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Smith Chemist Sunglasses - Polarized Sunglasses

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You don?t need a PhD to recognize the unbelievable visual clarity and throwback style of the Smith Chemist Polarized Sunglasses. These vintage shades feature handmade acetate frames and glare-crushing polarized nylon lenses for vision that?s as smart as it looks.

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Rating for this product: 5

Great Sunny

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
April 8, 2011

The Chemist is one of my favorite Smith glasses OF ALL TIME. I'd say I consistently wear this shade more than any other. I even toured in it all season-- worked well for that because they didn't fog as easily as a shade that shapes more to the curvature of your face. These look sweet on (totally classic look) and then they end up being a functional sunny too?... They're bitchin'

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Rating for this product: 4

Form over function

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
October 16, 2010

Smith is a sports sunglass company but these shades are good for driving and strutting around town, not fast paced action. They will slip off your head. That being said, they are really comfy with the spring loaded arms, the polarized lenses are crisp, and they are pretty trendy cool right now.

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What's going on with the studs on the front? They look a

What's going on with the studs on the front? They look a little flashy? Think I could just sharpie over them or something?

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May 26, 2011

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It's a design element. There are dozens of sunglasses that don't have them if you don't want them.

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May 27, 2011

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Rating for this product: 5

Classic

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
August 5, 2010

Classic style doesn't fade. Go with the black/polarized for a Johnny Cash or Bob Dylan thing or the crazy neons for 80's surf. The shades have a little give/spring in the temples which means they're comfortable and will fit a wide variety of face sizes. You can't go wrong with the Chemist.

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Rating for this product: 4

Great Sunglasses, Expensive

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January 11, 2012

These sunglasses look great, are durable, comfortable, and have great lenses. However, I'm not sure what makes any sunglasses worth more than $100. Ignoring the price these are great sunglasses. The lenses in mine have a slight blue tint, which somehow makes any day and any snow look prettier. Also, the lenses have popped out of mine when I've dropped them before which makes me wonder why Smith doesn't sell replacement lenses.

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Rating for this product: 5

Pretty Rockin Sunglasses

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July 23, 2011

These are some of the better glasses I have bought for the price. They look and feel great. Definitely made cruising around the beach. Pretty darn good lenses on them too. I took them while fishing and they did great.

They do not have a padded nose and tend to slip if your doing something very active. Also, if you have a smaller face - I would probably try to find something else

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Rating for this product: 5

Mental!

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June 14, 2011

When I first got them I was trying to figure out how they looked, but the lights weren't bright enough. So I asked my fashionista daughter and got a wicked stamp of approval.

As always, Smith comes through with divine craftsmanship, sick styling and a lifetime warranty. What's not to love. Scored the Stone Green off S&C for a steal (although you can find an older rendition @ departmentofgoods for a little less, one color.

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Rating for this product: 5

Dope!

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March 18, 2011

Got the Teal/Smoke ones and they rock! Classic old school look with all the new school features. Love the polarized lenses for driving and they will be great for the lake this summer. I have a larger head so they work and look great. Watch for them on sac and save yourself a few bucks.

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Rating for this product: 5

My favorite sunglasses

By: Backcountry.com Employee
June 28, 2010

Overall a great pair of sunglasses - my favorite to date. Style: a mix of retro Ray Ban style with a bit of a modern touch. Fit: I have an average to smaller sized face and these glasses fit me perfectly. Comfort: Average weight, very comfortable nose bridge and no pressure on ears/side of head. Would be a bit challenging to wear while playing sports as they tend to slide about a centimeter down my nose when looking down to play golf. Lens quality: Excellent - very clear. My brother commented on how nice the lenses were when he tried them on.
I would highly recommend theses sunglasses

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Great Sunny

5 star rating

By: Rachael Burks April 8, 2011

The Chemist is one of my favorite Smith glasses OF ALL TIME. I'd say I consistently wear this shade more than any other. I even toured in it all season-- more...

Form over function

4 star rating

By: Evan Stevens October 16, 2010

Smith is a sports sunglass company but these shades are good for driving and strutting around town, not fast paced action. They will slip off your head. more...

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Frame:
acetate 
Hinge:
stainless steel 
Interchangeable Lens:
no 
Polarized:
yes 
Nose Pads:
yes 
Recommended Use:
casual wear