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Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Polarized Sunglasses
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Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Polarized Sunglasses

Item # 734445

$129.00 - $149.00

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With even more coverage, these Native Eyewear® polarized sunglasses have 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 the lens
  • 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
  • Also includes interchangeable Gator-Lok® temples with elastic strap to keep glasses secure for extreme terrain or activities
  • 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
  • These sunglasses are designed to fit medium to large profiles
  • XP refers to Xtra Protection--lenses are approximately 20% larger for more coverage and protection
  • Also included is an Optic Gear Kit with a semi-hard case, a soft pouch and a sunglass cord retainer

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Item 734445

Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Polarized Sunglasses Specs

Specification

Description

UV protection100 percent
Lens materialPolycarbonate
PolarizedYes
Frame materialGrilamid nylon
Additional lensesYes
Metal hingesNo
GenderUnisex

Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Polarized Sunglasses Customer Reviews

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Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized
 
3.4

(based on 30 reviews)

63%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (28)
  • Good protection (26)
  • Stylish (20)
  • Rugged construction (10)
  • Rugged lenses (8)

Cons

  • Easily scratched (10)
  • Flimsy frame (7)

Best Uses

  • Casual wear (19)
  • Hiking (18)
  • Travel (14)
  • Backpacking (13)
  • Camping (12)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (15), Casual adventurer (13)

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Jul

9

2009

(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
2.0

Bad frame design

By Mojo Mac

from Baltimore, MD

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Protection

Cons

  • Flimsy Frame

Best Uses

  • Boating

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

If I didn't like the lenses and the "coverage" so much, my 2-star rating would be even lower. I have had several pairs of Native sunglases in this basic style -- previously, mostly the Dash XP; but this time around, the Hardtop. Although I formerly considered them a good value, this pair is a big disappointment because of the inadequate frame design. After a few months of wear, the earpieces (which are detachable) have "sprung open" at the temple joint to the extent that they simply fall off or become unhinged with the least little pressure applied to the frame (like when I try to slip them under the strap of my biking helmet). Also, the rubber sleeve that is glued onto the earpiece came unglued and slid off and got lost, which leaves just the nylon tail that more easily slips off of the top of your ear than when the sleeve/cushion is intact. A year or so's worth of wear before these types of things crop up is OK for a pair of $25 throw-aways, but not when the price of admission is north of $100. I haven't asked Native for a new pair of frames, and maybe they'll come through for me (or maybe REI will step up to the plate), but I suggest you save yourself the trouble and go with the "fixed" earpiece frame style (as in the Dash). I've never even considered using the alternative earpieces (with the fixed tether/strap)(what the description refers to as the "interchangeable sports band"), anyway, so all I've got is a frame that can't stand the test of normal wear and tear.

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

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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Oct

4

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
1.0

Ear piece swivel construction is flimsy

By Spudmonkey

from Denver CO

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Protection
  • Stylish

Cons

  • Flimsy Frame

Best Uses

  • Casual Wear

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

Ear piece swivel construction is rather flimsy. One side pulled out of the frame within 2 weeks of purchase. It has been very loose since. No way to fix the problem. No way to adjust screw (post). I would not recommend these glasses if you are active. More suitable for casual activity.

  • Sizing:
  • Feels true to size

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Aug

24

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
3.0

Good design, not so good production

By Shawn in VA (USA)

from Stafford, VA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Protection
  • Interchangeable lenses
  • Stylish

Cons

  • Distortion
  • Flimsy Frame
  • Temples get loose

Best Uses

  • Casual Wear
  • Hiking

Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

Great idea with the interchangeable lenses and two different temples. Temples tend to get loose and fall off. I'm on my second set. Just spoke to Native and they acknowledged "design problems" and suggested I return them and ask for another model.[...]

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

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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Jun

5

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
1.0

poor design [...]

By cornbob

from Eagle, Id

About Me Avid Adventurer

Pros

  • Comfortable

Cons

  • Flimsy Frame

Best Uses

    Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

    lets list the pro's the glasses are comfortable,and great uv protection.con's, the hinge first became very loose after 30 days of normal wear. then within 6 months the hinge broke, by taking the glasses on and off.I sent the glasses back to the factory followed all the required steps for a factory return[...]

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

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Apr

    16

    2009

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Lightweight, perfect for sports

    By Paul the Enabler

    from San Diego, CA

    About Me Casual Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Cycling
      • Hiking

      Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

      Although they aren't cheap relative to the actual materials costs, the quality is fantastic. The Hardtop XPs come with a great semi-hard case, and a soft pouch which doubles as a lens cleaner. Additionally they include a second pair of arms which have a strap for situations where you may lose your sunglasses due to extreme activities. Free mail in coupon for clear lenses are also included and a great option to have for night time mountain bike rides. The lenses are clear and were free of any optical aberations. They are swapped easily without the need of any tools or prying.

      These are great sport glasses with a warranty that can't be beat by the manufacturer. Of course you'll never need the manufacturer warranty if you buy them from REI.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jun

      16

      2008

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great shades with only minor flaws.

      By MtnManMEP

      from Idaho

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Stylish

      Cons

      • Ear grabs slip off

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Casual Wear
      • Hiking
      • Travel

      Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

      I've had a pair of Hardtop XPs for two years. I wear them daily in town, hiking, fishing, boating and working. They have been dropped, kicked, stuffed haphazardly in packs and bags and continue to hold up fine. Like all plastic lenses, these will scratch but these have held up better than prior Oakleys and Scotts that I've owned. The overall clarity of vision through the lenses is not top notch nor is it problematic either. The only problem I've had with the glasses is the rubber ear and nose pieces sliding off after some use. Gorilla glue and an overnight clamping solved that problem. Given the amount of negative comments I speculate that Native might have a quality control problem. However, based on my experience with these glasses, I recommend giving a them a try.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      8

      2009

       
      5.0

      Review: Native Hardtop XP Sunglasses

      By J Peterson

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Casual Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

          Second pair - first pair stolen after 5 years...selected to replace Maui Jim version, same style.

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

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Oct

          3

          2009

           
          4.0

          Great sports sunglasses

          By Mundy

          from Portland, OR

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Good Protection
          • Stylish

          Cons

          • Difficult to swap lenses

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Camping
          • Cycling
          • Running
          • Sports

          Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

          I got these for cycling, although they are great for any outdoor activity--they wrap around nicely, they stay put on my face without feeling too tight, they don't fog up, and they block the sun coming in from the top of the lenses--Great protection for my eyes!

          I tried many different styles and brands, trying to find a good fit for my face, good protection, and interchangeable lenses, and I finally narrowed my choice down to these and the Smith Factor Max--ended up getting both! These fit my small, narrow face just fine, even though they supposedly are for a large profile. The lenses are angled in such a way that they fit better than the regular Native Hardtops (which touch my cheeks). The SportsFlex lenses are really nice--they brighten everything up nicely in low-light conditions. I do wish that the lens swapping were a little easier--it takes some getting used to (unlike the Smith's, which snap in with no trouble at all).

          I purchased mine from another supplier, because REI didn't offer the frame/lens combo that I wanted.

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

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Jul

          14

          2009

           
          1.0

          Lense coating fades after couple months

          By seaoasis

          from Issaquah, WA

          About Me Casual Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

            Cons

            • Easily Scratched

            Best Uses

              Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

              PREVIOUS REVIEW UPDATE: The Reflex coating started wearing off after a couple months of use. I was VERY careful with the lenses (cleaning, never dropped) but outside coating started fading away and ruined the optics of the sunglasses. I would not recommend these glasses since I ended up having the same issues everyone else seems to have with them. [...] I will switch to Rudy Project which several people I know use them regularly without issue and have an exceptional lense warranty.

              • Gift:
              • No

              Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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              Jun

              27

              2009

               
              4.0

              Great sunglasses but warranty fee sucks

              By Raivyn

              from SoCal

              About Me Casual Adventurer

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Good Protection
              • Stylish

              Cons

              • Easily Scratched
              • Expensive warranty

              Best Uses

              • Backpacking
              • Camping
              • Casual Wear
              • Hiking
              • Travel

              Comments about Native Eyewear Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Polarized:

              I wore these during a 10 day trip to Walt Disney World. The ease of changing the lenses was great. However, while standing in line for the Rock N Roll Roller Coaster, one of the polarized lenses randomly popped off of the frame, landed on the ground, and got scratched. I had them on for several hours, so I know I had put them in properl[...]While a lifetime warranty is great, I wouldn't buy these sunglasses for that reason since a few claims later it will be more cost effective to just buy a new pair of sunglasses.Other than the warranty fee, I am happy with how these feel, perform, and look. The polarized lenses did a great job of protecting my eyes in the Florida sun while offered nice clarity. The frames did fog up one time, but the venting along the top of the frame minimized it. These are so light and easy to wear. I have a flat-ish nose bridge, so I usually have problems with sunglasses sliding down my nose if I sweat, but didn't have this problem with the Hardtop XP, even though I was very sweaty in the Florida icky humidity. I especially liked the extras such as the sport band sidearms have; I didn't worry about losing these once, and will buy my husband a pair just for that feature since unfortunately he is prone to losing expensive sunglasses.

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              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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