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Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses

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Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses

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Keep your eyes protected in every season with these low-profile, polarized sunglasses with unbeatable sun and glare protection.

Snap-Back™ Interchange lens system lets you switch lenses to accommodate a variety of light conditions and activities
Additional lenses sold separately
Polarized Crystal Carbonate® lenses have the strongest hard coating available to protect against scratching
P.C.C.® lenses pass the rigorous ANSI Z80.3 tests for optical clarity and impact resistance while blocking 100% of harmful UVA and UVB light
Reflex lenses work well for all light conditions, especially extremely bright to moderate sunlight because the Reflex coating blocks more light
Rhyno-Tuff® AIR frames endure extreme highs and lows in temperature
Anti-Ocular Intrusion System®, a 4-point configuration, helps prevent lenses from shooting into your face in the event of high-velocity impact
Self-adjusting Cushinol™ nosepads create a nonslip grip that keeps sunglasses in place, ensuring a soft feel and custom fit
Venting system incorporated into the frames enhances airflow and virtually eliminates fog and condensation
Frames are extremely lightweight, yet flexible and durable enough to withstand high velocity collisions
Frames best fit medium profiles
Includes soft carrying/cleaning bag

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Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses Customer Reviews

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Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses

4.3

(based on 8 reviews)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (8)
Good protection (6)
Adequate tint (4)
Attractive (4)
Good polarization (4)

Cons

Best Uses

Casual wear (7)
Travel (5)
At the beach (4)
Sports (4)
Driving (3)

- Sizing:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (8 reviews)
  Feels too large

- Reviewer Profile:
- Comfort-oriented (4)

Reviewed by 8 customers

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Feb

2013

5.0

Love These Sunglasses

By Lynn Bowen

from Sebastopol, California

About Me Classic, Comfort-Oriented, Practical, Stylish

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Pros

Adequate Tint
Attractive Design
Comfortable
Durable
Good Polarization
Good Protection
Lightweight
Scratch Resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Athletics
At The Beach
Casual Wear
Driving
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses:

These are my third set and I continue to love them over and over.

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Jul

2012

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

My throttle's refuse to die

By bug nerd

from East Lansing, MI

About Me Comfort-Oriented, Practical, Stylish

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Pros

Adequate Tint
Attractive Design
Comfortable
Durable
Good Polarization
Good Protection
Lightweight
Scratch Resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Athletics
At The Beach
Casual Wear
Driving
Special Occasions
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses:

I wear these for everything. I bought a cycling specific pair of shades but end up wearing these more than anything. They have good peripheral visibility. The lenses have held up well, a few scratches but nothing major to warrant replacement. I've owned these for at least 4 years and would definitely buy these again. If I had to be nitpicky, the rubber nose bridge pieces have come off a few times while pulling them out of a bag, shirt pocket etc. but I always seem to be lucky and find them. Highly recommended brand, best sunglasses I've ever owned and Ive had a lot of brands that cost twice as much.

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Oct

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

I would buy this product again.

By Joe12379

from Pittsburgh, PA

About Me Comfort-Oriented

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Pros

Adequate Tint
Attractive Design
Comfortable
Good Polarization
Good Protection
Lightweight

Cons

Scratches Easily

Best Uses

Athletics
At The Beach
Casual Wear
Driving
Special Occasions
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses:

I wear these sunglasses every where I go, I work outside in all conditions and they are great, I had a pair of gray lens/polorized, They got a little scratched up with my work so I traded them in because of Natives lifetime guarantee, and my REI membership. Got the amber lens this time, really lightens up low light situations, and also shades during high light situations. Good pair of glasses, will continue to buy Natives, gave up on Oakley, Spy, and Dragons.

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Jul

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great sunglasses - Love Natives

By Azone

from Denver, CO

About Me Comfort-Oriented, Modern

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Pros

Adequate Tint
Attractive Design
Comfortable
Good Polarization
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Athletics
At The Beach
Casual Wear

Comments about Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses:

I use these daily when I commute and for all sorts of outdoor activities. The polarization is great, the nose pads help the sunglasses fit well on those of us that lack a signficant nose bridge. This is my second pair of Native sunglasses and I would definately recommend them. They're lightweight and the styling is athletic. If you're into big designer glasses that can cover your eyes and cheecks or if your idea of outdoors is an outdoor shopping mall, these aren't your sunglasses!

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Jul

2008

(4 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Blue Reflex comes off

By Micah

from Philadelphia, Pa

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Easily Scratched

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking

Comments about Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses:

I liked them until the "Blue Reflex" started rubbing off. They are only about 3-4 months old and they have not been abused any worse than any other pair off sunglasses that I had. If you get these, skip the coating.

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May

2008

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Good for just about any activity

By fooeyandnuts

from Venice, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection
Rugged Construction
Rugged Lenses

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses:

I purchased these about 9 months ago when I was looking for an all purpose pair of sunglasses that didn't look too techy or sporty. The Throttles definitely fit the bill. I wear them hiking, biking, camping, backpacking, driving; you name it. They are durable, easy to clean and you can't beat the lifetime guarantee on both lenses and frame. The polarized lenses are great, ventilation precludes any fogging up and they are so lightweight I almost forget I'm wearing them. Best pair of sunglasses I've ever owned.

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Apr

2008

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Native Throttle and Ripp Fan!

By David the Paddler

from Seattle, Vancouver and Alaska

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection
Rugged Construction
Rugged Lenses
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses:

I have had a few pairs of Native Throttle and RIpp models, and they not only fit well and comfortably, but way outlasted the other brands I have owned. I subjected mine to salt water and careless handling and PFD Vest pockets, and the lenses held up extremely well. I now use a lanyard, as I don't wanna lose my newest pair! [...]. If you boat, consider getting the floating lanyard from REI.

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Apr

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great shades

By Terp Fan

from Raleigh NC

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection
Rugged Construction
Rugged Lenses
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Fishing
Lounging

Comments about Native Eyewear Throttle Polarized Sunglasses:

I am a converted Costa Fan. I used to only wear Costa's, but have become a HUGE Native Fan. This is my second pair (my roommate dropped my 1st and the got run over) and I don't see myself buying anything other then Natives from here on out.

They are lightweight and look great. Costas are just to heavy and they fell off to easily.

I'm not a big outdoorsman or anything, but I LOVE these shades, they look great and are even more comfortable. I would highly recommend them to anyone.