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Oakley Tangent Sunglasses - Polarized - 2008 BCS

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Tangent Sunglasses - Polarized
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The Oakley Tangent Polarized Sunglasses combine Oakley's precision optics with a fashionable flair that blurs the line between style and sport. The Tangent's Plutonite lenses block 100% of UV rays and feature a hydrophobic coating that repels dirt, moisture and skin oils, and an Iridium coating that balances the light passing through to your eyes. The fashionable and lightweight acetate frames feature integrated hinges, Oakley icons, and accents made with a C5 metal alloy.

Bottom Line: One pair of shades for style and sport.

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Rating for this product: 5

Bustin this Cherry

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May 25, 2009

So I ordered the black marble despite only finding reviews on oakley-review.com (4 reviews total all over the internet) I couldnt believe that some of oakley most expense plastic frames were crap. Anyway, these are Oaks top of the line lenses without being glass, polarized, hydrophobic, and a surface "that repels dirt, moisture and skin oils, and an Iridium coating that balances the light passing through to your eyes."

As for the look, these glasses in person are the combination of gascans and Von Zip snarks. Very nice smooth styling with some badass alloy badges and hardware. I gota say that if you have a medium to large sized face, Id give these a try. And dont be a shmuck and get the unpolarized because itd bitter down the deal.
Iv had the vr28 lenses on another set of glasses and like the dim it gave everything but the black iridium of the black marbles darken contrast while the polarized section equals out the exposure.

Honestly, I cant see why Im writing the first review. For the money.. I bought new on ebay and saved 100 bucks, BUT were it my only choice Id pick these up right here instead of getting another style for cheaper. They come with a sickass hardcase, an O sticker, and a burly microfiber cloth. Iv had issues with pads rubbing my nose the wrong way, leaving those damned cherry marks on the bridge. Not these, and I got a pretty fat dome piece if you know what a mean. Backcountry says they spec for medium sized heads and mine is 24 inches around and fit with only slight pressure behind the ears. No headaches, no cherry bridges, no glare..

A buddy of mine tried em on and said, "damn, these would make anyone look good"
what else is there to say..

Shades look dope
Shades operate dope
Shades are dope.. 5 stars, buy it dude

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Can a -1.50 OU RX perscription be installed into this frame.

Can a -1.50 OU RX perscription be installed into this frame. Also what base curve will be needed. Or do you make in house with poly carbonate transition lenses.

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October 7, 2008

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A -1.50 Rx is not too strong and should fit ok in this frame. An 8 base curve would fit best in the frame and a good optical shop should be able to make the Rx work. The Rx would optically be best on a 6 base curve which a good shop could probably make work in this frame as well.

By: Backcountry.com Employee
December 17, 2010

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Rating for this product: 5

go with them

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June 1, 2009

ive has these shades for almost a whole year now and the only word i can use to describe them is "legit". I wear them to work, at the beach, around town. Youre not gonna need another pair of shades after you perchase these.If you wanna be a cheap ass and buy a plastic pair of crap, go ahead you'll be like everyone else. But if you expect quality, then spend that little bit extra cash and get the tangent.These are one of a kind and are awesome. Oakley did a great job with these shades.

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2008 Model No Longer Available

We have a lot more Polarized Lifestyle Sunglasses than that

Polarized Lifestyle Sunglasses

Bustin this Cherry

5 star rating

By: BDelli May 25, 2009

So I ordered the black marble despite only finding reviews on oakley-review.com (4 reviews total all over the internet) I couldnt believe that some of more...

go with them

5 star rating

By: kevin June 1, 2009

ive has these shades for almost a whole year now and the only word i can use to describe them is "legit". I wear them to work, at the beach, more...

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Frame:
Acetate 
Hinge Type:
C5 alloy 
Lens:
Plutonite 
Interchangeable Lens:
No 
Polarized:
Yes 
Face Size:
Medium 
Case Type:
Hard 
Nose Pads:
Yes 
Arm Pads:
No 
Recommended Use:
Casual, biking, running 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime