Gepetto 1,461 Posted September 3, 2015 Thinking about picking up a new pair of sunglasses. These would be mostly for driving. Is it important to get polarized or not? Frame: matte black? black? smoke? wire? Lens: smoke? violet? blue? Ray Ban? or Oakley? other? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wiffleball 4,797 Posted September 3, 2015 Just don't wear them on the brim of your baseball cap. That just screams douche bag. I was recently yanked into a golf tournament By The club owner. What the f***, its free food beer and golf. But, I kid you not, At least a third of the participants Had the baseball cap with the Oakley Sunglasses mounted on the brim, And some kind of neon yellow and/or Seahawk green Shirt. I wanted to kill them all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 1,461 Posted September 3, 2015 I was thinking maybe one of these: 1. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Oakley-Mens-Holbrook-OO9102-24-Black-Square-Sunglasses-/151578763078?hash=item234acc5f46 Oakley Men's Holbrook OO9102-24 Black Square Sunglasses 2.http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Oakley-OO9262-10-Sliver-Black-Violet-Iridium-Polarized-Mens-Sunglasses-/252078503249?hash=item3ab10cb551 NEW Oakley OO9262-10 Sliver Black Violet Iridium Polarized Men's Sunglasses 3.http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ray-Ban-Unisex-Justin-RB4165-Black-Frame-Gray-Lens-Square-55mm-Sunglasses-/111631571210?_trkparms=%26rpp_cid%3D55daf27ee4b081a0a3146414%26rpp_icid%3D55e0a6bce4b0e8ac67555e02 Ray Ban Unisex Justin RB4165 Black Frame/Gray Lens Square 55mm Sunglasses Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IGotWorms 4,063 Posted September 3, 2015 Just buy some focking sunglasses. It's not that hard 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Magnificent Bastard 192 Posted September 3, 2015 Just buy some focking sunglasses. It's not that hard Just skip over the post. It's even fockin easier. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 1,461 Posted September 3, 2015 Just buy some focking sunglasses. It's not that hard I almost bought the Ray Ban's but decided to ask about it first. I don't just throw out $80 - $130 bucks on purchases without thinking and researching it first. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Magnificent Bastard 192 Posted September 3, 2015 I was thinking maybe one of these: 1. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Oakley-Mens-Holbrook-OO9102-24-Black-Square-Sunglasses-/151578763078?hash=item234acc5f46 Oakley Men's Holbrook OO9102-24 Black Square Sunglasses 2.http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Oakley-OO9262-10-Sliver-Black-Violet-Iridium-Polarized-Mens-Sunglasses-/252078503249?hash=item3ab10cb551 NEW Oakley OO9262-10 Sliver Black Violet Iridium Polarized Men's Sunglasses 3.http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ray-Ban-Unisex-Justin-RB4165-Black-Frame-Gray-Lens-Square-55mm-Sunglasses-/111631571210?_trkparms=%26rpp_cid%3D55daf27ee4b081a0a3146414%26rpp_icid%3D55e0a6bce4b0e8ac67555e02 Ray Ban Unisex Justin RB4165 Black Frame/Gray Lens Square 55mm Sunglasses I like nice Sunglasses. I was given a pair of Oakleys, but I like the Ray Bans better. More comfortable. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jerryskids 7,131 Posted September 3, 2015 I like how they all look but every time I click through one of your links it freezes that tab and this one. Not sure if it is my computer, ebay, or whatever else, but I can't investigate enough to judge. I kept trying because I'm in the market as well and I liked the price of all of your options. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 1,461 Posted September 3, 2015 I don't know why it would freeze. Thanks for your opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 1,461 Posted September 3, 2015 Here's a classic look: Ray Ban polarized http://www.overstock.com/Clothing-Shoes/Ray-Ban-New-Wayfarer-RB2132-Polarized-Sunglasses/5329325/product.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mile High Drunk 13 Posted September 3, 2015 Based off what you posted I like the pair of Nike sunglasses I have. http://www.nikevision.com/products/detail/rabid/#EV0603_444 You can find them for under $60 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titans&bucs&bearsohmy! 2,745 Posted September 3, 2015 Polarized is a must. It really makes a huge difference. One thing though... polarized lenses will block you from seeing certain cell phone screens. Try it before you buy, I have to have prescription lenses in mine, so they are very expensive. I always buy Ray Ban personally, Lens color is really just about personal preference. I prefer brown/amber myself. Others like black or grey. Also, they make Ray Bans that fold into a tiny package. About the size of a pack of cigarettes. Nice to carry them around. Since I have to carry those, and my regular glasses, I don't have them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dain11279 984 Posted September 3, 2015 Just buy some focking sunglasses. It's not that hard This. Or talk to EG Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RLLD 4,275 Posted September 3, 2015 Polarized is a must. It really makes a huge difference. One thing though... polarized lenses will block you from seeing certain cell phone screens. Try it before you buy, I have to have prescription lenses in mine, so they are very expensive. I always buy Ray Ban personally, Lens color is really just about personal preference. I prefer brown/amber myself. Others like black or grey. Also, they make Ray Bans that fold into a tiny package. About the size of a pack of cigarettes. Nice to carry them around. Since I have to carry those, and my regular glasses, I don't have them. I have Maui jim's, love them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frank 2,348 Posted September 3, 2015 1. Go to Walmart and choose the best looking $20 pair. 2. Make sure the lenses are dark enough so that you can stare at chicks without getting caught. 3. As mentioned above, don't wear them on your hat or in other way that makes you look like you want everyone to know you own a pair of sunglasses when you aren't wearing them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KSB2424 3,174 Posted September 3, 2015 The only accessories I spend any money on is a watch and a pair of sunglasses. I like the Ray Ban Wayfayers the best out of what you've posted. I prefer the tortoise shell color over the black. Polarized do make a difference and I've found are worth the price of admission. Just don't get the wrap around Oakleys with colorful lens's and crap. Whatever you do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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GobbleDog 1,011 Posted September 3, 2015 When I'm fishing I like polarized because I can see in the water. Other than that, I don't get what people like about them for normal driving. They don't do anything special other than make it difficult to read a cell phone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MDC 7,956 Posted September 3, 2015 I have a pair of the Ray Bans wayfarer types or they're pretty close. I used to be one of those people who wouldn't spend more than $30 on sunglasses but the quality really is much better and the lenses aren't scratched at all a year after I bought them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
parrot 790 Posted September 3, 2015 My advice, try some on. I currently have a pair of polarized Hobies. Had no intention of buying Hobies but they were really comfortable and I liked the lens tint. I only buy polarized but like Gobble that's mostly for fishing. My last two pairs were Ray Bans. Broke one skiing and the other is at the bottom of a river. Kind of decided I won't be buying Ray Bans anymore after the 60 Minutes story on Luxottica. Luxottica owns both Ray Ban and Oakley, as well as Sunglasses Hut, along with several prescription chains. They rescued the Ray Ban brand, but their market dominance is a huge part of the reason sunglasses are so ridiculously expensive. Also, about every 3rd sh!tty country song mentions Ray Bans these days and I won't be a party to that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DankNuggs 305 Posted September 3, 2015 I have a pair of ray ban aviators with carbor fiber arms. Wish they were polarized they are 5 years old and I'll get a new pair eventually and make sure they are polarized Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,062 Posted September 3, 2015 Get these aviators. http://www.rei.com/product/833699/suncloud-aviator-polarized-sunglasses?cm_mmc=cse_PLA-_-pla-_-8336990001&mr:trackingCode=A6655281-AE55-E111-BC1B-001B21631C34&mr:referralID=NA&mr:device=c&mr:adType=plaonline&mr:ad=89274111640&mr:keyword=&mr:match=&mr:filter=70389709240&lsft=cm_mmc:cse_PLA If thats not your style..well, then dont get them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Franknbeans 46 Posted September 3, 2015 Just don't wear them on the brim of your baseball cap. That just screams douche bag. I was recently yanked into a golf tournament By The club owner. What the f***, its free food beer and golf. But, I kid you not, At least a third of the participants Had the baseball cap with the Oakley Sunglasses mounted on the brim, And some kind of neon yellow and/or Seahawk green Shirt. I wanted to kill them all. better than putting them upside down on the back of your neck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
parrot 790 Posted September 3, 2015 better than putting them upside down on the back of your neck I usually keep mine on a strap/cord and I'm not a huge fan of the glasses on the hat thing, but what are you supposed to do when you're not wearing them, put them in your pocket? Also, the hat can be backwards and the glasses upside down and white and it's still not as dooshy as wearing aviators. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TD Ryan2 316 Posted September 3, 2015 I have Maui jim's, love them. ditto. I don't typically like wearing sunglasses while driving - I never feel like I can see as well. Maui Jim's changed that.. Best sunglasses I've ever owned. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BiPolarBear 497 Posted September 3, 2015 http://www.eyekit.co/information/lenses/polarizing-lenses-explained.html Like some of you, I am a fisherman. Not having Polaroid lenses is a deal breaker for me. They work for more than water, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BunnysBastatrds 2,653 Posted September 3, 2015 I own a pair of $400 Gucci's. The wifey got them on sale. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herbivore 1,210 Posted September 3, 2015 another vote for Maui Jims, sports something. Very nice. I also have Arnette quickdraw's I think, wrap style. Found a deal on sunglasses hut one day and got em for $30. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DankNuggs 305 Posted September 3, 2015 better than putting them upside down on the back of your neck I also dislike the 'wear them on your massive forehead". Nearly as douchy as the back of the neck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DankNuggs 305 Posted September 3, 2015 Also, the hat can be backwards and the glasses upside down and white and it's still not as dooshy as wearing aviators. Aviators can only be rocked by a special breed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 1,461 Posted September 3, 2015 Here's a pic of the last pair of sunglasses Oakley's e-wire light/black rims oval shaped mirror lenses (not polarized) I bought that I've been wearing since I was in my mid 20's http://auctions.c.yimg.jp/images.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/image/ra165/users/9/7/6/7/sunflower2617-img600x450-1438386338tuymt725513.jpg They kind of let light in through the edges because the lenses are oval and not very big. I still have the original box, papers and receipt: with tax I paid $122.19 back on May 27, 2000. They retailed for $134.98. I recently bent them one time outward pretty hard on accident taking them off and now they're too wide and can slide right off if I wear them while I'm mowing. I do fish and boat so I will look into polarized lenses, hopefully they won't affect my ability to read my Jeep gauges and U-Connect / Radio / Nav screen. Still not sure what to get, thank you all for the suggestions and I'll look into everyone's suggestions. More opinions welcome too... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mobb_deep 921 Posted September 4, 2015 You should wear something with reflective lenses, to avoid creeping out the girls you stalk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fenster 6 Posted September 4, 2015 Do us a favor and get a pair that covers your entire face. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RLLD 4,275 Posted September 4, 2015 http://www.eyekit.co/information/lenses/polarizing-lenses-explained.html Like some of you, I am a fisherman. Not having Polaroid lenses is a deal breaker for me. They work for more than water, though. You must love the Costa Del Mar's Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTSkiBum 1,626 Posted September 4, 2015 http://www.eyekit.co/information/lenses/polarizing-lenses-explained.html Like some of you, I am a fisherman. Not having Polaroid lenses is a deal breaker for me. They work for more than water, though. I am in the market for a good cheap pair of polarized sunglasses. Not all are created equal, I have a cheap pair now and cannot see as far into the water as some of my fishing buddies that have nicer lenses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DankNuggs 305 Posted September 4, 2015 Here's a pic of the last pair of sunglasses Oakley's e-wire light/black rims oval shaped mirror lenses (not polarized) I bought that I've been wearing since I was in my mid 20's http://auctions.c.yimg.jp/images.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/image/ra165/users/9/7/6/7/sunflower2617-img600x450-1438386338tuymt725513.jpg They kind of let light in through the edges because the lenses are oval and not very big. I still have the original box, papers and receipt: with tax I paid $122.19 back on May 27, 2000. They retailed for $134.98. I recently bent them one time outward pretty hard on accident taking them off and now they're too wide and can slide right off if I wear them while I'm mowing. I do fish and boat so I will look into polarized lenses, hopefully they won't affect my ability to read my Jeep gauges and U-Connect / Radio / Nav screen. Still not sure what to get, thank you all for the suggestions and I'll look into everyone's suggestions. More opinions welcome too... I bought a fake pair of those under a bridge in DC during a middle school class trip. Hideous glasses. Polarized lenses work with daiwoo and hyundais...not sure about jeep gauges, perhaps contact customer service to confirm? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Leo 16 Posted September 4, 2015 Here's a classic look: Ray Ban polarized http://www.overstock.com/Clothing-Shoes/Ray-Ban-New-Wayfarer-RB2132-Polarized-Sunglasses/5329325/product.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 1,461 Posted September 4, 2015 I'm leaning towards Ray Ban Wayfarer matte black frame, polarized blue/gray gradient lenses, 52 mm http://www.ray-ban.com/usa/sunglasses/RB2132-new%20wayfarer%20matte-black/713132838310 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,062 Posted September 4, 2015 There are few scams bigger than the designer sunglasses. I'd never pay a dime over 20 bucks for sunglasses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
