Whether your Oakley prescription sunglasses lenses have gotten scratched or you want to try a different tint, here are a few tips for changing the lenses. Some sunglasses by Oakley are designed to accommodate interchangeable lenses, and new lenses can also extend the life of frames.
Oakley Sunglasses With Interchangeable Lenses
Some sunglasses styles by Oakley come with a change of lenses or you can buy compatible lenses separately. Here are a few popular Oakley frames that can accommodate interchangeable lenses:
Prescription-wearers should be aware that most sunglasses frames that allow for lens changes can only accommodate a single set of corrective lenses. It is also important to factor in the base curve, as putting high-Rx lenses in frames with a high base curve that have a wrap-around fit could result in distortion.
The best-selling Oakley Flak 2.0 XL sunglasses have an 8.75 base lens curvature, which could cause distortion when fitted with strong prescription lenses. Check to see if your favorite Oakley frames specify a range of compatible prescription strengths and select frames compatible with your fit and vision correction needs and lens preferences.
Switch Out Lenses for the Same Frame Style
To change the lenses in prescription sunglasses frames with or without interchangeable lens support, you will need lenses designed to fit the same frames. Make sure that any additional or replacement lenses you purchase are for the same make, model and size.
Unless frames have a friction fit or Oakley Switchlock™ technology, lens changes may not be as easy and may require assistance from an optical service. If your original lenses are still in good shape or you choose to purchase more lenses, you can prevent damage or loss by storing lenses in a protective case.
When To Change Oakley Prescription Sunglasses Lenses
Many sunglasses-wearers want more than one color of lens tint or finish for variable light levels. Amber and brown lenses enhance depth perception in bright conditions. Grey lenses allow for true color perception and are ideal for variable light levels. Green lenses maintain color accuracy in a wide range of lighting conditions. Oakley PRIZM™ lenses are available in these common tints and a variety of other shades.
Yellow lenses are the best tint for increasing clarity in low-light conditions, while pink or red lenses can increase visual depth and reduce eye strain in snowy conditions. Lenses of any tint color or finish can develop scratches, and polarized or mirrored coatings may degrade over time. Changing the lenses in sunglasses by Oakley can preserve visual acuity over the life of frames.
FAQs
Are Oakley lenses interchangeable across frames?
Always wear Oakley frames with lenses designed to fit the frame style. Some sunglasses that support interchangeable lenses are safety rated, but this rating only applies when frames are worn with compatible lenses. Select Oakley frames support easy lens changes. Eyewear services can also put new lenses in old frames.
How do I find sunglasses frames with interchangeable lenses?
One of the most popular sunglasses styles with interchangeable lenses are the Flak 2.0 XL Oakley sunglasses for men and Youth Flak XS Kids sunglasses. Oakley Jawbreaker frames also feature Switchlock™ technology for easy lens changes. Check product descriptions to see whether your favorite frames can support interchangeable lenses.
How do I get lenses that fit a pair of Oakley frames?
Select your preferred style of sunglasses by Oakley and customize lenses for your prescription. In addition to lenses in proprietary tints and treatments, you can also customize corrective lenses for sunglasses by this brand in your choice of tint colors and finishes. Some vision services install lenses in existing frames.
Can I change prescription sunglasses lenses?
It may not be possible to safely and reliably insert and remove more than one pair of prescription lenses in a sunglasses frame. Non-prescription interchangeable lenses can be worn over a carrier or optical docking station. Interchangeable corrective lenses can be an option for some prescription strengths or frame styles.
What colors of changeable Oakley lenses are available?
Most Oakley frames that support interchangeable lenses feature the brand’s proprietary Switchlock™ technology and PRIZM™ lenses. Lenses for low-light, road and snow environments are available for frame styles such as the Jawbreaker. Choose from PRIZM™ Black, Ruby, Sapphire and more lens tints for Oakley Flak frames and other sunglasses styles. Several styles of Oakley prescription sunglasses have interchangeable lenses. Look for sunglasses by Oakley with friction fit or Switchlock™ lenses to easily replace scratched lenses or switch lenses based on light levels.
