Specifications and Comparisons


Features Benefits
Interference Fit™ Technology Yes Yes No Comfortably, keeps eyewear on during extreme surf, snow, sun and wind conditions U.S. Patent 6,629,760 (see FAQs Page - General Tab) - This is a utility patent (function based) and not a design patent (aesthetics)
Prescription Range Wide Widest (Any Rx)
(No Distortion)
Standard Enables the vision impaired to play on a level playing field. (We offer prescription lenses on all of our frames.)
Quick Release Removable Strap Yes Yes No Dual use - casual or active (Hassle-free attachment and adjustment).
Stream lined buckle (minimally affected by turbulence)
Strap Yes Yes Yes Adjustable eyewear retainer
Secure Leash Yes Yes No Second line of defense for retaining eyewear so you don't have to swim after your sunglasses in the impact zone
Features Benefits
Nose Piece / Material Elite
Nylon
Elite
Nylon
Standard
Rubber
Elite: Removable Snapper™ - Eliminates “lash crash”. Dual use - casual (off) or active (on).
Standard: Rubber nose piece - Increases comfort
Nose Piece / Ventilation Elite
Superior
Ventilation
Recommended Water Temp - Any
Elite
Best
Ventilation
Recommended Water Temp - Any
Standard
Good Ventilation
Recommended Water Temp - 66°F (19°C) - up
Elite: Removable Snapper™ - Increases ventilation and combats fogging.
Standard: Closer fit - Excellent for high wind conditions
Size and Shape Classic Classic Larger Personal Preference
Elite: "Classicly" sized stylish sunglasses.
Standard: Increased coverage / sun protection.
Style: Wrap vs. No-Wrap Wrap No Wrap Wrap Personal Preference
Wrap style provides more eye coverage - less sun come through
Features Benefits
Polarized Lenses (Imported from Japan) Optional Non-Polarized Italian Lenses All Polarized Option All Polarized Eliminates glare (eliminates headaches caused by low-end polarized lenses)
Polycarbonate Lenses Yes Yes Yes Optimum lens impact protection for Rx and non-Rx
UV Lens Coating Yes Yes Yes Protects eyes from the sun - 100% UV protection.
(Pterygiums and cataracts have been linked to prolonged sunlight exposure)
Head Size Range Average - Large Average - Small Average - Small Fits most head sizes (see FAQs Page - Purchasing Tab)
Frame Lens Gripper™ Yes Yes No Secures lenses to the frame. Decreases chances of fallout
Features Benefits
5 Barrel Weather-resistant Hinges Yes Yes No Allows for longevity and easy storage
Floatability No
(Leash instead)
No
(Leash instead)
Yes* *Floats (without additional weight of prescription lenses)
Lenses with 360° Perimeter Contact with the frame Yes Yes Yes Secures lenses to the frame. Decreases chances of fallout.
Mold Injected Nylon Frame Silverlite™ Silverlite™ TR Nylon Extremely durable and lightweight
Meets or exceeds ANSI standards Yes Yes Yes Allows color clarity for driving. Lens and frame are impact safe
1 Year Warranty Yes Yes Yes Purchase with confidence
Features Benefits

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Blinding Sun, Glare, Blurred Vision, Spray, Wind, Cataracts or Pterygia on the Eyes, Red Irritated Eyes

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Sun (UV) Protection, Polarized (glare reduction), Prescription, Water and Wind protection Clear Eyes

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