Eyewear 2018
Preserve your vision with duty-ready glasses.
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5.11 Tactical
Daybreaker
The Daybreaker Polarized from 5.11 is designed as the perfect low-vis, high-quality sunglass to offer both style and protection, all in one package. Featured details include polarized lenses, UVA/UVB protection, and spring hinges for less pressure at the temple. www.511tactical.com/daybreaker.html
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Edge Tactical Eyewear
Overlord Kit
In Edge Tactical Eyewear's Overlord Kit, the flexible and durable rubberized frame is equipped with a soft thermoplastic rubber nosepiece and temple arms to create a comfortable, nonslip fit. The four blade-style lenses can be easily and quickly interchanged with one gloved hand. All non-polarized lenses feature Vapor Shield, a built-in "military grade" anti-fog technology to completely resist fog, no sprays or wipes needed. The Overlord Kit includes the soft-touch matte black frame, four interchangeable lenses (clear vapor shield, tiger’s eye vapor shield, G-15 vapor shield, and polarized gradient smoke), collapsing MOLLE-compatible case, microfiber lens cleaning bag, chamois cleaning cloth, and noose and neoprene strap eyewear-retaining leashes. http://edgeeyewear.com/site_tactical/
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ESS (Eye Safety Systems)
Crossblade Eyeshield Series
The new ESS Crossblade Ballistic Eyeshield Series features two different lens and nosepiece sizes to create a customized fit. Users can choose between a standard lens and nosepiece or NARO lens and nosepiece based on preference. With the modular system, the Crossblade can be set specifically to fit the end user’s facial structure. In addition, the ESS Crossblade features a new advanced ClearZone lens coating for the ultimate anti-fog performance in the most demanding environments. www.esseyepro.com/special_landing.html?pageName=crossblade
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Gargoyles Performance Eyewear
Rucker
Gargoyles Rucker glasses are built to provide military-grade protection and performance in a wearable style. Rucker is made to meet MIL-PRF-32432(GL) for high-velocity and high-mass impact, and to exceed all ANSI Z87+1 protection specifications. The teardrop lens shape offers 180-degree wrap protection. Lens vents promote better airflow to prevent fogging, and a built-in brow bar helps keep sweat out of your eyes. Gargoyles says TR90-NZZ frames and the Gargoyles G-Loc hinges are 11 times stronger than industry standard TR90. Rucker's temples are flexible and thin for maximum comfort under ear pro or helmets. Individually adjustable nose pads help ensure a custom fit and are ribbed to help airflow and provide extra grip. With anti-reflective and Tri-Tech oleophobic treatments on the lenses, the company says you'll notice light control in any environment and ease of cleaning. https://gargoyleseyewear.com/eyewear/rucker
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Smith Optics
Frontman Elite
Smith Optics' Frontman Elite is designed to provide bold charisma, distinction, and MilSpec Ballistic Protection. The Frontman Elite is made with crisp and fresh surfacing details, plus enough head curvature and temple thickness to keep sun, stage lighting, and shrapnel out of your eyes. www.smithoptics.com/us/Root/Elite/Sunglass/Frontman-Elite/p/FNTPCGY22BK
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