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Randolph Engineering Polarized Aviator Sunglasses
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Randolph Engineering Polarized Aviator Sunglasses
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Based in Randolph, Massachusetts, family-owned Randolph Engineering is known for making some of the best eyewear in the world. Its aviators were originally designed for the US military and have been standard issue since the late '70s Read More
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Aug 22, 2017
I'd buy a pair in a heartbeat if there was an glass polarized option. Any chance that could happen? I'd even pay extra.
Barrett
28
Aug 22, 2017
Thank you so much! I'll just skip this drop and order a glass pair from Randolph directly then. You think Randolph is just getting rid of old stock? I don't see anything on the RE website about these lenses.
orangesherbet0
20
Jan 13, 2019
Do these have an anti-reflective coating on the inside? Most consumers only care about polarization when actually anti-reflective coatings have a far more important effect on vision (go figure, consumers being consumers). My guess is these don't have an anti-reflective coating, and are therefore optically inferior to those that do.
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Magiko
105
Jan 26, 2019
Found this on the Randolph site: " RANDOLPH VECTOR™ OPTICAL COATING
Stops harmful glare from behind. This proprietary multi-layer coating is applied to each lens to block harmful reflected light and ‘bounce-back’ glare from entering your eye from behind. VECTOR™ reduces eye-strain and improves visual acuity with the added benefit of built-in hydrophobic, anti-static, and scratch-resistant properties."
Stops harmful glare from behind. This proprietary multi-layer coating is applied to each lens to block harmful reflected light and ‘bounce-back’ glare from entering your eye from behind. VECTOR™ reduces eye-strain and improves visual acuity with the added benefit of built-in hydrophobic, anti-static, and scratch-resistant properties."
orangesherbet0
20
Jan 26, 2019
MagikoNice find. Would be great to see this advertised on the product page, if I was the manufacturer and this was already a feature I would. Also would be nice to see a response from the manufacturer...
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MussellAviation
4
Aug 18, 2017
Only one problem: I'm looking to get non polarized lenses. I'm an actual pilot and polarized lenses interfere with a pilot's ability to read instruments as well as spot incoming traffic. I would 100% commit if I could get non-polarized lenses. Is there anything we can do about that?
MussellAviation
4
Aug 18, 2017
Unfortunately aircraft instruments have special antiglare filters added to them which is one reason it is so difficult to read them with polarized lenses. That and polarized lenses cancel out any light gleams that would be coming off of an oncoming aircraft. No bueno.
Hockeymagnet
15
Aug 18, 2017
If these were available I'm Matte Chrome, I'd buy them in a second. Bought a pair on MD last year but lost them. Subjective of course but there's a reason most advertising with models wearing them is Chrome or Matte Chrome - Gold is too "blingy" and the black looks cheaper and just doesn't stand out - IMHO of course.
sockpuppy
451
Aug 21, 2017
HockeymagnetGold on eyewear is coming back with a vengeance along with peak lapels, pleats on trousers, and all the other stuff you don't like.
We're far from Peak Gold though. I'd give it another year or two for mainstream recognition and 4-5 more years before the New York Times posts an article about it. In 10 it will only for midlife crisis types and in 15 it will be "rape glasses" again.
We're far from Peak Gold though. I'd give it another year or two for mainstream recognition and 4-5 more years before the New York Times posts an article about it. In 10 it will only for midlife crisis types and in 15 it will be "rape glasses" again.
Riehl
44
Jan 13, 2019
Any chance of a non-polarized version of this drop? The FAA recommends against polarized lenses for pilots since they can reduce ability to spot other aircraft under VFR and can cause issues in glass cockpit environments.
Riehl
44
Jan 13, 2019
RiehlFrom AM-400-05/1:
POLARIZATION. Polarized lenses are not recommended for use in the aviation environment. While useful for blocking reflected light from horizontal surfaces such as water or snow, polarization can reduce or eliminate the visibility of instruments that incorporate antiglare filters. Polarized lenses may also interfere with visibility through an aircraft windscreen by enhancing striations in laminated materials and mask the sparkle of light that reflects off shiny surfaces such as another aircraft’s wing or windscreen, which can reduce the time a pilot has to react in a “see-and-avoid” traffic situation. Polarized sunglasses are not recommended because of their possible interaction with displays or other materials in the cockpit environment.
K-Man
219
Jan 11, 2019
More 55mm option would’ve been nice MD. Been waiting for this drop to come around again for such a long time but you got everything but the choices most people want...
HumanBeing
222
Jan 12, 2019
K-ManI mean that's kind of how this site can sell these sunglasses as cheap as they are. Usually just dead stock that randolph can't sell themselves
K-Man
219
Jan 12, 2019
HumanBeingYeah I get that. But the original drop over a year ago had the choice of all three sizes in Matte Chrome and Gold. Was hoping that would be the case again... oh well.
Magiko
105
Jan 12, 2019
I've been switching between these (gunmetal, polarized grey glass lenses) and the RE Concorde (same configuration) for the past few years. At this price, it's tempting to tuck a spare pair in a drawer just in case! They are timeless and get random compliments frequently.
For anyone who rocks a helmet on regular basis (motorcycle) the bayonet temples are brilliant. Polarized lenses aren't for cockpit use but the glass is excellent, frames are solid, and if you like the style just pull the trigger. No regrets here.
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RidevaDemocritus
360
Aug 18, 2017
So... These or American Optics? What is the main difference? Both American made and owned companies, both styles are pretty similar... Any real stand-outs?
Soundprank
101
Aug 19, 2017
RidevaDemocritusThey are both based on the same military specs. AO used to hold the contract, I believe RE currently owns the contract.
The differences aside, I own pairs from both companies, and the RE ones have substantially better build quality. You can usually find the AO ones cheaper online if you search around, but I would say to pay the cost difference and get the RE instead.
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