Polarized sunglass survey for my fly shop.

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

Can some of you post what quality polarized sunglasses you would buy today.

What brands do you think that fly fisherman should be looking at?

Thanks for your input.

[Darian]

I have a pair of wrap-around polycarbonate, polarized glasses from Action Optics that I've used for about 10 years, now. I like the style of the lense as it doesn't let in a lot of light and breaks the wind. However, there is some slight vision distortion and, after wearing them all day, I sometimes get a headache.

I had a pair of brown shaded, polarized glass lenses in the prior sunglasses and they were comfortable to wear without apparent distortion. Can't recall the name, tho.

I would prefer glass lenses, photochromatic in a pilot style frame similar to RayBan (plastic or wire frame). Unfortunately, meeting those requirements means that the price-tag will be high and, if lost, so will the grief level. I may end up having a pair of presription, polarized glasses made up.

[BigBuddha]

I use Oakleys which have multiple lenses I can switch to meet lighting conditions. I don't think they have glasses specifically for fly fishing, but the polarized ones are ideal for it.

[JT]

I have a pair of $20 polarized glasses that I bought a couple of years ago. I can't afford to buy the expensive ones just to lose or break them. I guess you can say I'm cheap.

[mako]

Hi guy's
Most of the fisho's i know,game,sport and fly wear photochromatic Spotters, and a few wear the same but in the Mako's.
I have had my Spotter's for about 5 or 6 years.
It's time for a new pair,but as most people say they are expensive and they aren't really fashionable.But they are comfortable and they work.
I think if you spend the money on Quality fishing tackle,Why not on the more important things such as quality eye protection.
You know people spend time washing and polishing there expensive fishing tackle,why not take 5 minutes to wash your sunnies in fresh water and dry them with a soft cloth and put them back in there case.That's why they last you for years and are a worthy investment..
After all, at the end of countless hours scanning the water for those working birds or the gentle rise of a trout,or even spotting Bones,you need what works for you!!!!!!
But that's just my opinion..

[jbird]

Bill

I've been wearing Habervisions lately. They are the photochromo...thingies. I like them very much!

Jay

[dtp916]

I have Habervisions. Good so far. Sometimes I hit the water just right and it highlights up in a neon blue. Kind of irritating when I'm trying to watch a #18 nymph float by to a fish.

My Smith's got scratched too easily, and I lost them fishing with JT.

I was looking at Oakley's new polarized collection, interesting....

[Rick J]

I have always been a fan of Smith/Action Optics and have used their prescription glasses (both in glass and poly) - I prefer amber and brown shades for most of the fishing I do

[Lucky]

I have been unsing http://www.polareyes.com/ for several years. Price is nice and the warranty is good also. Had to return one pair and no questions asked send it back. They even let me change from Grey to Amber on the lenses.

[Don Powell]

As a prescription glasses wearer, I have been totally satisfied with the Cocoons I bought at your shop, Bill. I am pleased that they are available in different sizes and lens colors to adapt to different conditions. The wrap-around styling is extra protection from errant casts. I hope you continue carrying them.

Don