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Advice on sunglasses

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Jamie Moir:
I had a pair of the Spotters Thunders in the Penetrator photochromatic lens. No real problem with them, certainly happy to buy another pair sometime. They lasted for three years, which is decent enough. In that time one arm did snap and it was replaced fro the princely sum of $26inc post, so the back-up service is good too.

Incidentally, I got a pair of these Cablz in with my last semi-disposable sunnies from the US. They're pretty good too!

Peter Childs:
Paul, definately go with the polarised glasses as other have recommended. 
Go for glass over polycarb, harder to scratch and have better optical correctness - this makes a difference when you are moving your head around a lot to reduce eyestrain, such as repetitive casting and getting thrown around in a boat!
Of all the lens colours, I've found the brown / amber lenses to give much better glare reduction and surface penetration (ability to see below the water).  Admitedly, they are not always as dark as some of the green / grey lenses, but I have never found myself wanting more sun shade protection with them.
With regard to styles, open sided glases can let in some unwanted light which can bounce of the back of the lens (normally at sinrise or sunset), however blinkered glasses (with a solid sideflap) can impede peripheral vision.  This can be an issue in spotting action in the side of your vision, particular on a boat with a few people casting in close quarters.  I like to see when the guy beside me is winding up for a back cast out the corner of my eye...if you know what I mean.  Generally, glass lenses dont come in wrap around designs unless they are faceted...so you will look like a knob down at the local shops, if this is an issue to you!
Iv'e been using the amber lense Mako's for a few years now (in a regular style) and can't fault them.  Teamed up with a hat and buff, I manage to keep most unwanted light out from behind as well.  Cheers.

Ben Rivers:
Oakley have some Fishing Specific Sunglasses in their range these days.

http://www.oakley.com/products/4869

http://au.oakley.com/products/6726/25080

http://www.oakley.com/products/5717/19856

Im ordering a pair of the Pitballs - I need a new pair of Oakleys.

Ben

Jon Li:
I have got a couple of Revo H2O sunglasses which I use occasionally when wearing contact lenses but nowaday I prefer to use prescription polarized sunglasses . Revo H2O sunglasses were among the best in late 90's / early 00's , check this : http://www.revo.com/#/technologies/8-polarized-lab

Jon .

Andre van Wyk:
Another vote for Costas.... and I agree with Peter on the Amber lenses... they are so much "gentler" and relaxing on the eyes in my opinion... I know most recommend the Blue/Gray lenses for offshore work, and amber for inshore, but I still prefer the Ambers whether inshore or offshore.... and as most Popping is done in "inshore" type waters, you will appreciate the Amber and the way it boosts the colour and contrast and cuts out the glare...
The Costas and others like Maui Jims ( which I've had and loved as well ) have superb polarization, make sure you get the 580 lenses if you go with the Costas..... and I vote glass lenses for sure... the plastic/polycarb lenses aren't worth sh*t in my opinion, they scratch so easily its a joke, and the difference in weight is negligable in my opinion....

I wear the Hammerheads from Costa del Mar, which fit my fat head, but they have so many size/style options I'm sure you'll find ones that fit and suit your style needs..... same with Maui

Another option would be KAENON glasses which have been getting amazing reviews from fishos round the world, but I've not had any experience with them..

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