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VT,
Let's be clear...I am not assuming anything..I don't know, that's why I am asking. I simply want to know which is safer.
Also, your quote on the reasoning of companies for choosing glass stated cost as the critera. It did not say that it was because glass is safer. If it is...great, but that was not stated. So, my point was that I would not want to compromise my eye safety based soley on the cost factor.
If I missed something or it just went over my head, just let me know.
Keep in mind my #1 purpose for safety when choosing sunglasses is for hunting purposes. It is keeping the dynamics of those projectiles ,i.e. shotgun pellets, in mind that I am asking all these questions.
Again, Thanks for all the info.
 
I like my polorized Gargoyle Flames, and a couple pair of my Killer Loop glasses

both for the impact resistance and for the fit and the amount of light they shut out as these are both extremely dark grey lenses
 
I've been wearing Native Dash SS glasses for about a year now and like them.

Easily changable polarized lenses (I'm using Rose polarized now), super light, super comfortable, and not terribly expensive (~$100 for frames + 3 lens sets). They have perspiration holes on top, hug your face, and seem quite durable so far (and they're lifetime-guaranteed).
 
wsyocum said:
Let's be clear...I am not assuming anything..I don't know, that's why I am asking. I simply want to know which is safer.
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It depends .........

wsyocum said:
Also, your quote on the reasoning of companies for choosing glass stated cost as the critera. It did not say that it was because glass is safer. .
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Industrial safety glasses can be made of GLASS -
so glass in of itself is NOT unsafe - that's my point.

I've given 3 references with convenient direct links so one can go read the sources - and not necessarily take the quotes out of context.

Just because a company chooses glass because it's cheaper - does NOT make it unsafe - industrial Safety glasses have to be of a certain standard before they can be issued and used as such.


wsyocum said:
Keep in mind my #1 purpose for safety when choosing sunglasses is for hunting purposes. It is keeping the dynamics of those projectiles ,i.e. shotgun pellets, in mind that I am asking all these questions.
Again, Thanks for all the info.
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What you need is eye protection to ANSI Z87.1-2003 standard for High Impact -
I am not aware of ANY consumer sunglasses that conform to that standard - and would be pleased to hear of any.

By the sounds of it you need shooting glasses that conform to ANSI Z87.1-2003 standard for High Impact (and not basic impact).

Not to sound UNgracious -
I strongly suggest doing your own research and NOT rely on hearsay -
like someone's post and opinion -
that is a very UNsafe thing to do -
for example
I could be lying...... :rolleyes:

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VT,
I agree 100% on doing my own resarch. However, I frequent this board and on the outside chance someone may have particular knowledge, It can't hurt to ask...as part of research and all...you know.
What kind of work are you in? If I had to guess...I would say industrial and safety related. If not..how in the heck do you have so much 'safety glasses' info on hand. Or maybe I just got you to do the research for me. :D
Back on topic...my initial search...more planned later...reveals that Wiley-X is a company that offers 'plastic' lenses which meet ANZI Z87.1 2003 standards. Oakley's website states that their lenses are only up to ANZI Z87.1 1989 standards.
So, VT doesn't have to do all the work, I'll post more info as i get it... :cool:
 
wsyocum said:
Back on topic...my initial search...more planned later...reveals that Wiley-X is a company that offers 'plastic' lenses which meet ANZI Z87.1 2003 standards. Oakley's website states that their lenses are only up to ANZI Z87.1 1989 standards.
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Is this High Impact, or Basic Impact?

There is a SIGNIFICANT difference -

If it's Basic then it's no more than that drop-ball test -
which you had previously pooh-poo'ed

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Vincent,
Upon further research, the answer to your question of high or basic impact re: Wiley-X, is unknown. The website lists an 800 number to contact for more details.
The best I can tell you at this point is that they are standard issue for the FBI, DEA, Army Rangers, Navy SEAL Teams and other military special forces. FWIW, several websites that market them state they are protective against "shrapnel". So, I would say the actual level is, at this point, left to conjecture.
I will report back with further findings...
 
wsyocum said:
Upon further research, the answer to your question of high or basic impact re: Wiley-X, is unknown. The website lists an 800 number to contact for more details.
The best I can tell you at this point is that they are standard issue for the FBI, DEA, Army Rangers, Navy SEAL Teams and other military special forces. FWIW, several websites that market them state they are protective against "shrapnel". So, I would say the actual level is, at this point, left to conjecture.
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According to this page:

http://www.wiley-x.com/hvpSeries.php

They are claiming -

QUOTE:
All HVP models are certified and meet the ANSI Z87.1-2003 high velocity impact standard.
UNQUOTE

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Holy cow...how did I miss that? Of course that's the same page and exact source I got the phone number from.
See VT, told you I needed you to do the research for me...
Ok, that's enough sunglasses talk for me...
 
I picked up a pair of Wiley-X SG-1's recently. I'm rather impressed(damn well better be at that price, too. I was a little nervous mail ordering them without a chance to check out a pair in person first). Flexy frame, changable lenses(clear, smoke, two colors of somewhat mirrored finish, and polarized - mine came with clear and blue mirror for a little over $100), comfortable and it wraps around well including the lens which helps with peripheral vision. I think they call it a mix of sunglasses and goggles. Pretty nice.
 
mike gram i dont see how you can hate oakleys just for that one pair of glasses and their price.

i dont like those either and i havent seen the watches.

-personal opinion- oakleys are the best sport sunglasses you can get. i bet you have seen their goggles, as in used by pro snowboarders and skiers world wide. those guys need to see were they are going when they are headed downhill at 50 mph. i also like that they go straight back instead of around your ear, i have found that they dont move at all unless you have a hat on. they are over priced(anything that is sought after by a lot of people quikly becomes over valued)i was shocked when i went to get my second pair becasue i got my first as a gift and i did not know the price. but yea they looked cool and after reading reviews and talking to people i was convinced that they were what i wanted.
 
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