Another vote here for ESS. I've been using the Crossbow models for years. Great quality/price point
Another vote here for ESS. I've been using the Crossbow models for years. Great quality/price point
Thanks for that! Price is nice, too.Originally Posted by mmc45414
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Oakley Alpha’s are great eye pro! I’ve gone through about 3-4 sets of M-Frames on the job. M-Frames will eventually delaminate starting at the bottom (for me), but it didn’t really affect the field of vision until it gets bad. I usually only wear the clear lenses when shooting unless it is extremely bright. In my opinion the Alpha vents better, has more coverage, and do not delaminate as fast as the traditional M-Frame. I’ve worn them daily as sunglasses for about 4yrs, rotating 2 pair.
I use the goggles on my helmet at work and they take some abuse (do not use the insert).
I also have a few pair of the ESS Crossbows. The Crossbows do not fit as flat/clean under peltors/ear pro as the Oakley’s. I have a bigger noggin 7 1/2 hat and wider face. Love the Alpha system! Crossbows are mainly used as spare sunglasses or back up range glasses.
Just noticed that the specific link I linked says not compatible with the Naro, but dunno why it wouldn't be.
Here is the one that shows up in my past orders. I didn't know there was a difference.
Just going to mention my preferred solution is the Smith Echo Elite Pivlock system. Works great with muff type earpro and meets the mil standards for impact. Stainless steel earpieces are very thin and won’t break your earpro seal, and the entire kit comes with three lenses in a nice case, for less than the cost of some Oakley replacement lenses.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00THMGM6S...A2ELF5ZSH4DJSS
Though there is something to be said about my Oakley Katos.
Thanks for all the feedback everyone. Here's where I landed in case anyone's curious: I went home last night and pulled out my Smiths again and took a deep dive into them. The shooter's array I already have is really what I want. My clear lens wasn't in as bad of shape (honestly, really great shape after cleaning it) as I thought. The "Ignitor" (pink/persimmon/whatever) that is my favorite color is toast and delaminated like I remembered. BUT I found somone on ebay with a bunch of NOS of these lenses and bought a couple. Then, I found a backdoor into the Smith site where my Elite discount still applied. I also learned that the Aegis and Echo use the same lens, so I bought a pair of Echo 2's for a great price and also got a spare clear lens on the hookup as well. My hope with the Echo 2 is that the thinner arms will do better with my earpro. All feedback and reviews I found seem to indicate that it will. Learning from some here that the Oakleys also delaminate was incredibly helpful because it prevented me from chasing a solution that wouldn't have been a solution at all.
Thanks again everyone!
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Interesting. I've used various Oakleys since 1990 and not once have I had a lens lose coating or "delaminate". One wonders if some people's sweat is more reactive than others when I see stories like that.
Same experience here…
I’ve worn Oakley M-Frames w/ Black Iridium “Strike” lenses daily and while shooting, driving and running since 2001. I’ve replaced lenses occasionally (like, every 3-4 years) when they get a significant scratch in the field of vision, but never seen one delaminate. Since I’ve started using corrective lenses, the Oakleys are now relegated primarily to shooting and exercise. With two frames and probably 4 additional lenses in reserve, I’m probably set for life.
I’ve had plenty of Oakleys delaminate.
What’s that mask situation? Lead mitigation?
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