H2optix(Bolle) Sunglasses.

[basswipe]

Found several styles of these on sale for $59.These regularly go for $80.They appear to be quality sunglasses but I don't want to commit without hearing some positive feedback.

I've had bad luck in the past with supposedly "good quality" sunglasses. Peppers polarized floating glasses come to mind.I paid good coin only to find them to be crappier than the cheapest Wallyworld Seastrikers.

Did a search but didn't find much other than recommendations for high priced stuff like the Costa DelMars.I've been known to lose/break sunglasses so the high priced stuff is out.

PS.Which is better amber or grey lenses?Does it make a difference?

[Mike P]

I think Bolles are good quality.

The only concern I have is, most glasses that sell for under $100 have polycarbonate lenses, not optical glass. Polycarb is lighter and can be made optically correct ( non-distortional), but it scratches much easier than glass. If you get salt spray on them, the salt will crystalize and scratch the lenses if you try cleaning them with a soft cloth, unless you rinse them first.

[ProfessorM]

Ditto on the scratching. Glass is better but heavier. The best way I have found to clean them when salt water gets on them is to lick them with your tongue. The saliva cleans them right up with no smudges or smears and you are not rubbing them so you don't scratch.

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Glass breaks, poly dont

[Rock Hopper]

Most Poly-carbonate glasses are very good and almost all glasses manufacturers have gone in this direction with their offerings.

As for Bolle, I have been using their glasses for well over 10 years (still have them) and they are very, very good. The last pair I got did have the resin or coating start coming off a little on the outter part of the lense though. Not really a big del in my mind. The other 2 pairs I have are still in great shape.

Yes, they will scratch and should be rinsed with fresh water and wiped clean with a soft cloth. The saliva trick also work in a pinch and keeps them from fogging up if it's cold out.

Kadir

[basswipe]

Thanks for the replies guys.

Good shades at sunup/down are a must.The price is right and I've a few extra bucks in my pocket.

[basswipe]

Originally Posted by basswipe

I've been known to lose/break sunglasses so the high priced stuff is out.

Thanks again guys but......its kinda about money.

[basswipe]

They came today.

Out of the box these are the best shades I've ever owned.But being today is my bday and I've consumed more beers than there are humans on this planet and its taken me about an hour to make this reply legible my opinion MIGHT BE tainted.

[mekcotuit]

Check out this company: http://www.sierratradingpost.com

Have found great buys on Bolle and other sunglasses.......