Wiley X Saint Ballistic Tactical Sunglasses (ANSI Z87.1+ & MIL-PRF-32432)
Price range: $70.00 through $95.00
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Minimum PD for Prescription Lenses is 66mm
Description
The Saint is the Wiley X tactical sunglass that doesn’t immediately announce itself as tactical eyewear. Moderate wrap, balanced silhouette, military-grade ballistic certification on the lens — works at the range, the construction site, and the Saturday-afternoon BBQ. Sunglasses or prescription, FSA/HSA on the Rx version.
What the Wiley X tactical certification stack actually means
Three certifications get cited on the Saint: ANSI Z87.1+, MIL-PRF-32432(GL), and OSHA 1910.133. ANSI Z87+ is the high-velocity industrial impact rating — a quarter-inch ball at 102 mph across 20 zones. MIL-PRF-32432(GL) is the US military performance spec for ground-troop spectacle eyewear — a heavier, faster T37 projectile test, the standard for protective eyewear in deployed environments. OSHA 1910.133 is the federal industrial PPE regulation that the Saint clears with the included side-shield module attached. The combination is what makes one frame compliant from the lab to the live-fire range to the construction site.
Why the silhouette matters as much as the certification
Wiley X has built more aggressive frames than the Saint — the JAKL and the Saber Advanced sit further down the tactical-aesthetic axis. The Saint exists in the line specifically because some buyers need military-grade certification in a frame that doesn’t broadcast it. The wrap is moderate. The temple is slim. The silhouette reads as a normal pair of sunglasses to anyone who isn’t specifically looking for the Wiley X profile. That gives you a frame you can wear off-shift without the conversation. The certification is still on the lens — it’s just not in the styling.
The two order paths — sunglasses or Rx
At the variant selector, choose Sunglasses or Prescription. The sunglasses version ships with Selenite polycarbonate in smoke-grey or polarized smoke as the standard tints; contrast tints (light-rust, vermillion) are available at extra cost. The prescription version takes a ground-in script directly into the lens — no insert is needed because the Saint’s lens curvature is moderate enough to support a clean Rx pour. Polycarbonate covers most working-adult prescriptions; high-index 1.67 is available for stronger Rx. FSA and HSA eligibility applies only to the prescription configuration.
- Exceptional Styling
- Interchangeable Lenses
- Superior Safety Standards
- Protective Storage Case
- Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
- Nose Piece
- Leash Cord
- Instruction Card
- Shatterproof Selenite™ Polycarbonate Lenses meeting MIL-PRF-32432(GL) Ballistic Standards, ANSI Z87.1-2010 High Velocity and Mass Impact Standards, and EN 166 S
- 100% UVA/UVB Protection with Distortion-Free Clarity
- Wiley X FILTER 8™ Polarized Lenses for Glare Reduction
- T-Shell™ Lens Coating Resists Scratching
- Double-Injected Temples and Nose Bridge for a Secure Fit
- Various Lens Options for Different Light Conditions
- Color Options: Matte Black frame with Captivate™ Grey, Grey Lens / Matte Black Frame, Grey/Clear Lens-Matte Black Frame, Grey/Clear/Rust-Matte Black Frame
- Activity: Ideal for Hunting, Baseball, Driving, Hiking, Shooting, and Tactical Use
- Brand: Wiley X
- Frame Material: Plastic
- Frame Shape: Rectangle
- Gender: Men
- Prescription: Yes
- Product Type: Safety Glasses, Sunglasses
- Rim: Half Rim
- Temple Type: Straight
- Collection: Wiley X Prescription Sunglasses
- Face Shape: Suitable for Heart, Oval, and Round Faces
- Frame Color: Matte Black
- Frame Size: Available in Small and Medium
- Product Color: Black
- Certification: ANSI Z87.1, Ballistic (MILspec), EN 166
Additional information
| Product Type | Safety Glasses, Sunglasses |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wiley X |
| Frame Material | Plastic |
| Frame Shape | Rectangle |
| Gender | Mens |
| Prescription | Yes |
| Rim | Half Rim |
| Temple Type | Straight |
| Collection | Wiley X Prescription Sunglasses |
| Face Shape | Heart, Oval, Round |
| Frame Color | Black |
| Frame Size | Small, Medium |
| Product Color | Black |
| Certification | ANSI Z87.1, ANSI Z87+, EN 166, MIL-PRF-32432 (Ballistic) |
| Features | Rubber Temples, Shatterproof, UV Protection |
| Activity | Hunting, Baseball, Driving, Hiking, Shooting, Tactical |
Product Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
What does MIL-PRF-32432(GL) actually cover, and why is it on the Saint?
MIL-PRF-32432 is the US military performance specification for protective eyewear. The (GL) designation specifically covers spectacle (eyeglass) form factors used by ground troops. The test fires a 0.15-caliber, 5.8-grain T37 projectile at 640 feet per second across multiple impact zones — substantially heavier and faster than the ANSI Z87+ ball test. Wiley X carries this certification on its tactical line because the brand was built around military supply contracts. For civilian buyers, MIL-PRF is the highest readily available protection rating you can buy without going to specialty ballistic eyewear.
Is the Saint OSHA 1910.133 compliant?
Yes. Wiley X explicitly cites OSHA 1910.133(b)(1)(1) compliance on the Saint, which is the section of the federal regulation that requires impact-rated eye protection for industrial work. With the included side-shield protection module attached, the Saint clears OSHA’s lateral-protection requirement as well. That makes it one of the few tactical-style frames that’s also drop-in compliant for industrial PPE programs without configuration changes.
Sunglasses or Rx — which configuration should I order?
Both ship from the same listing. For sunglasses, the Saint runs Selenite polycarbonate in smoke-grey (daylight default), polarized smoke (driving / water), or a contrast tint at extra cost. For prescription, choose the Rx variant at the variant selector — the Saint takes a ground-in prescription cut directly into the lens (no insert needed because the lens curvature is moderate enough to support an Rx pour). FSA/HSA eligibility kicks in only on the prescription configuration.
How does the Saint compare to the JAKL and Saber Advanced?
The Saint is the most balanced silhouette in the Wiley X tactical lineup — a moderate wraparound that reads as a normal pair of sunglasses off the range, but carries the full ballistic spec on the lens. The JAKL is more aggressively cut for peripheral coverage and uses an interchangeable lens system. The Saber Advanced is wider-fit and built around the changeable-lens kit. Pick the Saint if you want a tactical-grade certification in a frame people don’t immediately read as tactical eyewear.
Will the Rx version handle a strong prescription?
The Saint’s lens housing is shallower than the JAKL or Saber Advanced shields, which means it accepts a ground-in prescription more cleanly. Polycarbonate handles single-vision Rx to roughly +/-5.00 sphere with cylinder up to -2.50; high-index 1.67 takes you above that with controlled edge thickness. If your prescription is at the strong end and you want the Wiley X tactical aesthetic without compromising on optics, the Saint is a better starting point than the more aggressively curved Wiley X shields.
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