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Maui Jim Banyans Polarized Sunglasses

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Item # 834136

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Maui Jim Banyans polarized sunglasses shade your eyes from the sun's harmful rays. They also boost colors and eliminate glare.

Maui Jim polarized technology blocks glare and UV light from all angles; manages harmful blue light and boosts colors for clarity and contrast
Polarized lenses reduce 99% of visible glare from water, snow, sand and pavement for increased visual acuity and decreased eye strain
Lightweight and virtually shatterproof, polycarbonate lenses are 20 times more impact resistant than glass and one-third the weight
Extremely impact-resistant, lightweight Grilamid nylon frames offer consistent fit and flexibility at any temperature
Bronze lenses provide excellent contrast and high light reduction suitable for all light conditions, especially bright, direct sunlight
Adjustable silicone nose pads prevent slippage
Anti-corrosive, stainless-steel pin hinge for durability
Maui Jim Banyans polarized sunglasses come with a semirigid case and a soft pouch for cleaning and storage

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Maui Jim Banyans Polarized Sunglasses

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2012

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3.0

Hi quality construction, but falls short

By Vahmkimo

from San Francisco, California, USA

About Me Active outdoors on foot, DETAIL ORIENTED, Excellent vision

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Pros

Color perception
Comfortable
Construction
Durable
Fit
Good Protection
Lightweight
Scratch Resistant

Cons

Blindspots in lens
Glare
Nose pads

Best Uses

Athletics
At The Beach
Casual Wear
Hiking
Jogging
Running
Walking

Comments about Maui Jim Banyans Polarized Sunglasses:

I purchased these sunglasses 30 days ago on June 27, 2012, and have worn them every time (on about 20 or more days) that I have been outdoors during daylight hours here in San Francisco unless the weather was foggy or the sky had a heavy overcast except on some occasions I have worn them to protect my eyes from blowing sand even if the sky had a heavy overcast.
1. Use - I wear these sunglasses to protect my eyes from wind, sand, UV, and glare at the beach, near the water's edge, and around town.
2. Pros - These sunglasses are lightweight. The quality of constructions appears to be very good to excellent. My glasses have the imprint "Made in Japan", which is one of the primary reasons why I purchased them. They appear to be durable, are easy to clean with the included soft non-scratch microfiber storage pouch, feel good, and stay in place on perspiring skin while hiking, jogging, and running. The sunglasses do not slide or slip down my nose when I am wearing them even during heightened periods of physical activity and perspiration. The nose pads hold the sunglasses in place and feel comfortable. The lens material has not accumulated any surface scratches even though I have wiped them clean many times with the included soft pouch.
3. Cons - I am dissatisfied with the polarization of these sunglasses because I find myself squinting from glare, especially when looking westward over the Pacific in the afternoon when glare is approaching or is at maximum intensity. After wearing the sunglasses for 10-20 minutes, the nose pads leave dark impressions in the skin. After a period, the skin impressions disappeared after removing the sunglasses. The lateral support that connects the two lenses at the top of the nose bridge area creates a conspicuous and distracting blind spot in the field of view of each lens. The overall design of the sunglasses is attractive except the lateral support that connects each lens disrupts the aesthetic harmony of the otherwise pleasing appearance of the sunglasses.
4) I will return these sunglasses for a refund and will endeavor to find another model of Maui Jim "Made in Japan" sunglasses that do not cause me to squint from glare, will not have blind spots in the field of view of each lens, and will not leave conspicuous nose-pad skin impressions.