List Price: $134.95
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I purchased these frames to have prescription sunglass lenses placed in the frames by the local optical shop. These frames are what is called "RX-able." I purchased custom prescription lenses that are:
Single vision
Trivex lense material
Polarized
Photo neutral; No.3 shade
HOYA EX3 coating on the inside of the lense or the side closest to the eyes. I didn't have the fronts of the lenses coated so the fronts would reflect light rather than pass light.
I did normal online research to see what the best lense choices were and research showed me that for my needs, the above list was the best of the many possible lense choices. YMMV.
The sunglass frames are tight fitting, have large temples to block side light and I don't worry about the frames falling off in the wind, when sweaty while working in the yard or turned backwards on the head when inside. I have what I consider to be a normal size, old man's head.
The large lenses allow full top/bottom/side-to-side peripheral vision and whether driving, sightseeing or playing in the outfield, I don't feel my vision is restricted. These have a very nice, light, snug fit and in my opinion, one's eyes are well protected from damaging sunlight and extraneous UV rays. With Trivex lenses installed, at 38g (1.34oz), I consider these frames to be lightweight and non-fatiguing when worn on long drives.
At the optician's shop, I found they charged full retail ($135.00) for these frames. So, in the case of the Coconut Crème Fade frame, there's a small savings to be had when buying these frames online. I found that the advantage of buying frames online, is being able to have custom lenses installed at an optical shop of your choice. To me, that's where the big savings is to be found.
I went with the lighter Coconut Crème Fade Frame/Bronze Lenses because black frames with dark lenses don't work with either my skin color or personality.
For sunglass cases, I went with the linked sunglass cases below as these are large frames and I failed to locally locate any large sunglass cases that would fit these sunglasses.
Champ Sunglasses Sport Case for Extra Large Frames with Carabiner. This case is suitable to be attached to a belt loop or backpack by carabiner and one would feel comfortable throwing this case around at a campsite.
Large Iridescent Snake Print Clamshell Hard Sunglasses Case. This case is dressy, will fit well in a larger purse or fanny pack and looks stylish sitting on a poolside deck table.
Overall, although I find these frames to be a bit pricey, they're well made, tight fitting frames I expect to serve me well for years and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to a family member or friend.
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If anything comes up to change my above opinion, I'll comeback and amend my review to reflect any negative experiences.
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Really like these polorazied glasses. A change from the usual black that my husband always wears. Very classy and little more dressy
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