Posted on Mar 28, 2016
What is the best Eye Protection you have found, besides APEL?
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Eye pro comes in a lot of ways I've found a company I like actually through Facebook there sunglasses have a tactical version that meets all specs for military use for the army as the frames are black and everything and the symbol of the company is subdued as well only thing I don't think the lenses can be removed but the brand uses 755 billet steel for the construction of the frames and all lenses are ballistics grade and the frames are riveted at the bend points instead of screwed or plastic the brand is GATORZ check them and what do you all think
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Depends on the use. You'll look for the best impact protection and strength that's soldier proof. The best I had were the specialized double gradient B&Ls that started out life as an Aviator G-15 and then had extra rim pads to prevent the metal from touching the face. The G-15 lens (polarized letting 15% light pass) were then dipped in a silver plate that was thicker on the top and bottom and thin in the middle. That's what it took to be able to work outside in Antarctica without going light blind. Still have two pair but the prescription is long gone.
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I wear DVX sunglasses. They are made by Wiley X but cater to civilians and look like regular sunglasses. Even though they meet all the military specs and are Z81 tested I don't wear them for any training. I stick with the ESS Crossbows. I think they are pretty solid.
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I like the idea of the Billet aluminum, but I don't think I'd like the overall glasses. Generally, arms as thick as what I see on the GATORZ tend are a bit obstructive to the peripheral vision, so I tend not to like them.
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I have looked at some oakleys pricey but good still the m frames look best from them
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Not sure about your standards on this, but I used Natives during my time in the Corps. The lens were changeable.
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Cpl Matthew Wall
Also, they offer a lifetime warranty. When I got back from my deployment I submitted a claim for scratches and lost lens. I got a whole new pair with all the lens. Typically they come with Black, Clear, and Amber lens.
"All Native Eyewear is backed by a lifetime warranty. It doesn’t matter whether you come across an unforeseen obstacle, miscalculate a turn on a trail, or even if man’s best friend decides to use your sunglasses as a chew toy. Whatever the reason, we’ll send them a replacement pair for just $30, no questions asked. Manufacturer defects are covered for one year at no charge."
"All Native Eyewear is backed by a lifetime warranty. It doesn’t matter whether you come across an unforeseen obstacle, miscalculate a turn on a trail, or even if man’s best friend decides to use your sunglasses as a chew toy. Whatever the reason, we’ll send them a replacement pair for just $30, no questions asked. Manufacturer defects are covered for one year at no charge."
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Cpl Matthew Wall
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Check out the HARDTOP ULTRA XP from Native Eyewear.
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I like the Smith optic parallel. Sam ballistic protection as their EPEL approved glasses in a nicer package. I have a black pair I wear at work and a purple pair I keep in my car. I had a HMMWV kick a rock up and hit me in them. I'm rob ably saved my eye...oh and they come with clear lenses standard.
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Been wearing gators for years for shooting glasses and everyday use. I personally use Oakley MI or ESS crossbow. The ess are half the price of the Oakley and if you buy them on post they generally come with 2 frames.
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I've seen oakleys but some are way expensive the GATORZ all of there blackout sets which are the tactical wear are only 160 but I'll see if Oakley has a better price
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