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- Are Oakley Sunglasses Worth It? We Put them to the test.
SportRx visited the Oakley headquarters and met Stephen De Mille, who took us to their testing facility and showed us the testing Oakley eyewear goes through. Stephen shows us some optical tests, tells us how Oakley's Plutonite lens material is made and also shows us some impact protection and durability tests.
1:01 Laser test measuring how curvature and lens shape affects light passing through the lens
4:48 Scope testing for lens clarity
7:45 Plutonite lens material
10:07 Impact protection
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Who else has a pair of these bad boys?
SportRx love em !!!
SportRx me
SportRx I did. They fell from 2 foot and landed on thick Carpet and the cheap lens shattered. Worst $170 I’ve spent.
Dang! From two feet and on thick carpet, for their lens to shatter (like glass?) is some kind of anomaly! Definitely, reach out to Oakley; they will help you. I have never seen their lens material shatter. I would have thought it impossible, so the fact that they did should be proof enough that they will replace them immediately.
SportRx that’s what I was told. I didn’t watch it happen but that is what I was told. It could have been smashed I guess but it didn’t look like it. It’s a few years old already
The impact test is pretty accurate. I was using a weed eater and a rock the size of a quarter hit my lens on my flak 2.0 and it didn’t shatter. It simply left a small dent on my lens. Could of lost an eye or damaged it pretty bad.
I've used my Flak Jacket XLJ's as "safety glasses" in a pinch. Wouldn't have done that with any other brand of "sunglasses"...
I shot a 177 airgun pellet at a pair of $10 sunglasses. There was a small dent in the lens but that`s it. So your theory about shatter resistance only in expensive glasses is very wrong. Plexiglass is not very expensive.
@@mybluebelly that's why the video should use comparison materials
It's really cool to get an inside look at Oakley's operation(s), and it's even cooler to get a better understanding of what your money goes towards. All of this just makes me love Oakley even more!
Wow! I've always been an Oakley fan, but I did not know how much pride and technology is put into the brand! I would even go as far to say that Oakley is the Apple of optics! 😀
i just love how they have a trash can full of competitor sunglasses XD
I can attest to this. I've had dirt, rocks and debris launched at my eyes. While wearing Oakley sunglasses, never had an injury. Sure, they are expensive, but I would rather pay for sunglasses than have to pay for eye surgery. I wear Holbrook and Radar EV frames. The polarized lenses are great, especially if you get prizm built in.
You are 100% correct David! People will pay the money for the bike, shoes, helmet, but not protect their eyes. Take it from David, it's worth paying the extra buck especially for some PRIZM lenses.
I did a factory tour at this oakley facility 25 years ago and they showed us this testing part! Oakley os definitely superior
I tried many vendors, finally chose Oakley for optical clarity and fantastic glare reduction. I always recomended them to others for optical quality reasons, I had no idea they are so strong.
After watching this great informative video I am glad I spent over $200 for my pair Oakley’s. They glasses are amazing and to see the technology behind them is awesome!!!
13 years ago when I was in high school, I bought a pair of 1st Gen Half Jackets because I thought they looked cool. I really didn't have much knowledge on Oakley at the time. Well, some time later they actually saved my eyesight. A friend of mine accidently discharged a paintball gun he had just bought and the round went straight towards my face. The Half Jackets deflected it onto the floor and instead of a hosptial visit, I ended up with a slight headache and a cool story to tell. It since made me a very strong believer in the effectiveness of Oakley Sunglasses.
Luxottica sucks though
I watch this video about twice a year and it never gets old!
Great informative video. Thanks! Just ordered the drop point prizm polarized through oakleysi 👍Love me some Oakley's
Incredible!! I have several pairs of Oakley sunglasses as a cyclist and this makes me feel even more safe. I love that Oakley even cares this much about design and engineering. :)
This is excellent! Love to see this company show the science of durability with their products. It clearly shows what is practical and what isn't practical.
I saw this add and bought another one "radarlock", I now will own like four pairs. Phenomenal in every aspect!!! Price, quality, durability, style...im addicted to them!
Couldn't agree more!
Aside from its design, what I really like about Oakley is their impact protection
They blur out the glasses because they're owned by the same giant company as Oakley. #Luxottica oops spilled the beans.
Actually luxottica bought them out because Oakley refused to sell through them but luxottica owns glass hut and about 97% of eye wear stores so it put oakley in a bind where they had no choice but to be bought out. The only good thing is that oakley still designs all their own stuff so luxottica can't wash the quality down with inferior products
Nathan Wilson sure they can. the supplies they now use are of cheaper Chinese quality. i know
Yeah, I gotta disagree. I sell Oakleys and a lot of Luxottica products through my job. Also we sell non Luxottica stuff. The Lux stuff is pretty much garbage. Mostly made in China "even Oakley now, check out there avoidance of stating it under here: www.oakley.com/en/support/faq (CAN OAKLEY EYEWEAR BE STAMPED WITH A MARKING OTHER THAN "MADE IN THE U.S.A.?")
Iv'e also seen the old "Made in USA" stuff, and its far better quality. The only thing that didn't take a huge hit is the lens quality. The frames are junk though.
Yeah i worked at oakley hq for 2 years here in foothill ranch. The quality decreased because the materials they use are of cheaper Chinese quality. I coated over 40000 lenses and inspected over 5000 frames so thats how i was able to know .
Cosplay Chris assembled in the USA or printed in the usa
i now see the difference.. no pun intended. the best sales pitch ive seen. im sold.
I've had my prescription Oakley fuel cells four about 5 years. I've fished, biked, jogged and taken them to the shooting range. They still have no scratches and look brand new. I love them!
I wish I could say the same. Oakley’s scratch so easy for me
My first pair of flack jackets saved my left eye from a baseball off a bad hop ground ball. I did get 3 stiches in my eye brow from the frame but if it wasn't for my oaks my eye would have been much worse.
Wow thats crazy
This was awesome, I just wanted to listen all day.
Thank you so much for watching!
I love Oakley and I hope that y’all keep up this amazing science work with the lens. And I hope y’all come up with new designs too I love y’all Oakley keep moving forward ❤️
That's the plan!
i have my jawbreakers for a year now and they're amazing!
I biked with them in the dirt, rain, heat,pretty much everywhere and they're still going strong!
I just have a few minor scratches on them but they're still good though
AliExpress had the same thing
I’m a witness to their durability and impact resistance, saved my eye and face from severe road race and worse.
So, whoever you were going to have a severe road race with saw your glasses and decided it wasn't worth it? What's the story? Lol
My eyes got stronger after I got laser eye surgery done.. nice video cant wait for my pair of oakleys!
We hope you love them!
Does this video account for all Oakley lenses? Wondering if the same protection that was viewed here is universal on all of Oakley's sunglasses
My fuel cells saved my right eye, ate imdistructable, and man they are amazing cutting out all the strain on the eye. Curious though should I replace with fuel cell polarized or stick with high def. The high def is simply jaw dropping the brighter the day the better they are it seems.
Very Educational!....Thx Bro.👍👌👏
Love Oakley I hope y’all always keep up the lens technology and the mirror aspect too and maybe bring back the old school styles too
This would be my dream job. Love the content
This is a great demonstration but i've had 3 pairs of the Half Jacket XLJ in prescription lenses and the hooks/edges that fasten the lense into the frame broke rendering the glasses useless.
Wow.... that is very,very impressive....my Respect for demostration whay OKLAY ...IS MY FAVORITE...TANK YOU SO MUCH....
Wow. Oakleys were the best sunglasses I ever had. I ran over them accidentally. I've had some cheap pairs since then. Going back to oakleys for sure after this.
Good job Oakley! You guys should do MIL- Standard testing (environmental/mechanical) in our lab. at Element.
Why is the focal point of the laser (in the first set of tests) set to 15 feet? And what happens to the balance of the light beams when we move that target to 10 feet or 20 feet? Do we have the same meeting of the beams and balance of light?
Are oakley prescription eyeglasses with transitions also impact resistant to some degree?
Can you put liquid glass or liquid armor on lenses 4 scratch protectant
I want a wrap around sunglasses which models are best and how do i measure which size will fit me.
so even the ones that arent officially ANSI rated have this level of eye protection?
Is Plutonite available for Crosslink Strike? AND HIGH INDEX LENSES? THANKS
Just wondering what happens when you crash. Would the frame snap and cut your eye/face? Would the arms snap with sharp edges? Would like see those type of tests. And yes I do have an Oakley Flak 2.0 XL 👍🏻
Thanks for the video on this. I'm beginning to understand why Oakleys are better than the avg pair of sunglasses. They should do more testing videos.
Was in a gnarly golf cart accident on asphalt. I was pretty tore up, but my Oakley M-Frames saved my right eye from injury. Too bad they were scrapped.
Hey Rob, firstly, love the channel- you guys ultimately talked me into buying the flight decks, which I'm in love with. But, I recently bought some Holbrooks and was looking into new lenses (because I'm a child and I need all the lenses) and came across Revant AML. Do these guys build lenses to the same specs as oakley? I prefer to keep to oakley lense anyway but was curious
Hello Dylan! We cannot speak to the quality of Revant product specifically because we are not familiar with it. However, it would be impossible for any brand to build lenses to the same specs as Oakley because so much of the technology that goes into Oakley lenses is proprietary. Oakley High Definition optics and impact resistance is very hard to beat. Not to mention all of the awesome PRIZM lens options that are available!
Also had polarized Oakley lenses which peeled. Replaced the lenses through revant and have had luck for years.
I am a huge Oakley fan, but their polarized lenses are disposable.
Thnx for the video
Thank you for watching!
So the focus point of the other glasses would still meet u are just saying urs are perfectly tuned for 15 feet? Unless vertically off
Can we know which brands to avoid based on these tests?
What exact oakley model does he wear on his head?
Wow that's amazing. Just bought Oakley sutro sunglasses
How would the Oakley Mainlink hold up in that firing chamber?
I have a pair of double edge are they safe as these tested?
How about test your hinges durability? As I have hinges problem with my Monster Pup and Frogskins
Using Oakley for over 5 years now. 😎😎
Unfortunately, my Oakley Fuel Cell Cerakote sage color glasses snapped in half at the bridge of the nose. I loved those glasses but it’ll be awhile before I can afford another pair.
What is the ABBE value of Plutonite?
I’ve always had Oakley’s. I’m rocking a pair of carbon shift prisms and I love them. I also have an old pair of Juliet’s that I would love to get rebuilt with new lenses. Does sport rx or Oakley do that?
Hey ChrisCo! Thanks for watching and leaving us a comment. Did you need the Juliet's in prescription? Or were you looking for just standard replacement lenses?
SportRx I do not need a prescription. I need lenses and I need the frames themselves rebuilt and tightened up. They are very loose fitting now.
ChrisCo Unfortunately, the Oakley Juliet is an older frame and we cannot order lenses for them anymore. Sorry for the bad news. If you wanted to send in your frame in our opticians can tighten up the fit for you at no cost. Were there any other sunglasses you were interested in?
I already have a pair of Oakley carbon shift prisms but wanted to bring my old Juliet’s back to life for when I’m doing yard work or other things that could damage or scratch my carbon shifts.
We completely understand Chris. If you are ever in the market for new shades please let us know and we will be happy to help.
I only wear oakleys. I love when guys show up to work with fake glasses and say you can’t tell the difference.
Yeah, nonsense.
Tq really nice video
Whats the abrasion like
I have 2 pcs and lost such expensive glasses..now going to purchase the next one..
Man, that guys must have done this commercial a hundred times
The Best Glasses made for safety and style been a loyal customer for over 35 years .Started with the Razor Blades and now to the flax 2.0 XL. .When you have had the best you don't want the rest. I only would ask if there is any way to put a reader in the bottom of the Oakley? I'm getting older and I'm always in the field trying to look at blue prints and that would be a great improvement for your loyal customers that are getting to the age that we need readers,but don't want to change the glasses we have grown to use on a daily basis?
Big Oakley fan, I have like 8 pairs different lenses, love them all!
Witch one does he have on
I just got one pair and got them because we're very well sold because of the quality. I really enjoyed the video since validates what I heard at the store. I then saw some videos about lens "pealing" which I think it's imposible considering the lenses are tinted before, it supposed not to be a sort of coating. Can you please validates this is the case? I've got the Holbrook prizm Ruby non polarized 3 N. Thanks.
I’ve got a set of Radar Paths with the polarized iridium lenses, the surface began peeling after about 2 years of use. Can’t see through the lenses now.
@@scenefromhere mine are still as new with daily usage (not in the last 3 month obviously)
What about scratch resistance??????
“We don’t have to do it, but we do know it’s beneficial”
That’s what makes Oakley special, they set their own standards beyond what the law requires.
why were those first glasses blurred out im a bit lost
They were blurred out in an effort to not put any other brands on blast. It's meant to be a display of Oakley's quality, but not bashing any other brands!
I may have what seems like a dumb question but does all this apply to their reading glasses also? Or just sun glasses? These glasses saved my husband's eye once before so I've experienced first hand how safe and durable they really are.
It would apply to prescription eyewear also, especially if you get the Oakley lenses!
I just was given a price for a pair of Oakley prescription sun glasses. $750 to $800 for all plastic glasses. Maybe $20 to $30 bucks worth of materials involved. Luxottica is a monopoly that is using people's dependency on glasses like some kind of drug dealer or pimp !
Which glasses are on his head?
Makes so much sense.
Proud to work for this company
I have had Oakley since late 80’s. Love them . Best on earth.
You have great taste!
neat presentation
damn, i was playing golf and i thought the pin was 150yds away. it was actually 148yds away!! fuck these glasses!!! -said no one... ever.
I started buying Oakley's when I used to mow yards. The debris (pebbles, sticks) from mowing and weadeating would sometimes come back at my eyes and Oakley's would stop them. Been buying them ever since
You gotta love how the proof is in the puddin', as they say!
Cheap polycarbonate lenses on budget glasses would do the same. But really if you're doing something like mowing lawns you would be better to use safety glasses rather than risk scratching your expensive Oakleys, but maybe you have money to burn. You bought Oakleys so maybe you do.
Oakley lenses are pretty badass, give them 3-5yrs though it flakes out. got 5 different designs of Oakley, looking forward to changing all my lenses and wishing it's not flaking off on me in due time.
Jaycee Angcay get IKON replacement lenses for ur oakleys. can find them on amazon
Let us know!
Yup my Oakley's also flaked after a deep sea fishing trip, can't see the flaking when looking through the glasses but they look terrible
The same happened in my lenses! I need to buy another one, but not Oakley originals unfortunately!
Unfortunately, the film that goes over Oakley lenses can deteriorate. However, you should be able to buy replacement lenses pretty easily. The film deteriorates from bodily oils, grease, and other factors.
Would you not say that although the film coming off your lenses is a bummer, the fact that you have had your oakley's faithfully serving you for
five years is a well- made investment?
Hi guys slightly off topic here, but I love my Oakly Prizm trail lenses for normal trail mountain biking, but i want some goggles that have the same technology to ride downhill in the Alps. Does this exist and if not would the Prizm MX be the best alternative?
Thanks
We recommend checking out the Prizm Rose snow goggle lens. Below is the link to the review we did on the Rose lens while the team was in Mammoth with Oakley.
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this is so obvious that i's a sponsored commercial
...and as any ‘good’ commercial, they highlight the strengths of the product:
1. Optical Clarity, and
2. Impact Protection.
even with the takeover by Luxotica, ‘Oakley’ seems to keep the same standards.
I’m sold.
The product stands up mate take it first hand from me. I crashed in a pair and the frames and lenses did not break on impact
Frogskin and turbine rotor both prizm both polarized 1 in tungsten 1 in deep h20 blue
Love my Oakleys👍😎
I like Oakley sunglasses, but for beach and snow I prefer Vuarnet.
Does this go for all Oakley sunglasses?
It doesn't apply to every Oakley frame, no. You would be in good shape if you were looking to get one of their sport frames.
I love my radars ev path, and more seeing this video!! 😉 oakley 4ever!!
And ever!
Face planted the road in a cycling collision with a car.. Oakleys shielded my eyes and absorbed some of the impact along with helmet.
Crazy. I feel a lot better about the $175 I spent now!
Where are they made?
wow
i should consider Oakley as a substitute for my Gentle Monster which only has UV protection.
Is that any Oakley glasses? Or just this model
this video is why I choose to wear Oakley and have been wearing them most of my life but all the benefits behind their testing to make sure your eyes see clearly through their lenses and your eyes are protected if objects come flying at your eyes
A pair of $20 safety glasses or even cheap budget polycarbonate sunglasses would do the same. Oakley is not performing any miracles here.
does the impact safety also work for the radar ev pitch?
Absolutely. You have the same material and construction on the Radar line. They will be able to withstand their same standard of degree of impact.
Just ordered a pair of Oakley Prizm Holbrook Mix polarised sunglasses.
Does this test apply only for this model of Oakley. Or are all Oakley's laser precise
All of Oakley's glasses are going to give your their HDO (high definition optics), so they are all laser precise!
So, is Oakley the only glasses that don’t damage your eyes???
i have two Oakley's sunglasses and i'm satisfied i have Ray ban and Carrera. but my dream sunglasses is Mykita.
Moulting Lens Test?
I have an old pair of (4+1)2. They are 8 yrs old. Best I've ever had but the lens are flaking. I also have another set without the model name of them is not on the glasses they look similar to the Straight Jackets. but they are 10yrs old just now starting to flake.
Can I go to an Oakley store and get my precscription done in Oakley frames while I wait?
That is not a service that Oakley offers. The Oakley lab is in Southern California. The majority of Oakley retail stores, if any at all, do not offer any prescription lens services. You will almost certainly need to take those frames to an Oakley prescription dealer.
The good news is that we can help with that! Give us a call anytime! 888-831-5817
I love Oakley's like anyone else. problem is I work construction as a second Job, so I buy the Foakleys
Been wearing Oakleys exclusively Since the first Frogskins in the early 80"s This guy knows his stuff, I just tried buying fake replacement lenses for my Jupiters and Mainlinks and I Done with that now