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Maui Jim Wailea Sunglasses - Titanium Polarized - 2008 BCS

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Wailea Sunglasses - Titanium Polarized
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The Maui Jim Wailea is the pinnacle of Maui Jim's ultra-light sport designs. The Wailea is part of the Maui Jim Titanium Sport line of sunglasses. Fashioned from a strong, flexible beta-titanium alloy and combined with impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses, you won't even feel the weight of the Waileas on your face. Maui Jim's exclusive CLEARSHELL coating resists scratches and scuffs, and like all Jims, PolarizedPlus Technology eliminates glare and UV rays. A polarized lens' primary function is to reduce glare—that is, light reflected from a flat surface which greatly diminishes color and contrast. A body of water, a windshield, and even an asphalt road are all notorious producers of polarized light. Polarized lenses are most useful when trying to see through these reflecting surfaces, like when fishing, boating, or driving. Maui Jim sunglasses feature one of the most effective polarized lenses on the market. They are lightweight, tough, and very stylish.

Bottom Line: Style for Hollywood; sport for the dedicated outdoor freak.

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Rating for this product: 4

lens problem

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May 1, 2008

I LOVE MY SHADES
DON'T LIKE REPLACING LENZ BECAUSE SCREWS CAUSE BREAKS IN THEM

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can these glasses be made with perscription lens?

can these glasses be made with perscription lens?

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April 20, 2010

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Yes these are RX-able. RX lenses can be replaced through any optician who carries Maui Jim.

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April 30, 2010

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Rating for this product: 5

The Maui Jim Line Is Fashion, Quality and Trust

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March 9, 2009

March 5, 2009

First let me say that I was born in the year 1951. What does that have to do with my credility writiing a product review regarding Maui Jim Sunglasses-absolutely nothing. Even in the old television shows I wached as a child,77 Sunset Strip (Kooky Kooky Lend Me Your Comb) or Hawaian Eye with Connie Stevens as a teen star, evrybody wore "shades" as we called them. Whether you were Sal Mineo or myself in Upper Manhattan, Sunglasses representa fashin statement that does not rely on age, the weather or your locale. I know Maui Jim products for quite a while and I have always felt that the determination to achieve quality and reliability and at the same te to create that Jimmy Buffet on the houseboat feeling results in their winning sales records. I started by revealing my age basically to let you know that I have seen products come and go for a long time. Stay with a winner, Maui Jim and feel fashionable and luxurious. Jay Adler

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Love Maui Jims but unsure if these would work well as running

Love Maui Jims but unsure if these would work well as running glasses? I'm not thrilled about the 'running specific' style and am looking for something a bit more versitile but will stay on my head and endure 15 mile runs in the baking sun. Can anyone offer any insight? Thanks!

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January 20, 2010

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I think the Maui Jim Wailea would be excellent running glasses because they are super lightweight and the Ti temples/arms really hug the face, regardless of face size/width - like one review mentions below, they are so comfortable and lightweight that you might forget you're even wearing them.

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March 3, 2010

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Rating for this product: 5

The Maui Jim Line Is Fashion, Quality and Trust

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March 9, 2009

March 5, 2009

First let me say that I was born in the year 1951. What does that have to do with my credibility writing a product review regarding Maui Jim Sunglasses-absolutely nothing. Even in the old television shows I watched as a child,77 Sunset Strip (Kooky Kooky Lend Me Your Comb) or Hawaiian Eye with Connie Stevens as a teen star, everybody wore "shades" as we called them. Whether you were Sal Mineo or myself in Upper Manhattan, Sunglasses represent fashion statement that does not rely on age, the weather or your locale. I know Maui Jim products for quite a while and I have always felt that the determination to achieve quality and reliability and at the same time to create that Jimmy Buffet on the houseboat feeling results in their winning sales records. I started by revealing my age basically to let you know that I have seen products come and go for a long time. Stay with a winner, Maui Jim and feel fashionable and luxurious. Jay Adler

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Write your question here...What is the difference between the

Write your question here...What is the difference between the Wailea and the Kapalua glasses. Their appear to be one in the same..

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September 17, 2009

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Wailea is small fit and Kapalua is a medium size fit. There is also the Kaanapali which is the large version.

By: Backcountry.com Vendor Rep
November 19, 2009

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Write your answer here...Titanium polarized has a metalic finish on the outer surface of the lenses.

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September 18, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

Great shades

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July 7, 2005

These are the most comfortable and lightest glasses I've ever owned. In fact, I sometimes forget that I'm wearing them. Most glasses I've owned become uncomfortable after an hour or two, but these never bother me, even when I take them cycling for three or four hours. The lenses are quite nice and do a great job under many types of light conditions. The only minor problem I have with these glasses is the hard case. It doesn't seem very convenient and it's sometimes tricky to get the glasses in and out without getting your fingerprints all over the lenses. Also, my online order invoice indicated that a free cleaning kit came with the glasses, but I received no such kit. All in all, super comfortable glasses, great optics, but the case is a little cumbersome for me and I was disappointed to receive no cleaning kit for a $250 pair of shades.

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By: Backcountry.com Vendor Rep
November 19, 2009

All of the Maui Jims now come with a hard case and a cleaning cloth bag!

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Can the titanium be repaired when it just breaks?

Can the titanium be repaired when it just breaks?

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March 24, 2009

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Maui Jim will replace the temples (arms) for free forever! But they are made of titanium so it is very hard to break them.

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July 28, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

Like Nothing Else

By: Backcountry.com Alumni
July 18, 2005

These shades are incredible - you've got to wear 'em to believe 'em. The last guys must have missed out on a free gift, 'cause I wasn't expecting a cleaning kit. The Waileas are lighter than light, with high-quality polarized and scratch-resistant lenses, and are practically indestructible (except for those nose piece things). The single downside is that they are hard to put on with one hand - really, they're THAT cool. Oh, and I think the hard case works well and looks nice, to boot. Cinco estrellas!

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Item: MAU0019

2008 Model No Longer Available

We have a lot more Polarized Sport Sunglasses than that

Polarized Sport Sunglasses

lens problem

4 star rating

By: SPG2042192402 May 1, 2008

I LOVE MY SHADES
DON'T LIKE REPLACING LENZ BECAUSE SCREWS CAUSE BREAKS IN THEM more...

The Maui Jim Line Is Fashion, Quality and Trust

5 star rating

By: Jay Adler March 9, 2009

March 5, 2009

First let me say that I was born in the year 1951. What does that have to do with my credility writiing a product review regarding more...

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Frame:
titanium alloy 
Hinge:
hinge-less 
Lens:
polycarbonate 
Interchangeable Lens:
no 
Polarized:
yes 
Case Type:
hard 
Nose Pads:
yes, silicone 
Temple Pads:
yes, nylon 
Recommended Use:
sport, everyday wear 
Manufacturer Warranty:
2 years