alphaalpha Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 Hey all, I have been looking for a pair of thin armed polarized sunglasses for a while. I want the thin arm as the normal thicker arms under my hat usually give me a headache after fishing for a couple hours. Maybe I have an odd shaped head or I just like my hats a little tighter but I am finding it hard to find a pair of glasses that fit nice with a hat (which is needed to protect my balding head ). I have seen a couple online but can't seem to find any polarized ones to try on at stores that have thin arms. I would also like them rather dark. If anyone has any personal preferences on makes/models I would love to hear them before buying something online. I don't want to go too crazy as I am usually pretty hard on my shades but anything in the sub $100 range would be cool. Thanks, AA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nipfisher Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 If you have an optical plan through your employer your optician may make you some and write the bill up as "lenses and frames". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 I don't want to go too crazy as I am usually pretty hard on my shades but anything in the sub $100 range would be cool. Thanks, AA. Did you check out the new ones by Sundog? Mark Melnyk Signature Series might have what you are after but I don't know the price range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 How 'bout these? You be lookin' cool 80's style!!!! Actually Rayban has a bunch of wire frames that might fit the bill and a lot of vision places carry them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 I like my Rayban's a lot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alphaalpha Posted April 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 (edited) If you have an optical plan through your employer your optician may make you some and write the bill up as "lenses and frames". I do have an optical plan but as I have perfect vision I have never gone to an optometrist. It would be great to take advantage of that (maybe say I need them for my commute ) @GBW most of the sundogs look to have fairly thick arm bands. @drifter and GBW the raybans do look nice actually, any idea on a good place to get a deal on a pair and do you find the aviator types ok when driving the boat at higher speeds? I have a pair of aviators that are a little larger on my face and I find the wind really comes in on the sides....The problem is the ones I have are not polarized. Thanks for the quick replies! -AA. Edited April 19, 2012 by alphaalpha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 Here are thier Polarized Glass Models. There are several that have wire frames and 3 are wrap around types that will catch less wind. Plenty of deals on ebay. Go to your local optometrist/eye glass place and find a pair you like and hit up the auctions for a deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 I love my blueblockers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 They sell ray bans at costco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishindevil Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 only one kind bro maui_ jim !!!!! the best there is anywheres from $100 to $300 you will never want another pair !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiskywizard Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 only one kind bro maui_ jim !!!!! the best there is anywheres from $100 to $300 you will never want another pair !!!! ^ l l This! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopheraaron Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 You could also get a pair that has a strap instead of arms? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nipfisher Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 I do have an optical plan but as I have perfect vision I have never gone to an optometrist. It would be great to take advantage of that (maybe say I need them for my commute ) Thanks for the quick replies! -AA. Yep, you could get them for driving. My prescription Oakleys are polarized and have the anti-glare coating. I'm guessing your plan will cover the 1st $250-$300. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raf Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 just be aware that the thin arm glasses will allow light into your eyes through the sides. you're probably thinking soo what? but it makes a big difference and a reason the wraparounds with thick arms are favourted for fishing. you have a sail close to you in oshawa, maybe check them out to try on different kinds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshS Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 If you want a quick cheap fix, berkley sells those cheap ones (around $15) that have super light frames. They're cheap glasses but very light on the face. I sometimes switch to them when I feel the pressure of the other frames on my temples. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish4Eyes Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 Maui Jim has real thin arms that are made of titanium on some glasses. They are pricey. See PM for more details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alphaalpha Posted April 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2012 Thanks so much all for the suggestions and advice. Always great to get the opinions of fellow fisherman instead of just relying on online reviews. Hopefully I will have some new shades soon and will let you know which I pick up. Thanks again! -AA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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