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Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses

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With polarized lenses and top-half frame coverage, these open-edge design sunglasses are a combination of enhanced style and clarity.

  • Open-edge design extends your vertical field of vision and retains the peripheral clarity of XYZ Optics®
  • O Matter® nylon frames are lightweight, stress-resistant and flexible for long-term durability
  • Shatterproof and scratch-resistant Plutonite® polycarbonate lenses provide added durability
  • Polarized lenses reduce 99% of visible glare from water, snow, sand and pavement for increased visual acuity and decreased eye strain
  • Molded ear- and nose-pieces increase adhesion as you sweat, maintaining a secure fit when competition heats up
  • Comes with a specially woven, electro-static Microclear bag for cleaning and storage to preserve the superior optical quality

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Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Multisport
100 percent
17 percent
Plutonite polycarbonate
Gray
Yes
No
No
None
Nylon
Unisex
UV protection
Light transmission
Lens material
Lens tint
Polarized
Photochromic
Interchangeable lenses
Additional lenses included
Frame material
Gender

Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses Customer Reviews

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Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses
 
4.7

(based on 10 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good protection (10)
  • Comfortable (9)
  • Stylish (8)
  • Rugged construction (7)
  • Rugged lenses (7)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking (8)
    • Casual wear (8)
    • Hiking (8)
    • Camping (7)
    • Travel (7)
      • Sizing:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        100% 

        (9 reviews)

        Feels too large

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (6), Avid adventurer (5)

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    4.0

    Great pair of sunglasses

    By Snurfer

    from Cary, NC

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

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    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Good Protection
    • Rugged Construction
    • Rugged Lenses
    • Stylish
    • Will fit a small head

    Cons

    • Angled polarization

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Camping
    • Casual Wear
    • Hiking
    • Travel

    Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

    I find them very comfortable and stylish. They have great peripheral vision and coverage and don't allow sunlight through the top. Lenses don't cause any distortion; some of the clearest I've worn.

    The polarization seems to be at 45 degrees. This allows better use of electronic devises with screens but doesn't seem to cut down on glare as well as other brands I've worn.

    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    5.0

    Been using these for years - Awesome

    By Coach Ted

    from San Diego, CA

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    See all my reviews

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    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Good Protection
    • Rugged Construction
    • Rugged Lenses
    • Stylish

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Camping
      • Casual Wear
      • Hiking
      • Travel

      Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

      I spend a great deal of time outdoors everyday. These glasses work great in all my outdoor activities from mountaineering to coaching track & field. They always stay on even when sweating heavily. They can fog in extreme situations, but a quick wipe with a fog cloth fixes that problem. The polarized lenses are essential for driving too. My dog chewed on them and only popped out one temple piece. I Just popped it back in and they were good as new. I replaced a pair once after going over the handle bars on my mountain bike. Otherwise I've only needed to replace them when they have been misplaced.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

       
      5.0

      Long lasting great glasses

      By jag115

      from Pittsburgh, PA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      See all my reviews

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      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Good Protection
      • Rugged Construction
      • Rugged Lenses

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Camping
        • Casual Wear
        • Hiking
        • Travel

        Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

        The best glasses I have ever owned. They have lasted through many backpacking trips as well as working on a table saw cutting stone. Great for snow travel. Very comfortable. The one downfall is after a while the rubber on the sides begins to wear down and get sticky and needs to be replaced.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size

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        5.0

        Great Glasses!!

        By tileg21

        from Oregon

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Protection
        • Rugged Construction
        • Rugged Lenses
        • Stylish
        • Un-obstructed view

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Camping
          • Casual Wear
          • Hiking
          • Travel

          Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

          Great glasses, no problems at all, very rugged. All you would expect from Oakley.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size

          Comment on this review

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          If they fit too small for you

          By Seany

          from San Gabriel, CA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          See all my reviews

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Good Protection

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

              RE: the review above that they are "a little tight around the head"

              oakley offers sunglasses with "asian fit" that are significantly wider around the temples and offer a bit more support on the nose bridge

              Comment on this review

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              It Does Not Get Any Better

              By mille35

              from Seattle, WA

              About Me Avid Adventurer

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              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Good Protection
              • Rugged Construction
              • Rugged Lenses
              • Stylish

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Backpacking
                • Camping
                • Casual Wear
                • Hiking
                • On the water
                • Travel

                Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

                The best thing about these glasses are the interchangeable lenses as well as there light weight. I can wear them all day without them hurting my face. I purchased the glasses originally with the polarized black lenses for bright sun and water (kayaking, snowboarding, etc). I have since purchased a medium tint brown for lower light conditions as well as the yellow iridium for very low light. I like the yellow for night driving to reduce eye strain of oncoming traffic as well as using them for safety glasses because they meet or exceed all safety glass standards.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size

                Comment on this review

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Worth the price

                By Fisherking

                from Sacramento, CA

                About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

                See all my reviews

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Good Protection
                • Rugged Construction
                • Rugged Lenses
                • Stylish

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Backpacking
                  • Camping
                  • Casual Wear
                  • Hiking

                  Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

                  Love the look. These things are tough and stylish. The Polarized lenses are darker though, so these are definitely for midday use. I only have one good eye, so protection is a major consideration for me. Wish I would have gotten some lighter lenses for early morning and twighlight uses.

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size

                  Comment on this review

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  Excellant glasses

                  By DaveG

                  from pocono's PA

                  About Me Boater, Casual/ Recreational

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                  Site Member

                  Pros

                  • Good Protection
                  • Stylish

                  Cons

                  • Little tight

                  Best Uses

                  • Backpacking
                  • Boating
                  • Casual Wear
                  • Hiking
                  • Travel

                  Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

                  these glasses are great for vision, but i have a larger build. The are a little tihgt on the head. They should make them slightly larger

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size

                  Comment on this review

                  (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  your eyes will thank you!

                  By dan07

                  from boston, ma

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Good Protection
                  • Rugged Construction
                  • Rugged Lenses
                  • Stylish

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Backpacking
                    • Camping
                    • Casual Wear
                    • Hiking
                    • Travel

                    Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

                    These are the best sunglasses I've ever owned. I wear them everywhere: driving, running, skiing, hiking, climbing, on the water, or just to work or walking around. The replacable lenses allow you to switch in and out; I have a clear pair for night skiing. I've owned mine about three years, and have no intention of buying another pair until these break or fall apart.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size

                    Comment on this review

                    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    Don't leave home w/o them!

                    By Hiking Dad

                    from Williamston, MI

                    About Me Casual/ Recreational

                    See all my reviews

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Crystal clear
                    • Good Protection
                    • Stylish

                    Cons

                    • Easily Scratched

                    Best Uses

                    • All around

                    Comments about Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Polarized Sunglasses:

                    I loved these so much I bought a second pair to have some variety. I have the fire lenses as well as the black lenses. The black lenses offer a very clear image. I drive a lot and these lenses reduce the glare and make my drives more enjoyable. In the past Oakley has had a problem with the frames stretching out, I don't find that happening with these frames.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size

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