Sunglasses, Go Big Or Go Home?

[Eyefull]

During my two week stint in Ludington, my FishGilz glasses finally broke after two long seasons. I thought I would hit a few places in town and pick up a good quality pair of whatever brand glasses in the $70-90 range. I thought I would. What I found was the $150-200 Costa Del Mars, Maui Jim's, and Raybans. Also a great selection of $12-15 junk at most stores. Nothing between. What are you guys using that your happy with and is there any hope of finding quality in my targeted range? I know that the lens quality is definetly in the upper end glasses, but I also know that they aren't any more able to withstand me sitting on them than a $15 pair.

[cliftp]

During my two week stint in Ludington, my FishGilz glasses finally broke after two long seasons. I thought I would hit a few places in town and pick up a good quality pair of whatever brand glasses in the $70-90 range. I thought I would. What I found was the $150-200 Costa Del Mars, Maui Jim's, and Raybans. Also a great selection of $12-15 junk at most stores. Nothing between. What are you guys using that your happy with and is there any hope of finding quality in my targeted range? I know that the lens quality is definetly in the upper end glasses, but I also know that they aren't any more able to withstand me sitting on them than a $15 pair.

I broke down and bought the Costa's with the 580 glass. All I can say is what a difference. Only thing I wish I could have done different is to get the Bifocal glass. Yup, getting old.

[mattmishler]

Go big, once u get a good pair you will never go back, I got costa and love em.

[2UNREEL]

I have the costa Jose 580G's and love em. The blue mirror is great but the wife complains she can't tell if I'm looking at her or not!

[Boltman]

I have Muai Jims, and I've had them for oh 10 years now and I LOVE them.

[Jose]

I got a nice pair of electric brand sunglasses. They are in the $70-100 range. Another pair ive had was Von Zipper in that same range. Never had a polarized lens in the Zippers but they are quality made.

[GLF Mobile]

I have a pair of costas with 580 lenses(purchased them in 2009). Once you spend the BIG money on a pair of glasses, you will take care of them and they will last a long time. I purchased an expensive pair of Hobies in 1994, and they are still in GREAT shape!

[tangled mess]

Go big, once u get a good pair you will never go back, I got costa and love em.

You had a pair:lol::lol::lol:

[mattmishler]

You had a pair:lol::lol::lol:

hahahahahahahahah funny funny guy, it was just the lense, they will be hear shortly. i guess i should stop smashing my face into rod holders

[Nailer]

I have some Maui Jim's with glass lenses. They are great on the water, and land.

[Jose]

I have the costa Jose 580G's and love em. The blue mirror is great but the wife complains she can't tell if I'm looking at her or not!

Ive really considered buying those new Jose's they have, since well, its my nickname and all. How do they fit? are they smaller? I havent seen them in the store and would just be buying them online.

[Adam Bomb]

I loved my Costas till i sat on them and busted em. Gotta get another pair. The cheapies suck! Just like buying a scope, the more you spend the better the quality. My costas were the best glasses i ever wore. No head ache from the sun, you can see in the water...good stuff.

[Jose]

Well after doing some research I think I'm going to pull the trigger on some costas. Now I just gotta try and find an optical place that sells them and maybe i can get them under insurance!

[2UNREEL]

Ive really considered buying those new Jose's they have, since well, its my nickname and all. How do they fit? are they smaller? I havent seen them in the store and would just be buying them online.

I wouldnt say they are smaller. They fit fantastic and give a great field of view.

Adam Bomb.....Costa's will fix em if your fault for 12 bucks or if it's there fault for free for life... Atleaset that is what I remember reading.

[Fake Bait]

Love my Costas. I have bought two pairs of good sunglasses in my life. First pair lasted six years and I am on year four for the second. In between I went through countless cheap ones. I find I take better care of something I spent the extra dollars on and don't sit on them, lose them, etc.

[Eyefull]

Going to pick up a pair of Costas with the new 580 lenses. I have Cabelas gift cards and a 10% off card, so that takes the major sting out of them. Thanks for all the input.

[Fishwhisperer]

I tend to donate a pair to the water, if not two, every year. Thus I keep buying less expensive glasses. Polarized is a must for fishing.

[Adam Bomb]

I wouldnt say they are smaller. They fit fantastic and give a great field of view.

Adam Bomb.....Costa's will fix em if your fault for 12 bucks or if it's there fault for free for life... Atleaset that is what I remember reading.

Yep...if they have the parts. I had mine for many years and that model was discontinued and there were not parts available...so i was told.

[Eyefull]

Thanks for all the input.

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Products Ordered

1 of 71-1869 COSTA DEL MAR FATHOM POLARIZED SUNGLASSES AMBER 580 POLY BLACK FRAME @ $159.00 each

In stock-Approx delivery Mon 8/22

Should be stylin by Monday afternoon! Lets see how long it takes me to lose, crush, or have them stolen LOL.