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Posted: 2/14/2016 4:15:12 AM EDT

So after wearing Oakley's for over a decade, I am tired of paying for replacement lenses that cost 4-5 times what a decent pair of ANSI rated safety glasses cost. Even the Revant aftermarket lenses are still relatively expensive, and unlike the genuine Oakley lenses, are not impact resistant.

So what I want to do is find some decent looking (not something you'd see on a Coors swilling NASCAR fan) safety glasses that are tinted and can be use for driving and all around sunglasses.

Any recommendations?

Posted: 2/14/2016 4:33:04 AM EDT

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Pyramex glasses.

I've worn various models such as the Rendezvous, Accurist, and Avante. They're all good, come in several different lens styles, and range in price based on lens from $3 to $50.

You can get those models on Amazon.

Posted: 2/14/2016 4:33:31 AM EDT

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Not sure how much cheaper - possibly more expensive, but you'll definitely get superior quality over Oakley looking at Uvex or Revision.

Posted: 2/14/2016 4:34:47 AM EDT

[#3]

Edge Eyewear is reasonable for the money

Edge Tactical for the more high-speed Stuff

Posted: 2/14/2016 4:35:51 AM EDT

[#4]

Wiley

Posted: 2/14/2016 4:43:30 AM EDT

[#5]

Go to the automotive department at walmart. No shit, they have z87.1 eyeware for <$5 that is extemely scratch resistant and cleanable with dish soap. My company in the oilpatch decided to cut costs by only buying clear safety glasses, so I started buying my own shaded ones. The walmart glasses almost never scratch or wear out

Posted: 2/14/2016 4:53:30 AM EDT

[#6]

Smith Aegis are good optical quality. Z87 rated

Posted: 2/14/2016 4:58:34 AM EDT

[#7]

Are you LEO, military or first responder?

Posted: 2/14/2016 5:00:26 AM EDT

[#8]

For cheap shit, Nebo works real well.

https://www.nebotools.com/cat.php?cid=24

Posted: 2/14/2016 5:08:56 AM EDT

[#9]

The cheaper the sunglasses, the longer they seem to last, and the less prone I am to lose them.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=3m+safety+glasses

I like 3M safety glasses. They fit my face, are Z87, and the price is right. If I don't get them off Amazon, they're in the tool section at Walmart.

Best,
JBR

Posted: 2/14/2016 6:22:18 AM EDT

[#10]

I'm a fan of the ESS Crossbows. A two pack of one clear and one tint lense is about $60. Spare lenses run about $15. I like the Supressor frames for running ear muffs or my headset at work.

Posted: 2/14/2016 6:28:10 AM EDT

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This.
I try not to accept or use discounts for anything, but I do for oakley.
I go through lenses pretty quick and it adds up fast.

Posted: 2/14/2016 7:16:08 AM EDT

[#12]

Stihl

Posted: 2/14/2016 7:33:21 AM EDT

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Why would you ever want to go cheap when it comes to your eye safety?

Posted: 2/14/2016 7:38:57 AM EDT

[#14]

Tag for any polarized options.

Posted: 2/14/2016 7:54:31 AM EDT

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http://www.i-gogs.com/

Posted: 2/14/2016 8:12:30 AM EDT

[#16]

There are issued ESS eye pro kits in EE almost weekly. For clear ones that's what I use.

Finding a buddy with a standard issue account shouldn't be hard.

Posted: 2/14/2016 8:17:26 AM EDT

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WileyX

Posted: 2/14/2016 8:19:07 AM EDT

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What are you, a salesman?

We have ANSI standards in place to cut through that kind of emotional hype.

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:08:57 AM EDT

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Mil Surp ESS kits are all over ebay. I bought the Ice kit with two full frames and clear/tinted lenses for $30.

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:18:01 AM EDT

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What are you, a salesman?

We have ANSI standards in place to cut through that kind of emotional hype.

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Why would you ever want to go cheap when it comes to your eye safety?

What are you, a salesman?

We have ANSI standards in place to cut through that kind of emotional hype.

Whatever. I'm issued oakleys and if I wasn't I'd buy oakleys anyway. The "just as good crowd" is really populated by idiots sometimes.

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:21:23 AM EDT

[#21]

Stylish? What are you wearing them to the prom?

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:22:09 AM EDT

[#22]

Smith

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:22:13 AM EDT

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So after wearing Oakley's for over a decade, I am tired of paying for replacement lenses that cost 4-5 times what a decent pair of ANSI rated safety glasses cost. Even the Revant aftermarket lenses are still relatively expensive, and unlike the genuine Oakley lenses, are not impact resistant.

So what I want to do is find some decent looking (not something you'd see on a Coors swilling NASCAR fan) safety glasses that are tinted and can be use for driving and all around sunglasses.

Any recommendations?

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Walleva replacement lenses cone in ANSI and polarized. Per Amazon $20-$30 depending on model, reviews are good for most models. I just ordered some for my Fives Squared to try out.

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:23:23 AM EDT

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Many of us have been traumatized by the BCG era.

I, for one, would allow it.

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:24:18 AM EDT

[#25]

Relevant to my interests.

Would be interested in the same as OP, but if you also got prescription lenses, chime in.

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:25:21 AM EDT

[#26]

I found a brand that I like called Tifosi. I liked them so much I am bought an entire display case for my store!

http://www.tifosioptics.com

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:27:22 AM EDT

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Edge Tactical for the more high-speed Stuff

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THIS
Comfort and economical.

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:28:42 AM EDT

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flyingfisherman.com has a lot of polarized glasses that are stylish and not junk, but they are affordable. They fill the mid-level quality/price void in my opinion.

They have a lot of choices (maybe too many). Here is a link to just one of their series:

http://www.flyingfisherman.com/622/Action-Angler-Series.html

HighSpeedSteel

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:29:05 AM EDT

[#29]

Triple tap for ESS

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Posted: 2/14/2016 9:33:01 AM EDT

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Whatever. I'm issued oakleys and if I wasn't I'd buy oakleys anyway. The "just as good crowd" is really populated by idiots sometimes.

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Why would you ever want to go cheap when it comes to your eye safety?

What are you, a salesman?

We have ANSI standards in place to cut through that kind of emotional hype.

Whatever. I'm issued oakleys and if I wasn't I'd buy oakleys anyway. The "just as good crowd" is really populated by idiots sometimes.

More expensive eyewear might have better coatings for flare or anti-fog, better fit, better options, better clarity - but ANSI specs are ANSI specs.

In what way are you saying Oakleys are safer and what independent verification is out there to back at up?

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:34:25 AM EDT

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http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Wiley-X-Revolvr-Sunglasses-Matte-Black-Frame-Smoke-Gray-Lens-SSREV8-/321918411641?hash=item4af3d52379:g:wMYAAOSwKrhVXSXt

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:37:36 AM EDT

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My local safety boot store has Nemesis sunglasses for $ 5. Best sunglasses I've ever owned.

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:38:30 AM EDT

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Definitely this.

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:39:44 AM EDT

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Tons of cheap options here: http://www.safetyglassesusa.com/greylens.html

I personally wear these for working in the woods and doing things where I know there is a good chance of scratching and damaging expensive sunglasses: http://www.safetyglassesusa.com/250-46-0021.html

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:39:44 AM EDT

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WileyX

Posted: 2/14/2016 9:40:44 AM EDT

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Yup. Cheap, comfy, Z87 rated.

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Posted: 2/14/2016 9:59:59 AM EDT

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Comfort and economical.

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Edge Eyewear is reasonable for the money

Edge Tactical for the more high-speed Stuff

THIS

Comfort and economical.

+1

Posted: 2/14/2016 10:16:51 AM EDT

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Costa but they aren't cheap.

Posted: 2/14/2016 10:32:07 AM EDT

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Yep Wiley X is good stuff.

Posted: 2/14/2016 10:40:32 AM EDT

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Wiley X has a discount brand at Walmart called DVX.
I think the most expensive ones are $78.

Posted: 2/14/2016 10:57:36 AM EDT

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I've been using S&W branded wrap around safety glasses for about ten years.
I love them!
http://www.amazon.com/Elite-Safety-Eyewear-Black-Anti-Fog/dp/B01AOHEQPI

Posted: 2/14/2016 11:23:36 AM EDT

[#42]

Wiley X or Smith.

Get you a Promotive account OP.

Posted: 2/14/2016 11:35:48 AM EDT

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I get my cheap ANSI rated sunglasses here

http://www.discountsafetygear.com/safety-sunglasses-shaded.html

Posted: 2/14/2016 11:44:52 AM EDT

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ESS works for me. $80 for 3 eyeshields (clear, amber, smoke grey) and a frame, replacement eyeshields are less than $30 IIRC as a rule.

Posted: 2/14/2016 12:04:13 PM EDT

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Go to the automotive department at walmart. No shit, they have z87.1 eyeware for <$5 that is extemely scratch resistant and cleanable with dish soap. My company in the oilpatch decided to cut costs by only buying clear safety glasses, so I started buying my own shaded ones. The walmart glasses almost never scratch or wear out

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I'd be wary of z87 rated glasses that don't scratch. In order to give them impact resistance the polycarbonate is formulated slightly softer than standard eyeglasses to avoid shattering and have some give. It's kind of why safety glasses scratch easier.