortars need to start doing is charging for the services that people do value. They should charge for providing the opportunity to see touch and try the product. If they field questions they should charge for that consultation.

[bulldog1935]

My Costas are over 20 years old, bought on sierratradingpost close-out for $35.  They're still perfect, and nothing sticks to them.  Costas are amazing for salt spray not sticking, even riding in a power boat in coast wind.  Dark Gray.  Choice glasses for wide-open water surface glare and bright sun.  

 

My Smiths (also bought on sierratradingpost discount) are for river fishing, give fine detail into the water under wide-varied light conditions.  Light Copper.  

 

My Serengetis are for driving - non polarized, and double your sight distance in fog.  Brown photochromic.  

[Ski]

Sounds like the consensus is again Costa's with 580 P lens.

 

[NHBull]

1 hour ago, MGF said:

Having been a retail "brick and mortar" I can tell you that it isn't always possible. Boy could I tell some stories.

 

What brick and mortars need to start doing is charging for the services that people do value. They should charge for providing the opportunity to see touch and try the product. If they field questions they should charge for that consultation.

It is theft of service…..I am on several “pro programs” and if I am caught trying on clothing/ gear from a retailer, I loose privileges………apologies to the OP for taking this sideways 

[rtwvumtneer6]

Eye Surrender ESE works well for me.  Copper lense for sight fishing and overcast days and grey lense for everyday wear and bluebird skies.  They run about $60 and they claim you can replace them if broken for $20 S&H.  Haven't had to try that, yet.

 

 

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On 5/11/2021 at 8:51 AM, gimruis said:

The brick and mortar store could price match if they wanted your business.  

Yeah your business at the expense of going out of business...

[E-H]

I have 2 pair.  Cheaper Panama Jacks in Amber and Fly Fisherman in blue with green tint.

 

Both are pretty good - very comfortable.    The Blue with Green is great for the day when the sun is bright and the amber ones are phenomenal for evening driving and evening fishing.  Things are brighter but clearer.

[FishTank]

Smith's Guide's Choice.  

 

[lo n slo]

On 5/11/2021 at 7:57 AM, Dens228 said:

Onos polarized.  I need cheaters built in and the Onos are the best I've found.  $99.

hey, i have some of those! blue mirror lens 2.0 bifocals.

[desmobob]

Just a cautionary note for those who want to try polarized glasses with readers...  try a low-budget pair first to see if you like them.

 

I was ready to drop decent money on a good pair when I received a decent pair as a birthday gift.  It turns out I just could not use them on the boat.  I guess I glance down at my trolling motor foot pedal, the deck, my feet as I move around my small boat, etc., and the glasses made me nauseous.  

 

When I'm not wearing contact lenses, I'm wearing bifocal or progressive lens eyeglasses, but I just couldn't get used to them in the boat, fishing.  I tried several times and gave up.  I wear a flip-down magnifier under the bill of my hat for knot tying, etc.

 

 

[Guitarfish]

I just got a new pair of MJ readers.  My wife picked them up without asking because she knew my frames cracked.  I would have preferred looking at something else, but they are what I've been using for years.  They are just too darn prone to cracking lenses.

[LrgmouthShad]

Love my S11’s

[ABrugs]

I agree w/ all of the Costa 580P suggestions. I bought a pair of Reeftons at the beginning of last year and absolutely love them. I find myself forgetting to take them off in the evening when I don’t need them simply because of how comfortable they are and how awesome the colors are through the lenses.

[lunkerboss923]

I'm going to go with Nines. Under $100 for well made polycarbonate lenses are hard to beat. They also carry glass frames too. They are about $160, but still cheaper than Costa's  polycarbonate lenses. Great warranty too.