Lenses
To meet the stringent worldwide safety eyewear standards, Wiley X uses the lens material called polycarbonate. The flexibility and strength of polycarbonate enables it to stop the impact from a 12 gauge shotgun or fragments from an IED (Improvised Explosive Device). Wiley X applies anti-scratch coatings on all lenses to increase the lifetime and maintain a top of the line product.
Grey LensesThe grey lenses absorb all colors equally, making them preserve the same color perception as without sunglasses. They are perfect in bright light conditions, they ensure maximum glare reduction, and are perfect for all outdoor sports in bright conditions.
- UVA/UVB Protection: 100%
- Transmission: 15%
Light Rust LensesThe light rust lenses filter out most blue light waves (HEV), which is the key component of glare and haze. They enhance contrast in medium to low light conditions, making them ideal for many outdoor and indoor activities,
- UVA/UVB Protection: 100%
- Transmission: 52%
Vermillion LensesThe vermillion lens performs best in medium to low light conditions. They increase contrast, as they block blue light (HEV), as well as they sharpen contrast and brightens targets, while simultaneously improving your visual depth perception. A comfortable lens for longer wearing times
- UVA/UVB Protection: 100%
- Blue Light Protection: Yes
- Transmission: 55%
Frames
All Wiley X Frames are made out of virtually indestructible Triloid nylon.
Half Frame Sunglasses with a base curve 7 have lenses that are less curved than a pair of base curve 8 sunglasses, which gives them a medium wrap fit. This means that the sunglasses will not enclose your face in the same way, but rather sit flatter against your face.
If you need a pair of sunglasses with high prescription, a pair of base curve 6 sunglasses are especially good, as the flatter base curve is better at containing the high prescription.
Sunglasses with a base curve 7 will not block the sun in your peripheral field of view to as great an extent, as a pair of sunglasses with a base curve 8. However, the base curve 7 has a fit, which fits most head sizes and will, as such, be perfect on most faces.
You can find sunglasses with a base curve 6 on our more lifestyle-oriented models, where focus is on a stylish design and a comfortable fit, rather than functionality, which, especially, is the case with our Climate Control sunglasses.