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Native Eyewear Hardtop Polarized Sunglasses

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Native Eyewear Hardtop Polarized Sunglasses

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Native's most technically advanced sunglasses! Polarized for sun and glare protection, two pairs of lenses and an interchangeable sports band!

A unique interchangeable lens system lets you switch lenses without having to put your fingers all over them
Polarized Crystal Carbonate® lenses have the strongest hard coating available to protect against scratching
Rhyno-Tuff® AIR frames endure extreme highs and lows in temperature
Cam-action spring hinges allow the temples to quickly lock into position
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
Self-adjusting Cushinol™ nosepads and ear stems create a nonslip grip that keeps sunglasses in place, ensuring a soft feel and personalized fit
Venting system incorporated into the frames enhances airflow and virtually eliminates fog and condensation
Each frame includes one set of polarized lens (tint depends on frame color) and one set of SportFlex™ lenses, for a total of two sets of lenses
Additional SportFlex orange-yellow lenses have a blue mirror coating suitable for a range of low-light conditions from cloudy, overcast, dusk and dawn
Best fits a medium to a large profile
Also included is an Optic Gear Kit that features a semi-rigid zippered case and a soft pouch that doubles as a cleaning cloth

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Native Eyewear Hardtop Polarized Sunglasses Customer Reviews

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Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized

4.2

(based on 28 reviews)

82%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (26)
Good protection (23)
Rugged construction (18)
Rugged lenses (18)
Stylish (16)

Cons

Flimsy frame (7)

Best Uses

Hiking (18)
Travel (18)
Casual wear (17)
Backpacking (14)
Camping (13)

- Sizing:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  96%
  (24 reviews)
  Feels too large

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (17), Avid adventurer (13)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 28 customers

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Sep

2007

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Best purchase I have ever made

By fast64

from Macon, GA

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
Offroading
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

Where to start? I love these glasses. I have had them for about 3 years and wear them pretty much every day and in every situation - working, rafting, relaxing at the lake, watching baseball games, boating, offroading, running, everywhere. I used to break them a lot (went through 3 pairs). They always broke right where the ear pieces attach to the main frame - gotta love the no-questions $30 replacement though. However, since Native replaced the plastic tabs that held the ear pieces on with a metal pin in 2006, I have never broken them again.

All three of my pairs have been black with black lenses and I recently bought a pair of the Reflex blue lenses and already love them - they significantly reduce glare - the extra $15 for the reflex lenses is definitely worth it.

The "Gator-Lok" ear piece is great while rafting, kayaking, boating or while in any other situation where you might have to worry about losing your glasses. The normal ear pieces are comfortable enough for every day duty and accept my favorite pair of Croakies nicely.

Given the price range of Natives, I would compare them to Costa del Mar glasses or Oakleys and I say the Natives win hands down. Costas feel cheap to me - especially given what they cost - and they don't feel "right". The Oakleys I've had always started to hurt my head after wearing them a while and the metal framed ones were extremely delicate, plus you have to pay extra to get polarized lenses. The Natives are sturdy, well made, comfortable, and just plain fit.

To sum it up, if you are in the market for a set of $100+ glasses that will work in any situation: buy some Natives. You will not regret it.

Nov

2007

(3 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Greatest sunglass, [...]

By Boyde

from Madison Ga.

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
Running
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

31 I finily decided to buy a nice pare of sunglass when I put on the Native eyewear Blue Reflex XP.However I did not have to buy them.My girlfriend,at the time, said they looked so good on me that shed pay for them herself.What do you know,A great pare of sunglass;no money out of my pocket.Although it was the middle of november lastyear and I didn't get a christmas present,Hmm.

I love the glasses.I tolled her(my Girlfriend)that I wear them all the time,even when I work.Im a contractor who does his own carpentry.
She said "no the lense will scratch easly."
For the price I hoped not but they did.

I droped them once,picked them up and they were scratched.The scratch grew over the next week every time I cleaned them.I was so disapointed,however she(my girlfriend) said I looked good in them and other girls were saying the same.Plus I love these glasses,they feel so good on my face and work perfectly for what there for.
So I bought another pair of lenses despite the warrenty.I could not be without my glasses.
Got the new lenses same thing happened.Being so disapointed I got in touch with the company.

They said others had complained and they were working on new reflex lenses. They would send me a set once they were devoloped.They also sent me their other two sets of polerized lenses that do not scratch(black and bronze)in hopes I would stay true to the company untill they could get me the new Blue reflex that did not scratch.

I have been wearing the black lenses and love them however today Nov/20 I recived my new Blue Reflex Lenses...That do not scratch,I know...I tested.

I am now married to what was my girlfriend at the time,despite all the other girls.Maybe it is becouse she bought these sunglass for me a year ago today...And I looked good.

I am amazed with Native Eyewear.If your not wearing Native Eyewear...You can lose them.

Nov

2007

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Best Glasses

By dito

from vista, calif

About Me Biker, Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection
Rugged Construction
Rugged Lenses

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Motorcycling
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

Best glasses, have had Ray bans, Oakley. These are the only glasses I use. They fit well underneath the helmet for motorcycling. The glasses are indestructible and the changeable lenses are great!

Oct

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

A Great Investment

By Jes@NCSU

from Raleigh, NC

About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Protection
Rugged Construction
Rugged Lenses
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Camping
Casual Wear
DRIVING
Hiking
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

I own 2 pairs of Oakleys, and a pair of Revos and these are by far the best glasses I own, I never where anything else, they are durable and perfect for any situation.

Oct

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

tough stuff

By charlie in the bush

from Atlanta GA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection
Rugged Construction
Rugged Lenses

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

I concur with everyone's reviews with the addition of these specs are tough as nails. It was 100 degrees in Atlanta and nothing to do except take my 8 year old to the roller rink. I forgot I was still wearing the glasses when I got in and just hooked in my t shirt collar. I almost fell on my face when I rolled over something on the floor, looked for what it was and I'd rolled over my dropped specs, even popping the lenses out. NOT A SCRATCH ANYWHERE! And they went back together just fine. Unbelievable.

Oct

2010

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Beware

By rosemary the dancer

from Jacksonville Florida

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Good Protection
Stylish

Cons

Flimsy Frame

Best Uses

Hiking
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

I bought one pair and had to return them because the replacable frames were so difficult to put in. My son works for REI and said this was unusual. So I got a new pair (rei is great with returns) and now the lenses are uneven. They are flimsy and close crop one side of my face leaving a big indentation on my cheek. So Back to Rei and I won't buy native again.

Aug

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Meh

By Koop a Loop

from Grand Rapids, MI

About Me Avid Adventurer

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection
Rugged Lenses
Stylish

Cons

Flimsy Frame

Best Uses

Backpacking
Biking
Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

Love the lenses but the frame with the interchangeable ear bars is flimsy and breaks easily.

Mar

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

lenses fall out

By grace422

from Summit County, Colorado

About Me Avid Adventurer

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection

Cons

Flimsy Frame

Best Uses

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

The lenses keep popping out at the most inopportune times. The last straw was while I was stopped on a double black ski slope. As I scrambled to catch the lens, my helmet, which I was adjusting, fell off and went flying down the slope. Thank goodness I was able to retrieve both items, but I wouldn't buy these sunglasses again.

Nov

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Brilliant !

By jbon

from paris

About Me Casual Adventurer

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection
Lightweight
Rugged Construction

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

mountainbiking

Dec

2007

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Awesome glasses! Caveat with lenses.

By Julz the Fish

from Atlanta GA

About Me Avid Adventurer

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Good Protection
Rugged Construction
Stylish

Cons

Coating peels off
Flimsy Frame

Best Uses

Backpacking
Camping
Casual Wear
Cycling
DRIVING
Hiking
Travel

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop Sunglasses - Polarized:

Extremely awesome glasses. I bought one pair and the coating on the lenses came back, so exchanged them for a new pair [...]. I'm completely satisfied, however the coating on the lenses of my 2nd pair has since begun to peel off too. My fiance has the same glasses and has experienced the same problem with the coating. It does not obstruct vision or view, however it does look awfully strange if you're an onlooker and there is light shining onto the lenses-it makes them appear scratched or dirty. If you don't care about the cosmetic look of the glasses, this is not a problem as they still work great and are totally functional.