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In our never ending search and development of high quality, reasonably priced protective eyewear, we occasionally come across a factory sample that upon initial inspection we say WOW. But, as we progress through the qualification protocol and design verification process, more often than not, a problem appears that disqualifies it. It could range from poor quality frame, poor ballistic characteristcs to a problematic finish to poor lens retention in the frame. That's why we only add 5 to 10 new models a year to offer our customers. We demand high quality at a reasonable price. That's no easy process considering the thousands of variations available today.
When the 426M came into our hands, it was WOW, with the usual reservations, until we plowed through our protocol. It was double WOW after that.
The 426M is a modern and clean design. The frame around the lens is very thin, almost giving it the appearance of a rimless sunglass, which usually spells trouble when it comes to lens retention. But, to our surprise the lens retention exceeded that of most of our other models, including some combat sunglasses. The reason? The lens and frame are a tongue and groove design. The frame where the lenses sit have a centered tongue that tightly holds the lens, which has the groove. This is a feature found on very high-end, very expensive sunglasses. In the final analysis after checking and re-checking ballistic properties, we knew we had a winner of a product.
The lenses are 2.2 millimeter decentered ballistic polycarbonate with an 8 base curvature. Combined with the wrap back of the frame, these provide excellent side protection not normally seen in metal frame glasses. The decentered lenses provide absolute distortion free viewing from most every angle. The lenses also provide full UV400 ultraviolet ray protection.
The frame finish is perfection. The finish is consistent with eyewear priced in the $100 plus range, it's that good. They are polished by hand to a full shiny finish, then plated in its final color.
The frame finish/lens combinations available:
- POLISHED SILVER CHROME FRAME, FULL MIRRORED LENSES: The lenses are dark smoke and fully silver mirrored. The temple ends are dark smoke.
- POLISHED GOLD FRAME, DARK BROWN DRIVING LENS: These are NOT mirrored lenses on the gold model. The temple ends are simulated tortoise shell finish. VERY SHARP. Excellent blue light blocking characteristics without color distortion.
- POLISHED DARK CHROME, FULL MIRRORED LENSES: Sometimes referred to gun metal frames. The lenses are dark smoke tint. The lenses are full silver mirrored.
The 426M has spring hinges that allow for a perfect and comfortable fit on a broad range of head sizes, from small to large. And when folded, due to the design, the temple ends do not touch the lenses, which eliminates any potential wear problems on the lenses.
We provide a lined leather-like pouch to protect your sunglasses. It can be folded and slipped into a pocket while you're wearing your sunglasses so you don't have to hang a case from your belt or try to shove it into a pocket or purse.
These are an exceptional design, very high optical quality frames, at a price that defies logic. We know you will be pleased with your purchase of the 426M.
And, if that's not enough, we pay for shipping to your U.S. or APO/FPO military address. International shipments to civilian addresses are charged a reasonable flat rate charge. There are no handling or processing fees to drive the price up or minimum dollar amount required on your order for free shipping. The price you see is the price delivered to your door.
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M1030 Mirrored Aviator, Military Grade, w/Hard Case -- Includes Military Style Hard Case. Silver or Dark Chrome
M1030 Mirrored Aviator, Military Grade, w/Storage Pouch -- Includes Storage Pouch. Select from three frame finishes.
M6256 Mirrored Aviator, Chrome Frame, w/Case and Spare -- FITS SMALL TO MEDIUM HEAD SIZES
M6256 Mirrored Aviator, Chrome Frame, w/Dlx Hard Case -- Fits Small to Medium Head Sizes
M6256 Mirrored Aviator, Chrome Frame, w/Pouch -- Fits Small to Medium Head Sizes
1003XD Dark Traditional Aviators w/DLX HARD CASE -- Available in Gold, Black and Silver
1003XD Dark Traditional Aviators w/POUCH -- Available in Gold, Dark Gun Metal and Silver
1003XD Dark Traditional Aviators w/Spare & Cases -- Available in Gold, Black and Silver
M1030SD Military Grade Aviator w/Dlx Aviator Hard Case -- Select From Four Frame Finishes
M1030SD Military Grade Aviators w/case and Spare M1030SD w/Case -- Select From Four Frame Finishes
M2078FM Aviators, Driving Lenses, Dlx Hard Case -- Smaller Lenses and Spring Hinges
Coppermax Spectacle, Monel Brn Chrome Frame, Polarized Amber Lens -- Monel Frame - Ground & Polished Smoke Gray Lenses
Coppermax Spectacle, Monel Gun Frame, Polarized Smoke Lens -- Monel Frame - Ground & Polished Smoke Gray Lenses
M8001 Chrome Flash Mirror Aviator w/Dlx Hard Case -- Smoke Lenses with Flash Silver Mirror Coating
M3125 Aviator, Mirrored w/Spring Hinge and Dlx Case -- Select Frame Finishes of Gun Metal, Black or Copper
M2084 Aviator, w/Spring Hinges & Storage Pouch -- Available in two frame styles and lens colors
Barcelona Aviator w/Blue Mirror Lenses, Black Frame -- ANSI Z87.1 Rated.
Barcelona Aviator w/Spring Hinge Temples & Pouch -- ANSI Z87.1 Rated. Avail with Clear, Clear Mirrored or Gray Lenses
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