Oakley Shovel Prescription Glasses

Constructed of ultra light, durable titanium
Custom “Mono Shock” spring hinge
Unobtainium ear socks for increased grip
Adjustable nose pads
Available in 2 sizes (53 or 55, see fitting guide for details)

Our View: Oakley Shovel prescription glasses combine a durable titanium frame with a "Mono Shock" spring hinge system. The result is a lightweight and comfortable frame that buries the competition! Choose custom build for Oakley lenses glazed at Oakley's European super lab.

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Oakley Shovel Prescription Glasses in Detail . . .

Unbelievably lightweight titanium is matched with Mono Shock hinge technology for true comfort, and if the size of ordinary frames puts the squeeze on you, you’ll be pleased to hear Oakley Shovel comes in an optional larger size. Oakley have increased the lens sizing as well, and combined with refined stem art, it’s an original look you can own.

Flexible hinges are nothing new, and most are nothing special. This is different. Oakley took inspiration from the leaf springs of performance racing machines and went to work with titanium alloys. That’s why the hinges of Oakley Shovel bring a whole new level of durability, flexibility, comfort and fit. There’s no constant inward pressure to make welts in your head. Soft earsocks of Unobtainium® do the job of keeping the frame securely in place while the Mono Shock hinges allow the stems to hyper-flex when necessary, so this frame can take the abuse of a life that goes places.

If you’re looking for PAL (progressive) lenses, the larger lens sizing is a perfect match. Choose Oakley Authentic Prescription Lenses and you’ll have a full selection of options, along with the premium clarity and protection you expect from a world leader in optical technology. Whatever lenses you choose, you’ll have a frame that doesn’t just beat the industry standards of comfort and cool. Shovel buries them!

Oakley is renowned for optical technology, and the company’s innovations in frame architecture have always been the gold standard for precision, performance, durability and design. The latest Oakley breakthrough is a hinge mechanism that comes in two forms: Mono Shock and Twin Shock, developed for Rx eyewear and sunglasses. Inspired by pro racing, the structures are similar to leaf springs used for shock absorption. Mono Shock has a single “tine” (a slender projecting part, like the tines of a fork) that bridges the frame and the ear stem. Twin Shock utilizes two. Here are the key benefits:

Durability:

The peerless architecture is sturdier than conventional hinges because no springs are used. Instead, the mechanism is a solid component that takes advantage of a durable yet lightweight alloy of titanium, a premium metal that resists corrosion.

Flexibility:

Oakley formulated the alloy to be flexible. When you push an ordinary frame stem even a subtle distance beyond its normal open position, you risk breaking the hinge. With Oakley’s new design, the stem simply springs back to where it should be.
Comfort and fit. There is no inward pressure when the frame stems are in their normal open position. Subtle flexibility of the entire frame accommodates a wide range of head sizes.

Distinctiveness:

This is a recognizable design feature, unique in its architecture and distinguishing in its simple beauty.

Oakley Shovel Prescription Glasses: Lens Tints

	Clear - Provides protection from dust and other foreign objects during sport activites. 93% Light Transmission - Cat. 0
	Persimmon - Low to medium light. Filters blue light to boost contrast and increase depth perception in a wide variety of conditions. 61% Light Transmission - Cat. 1
	VR28 - Flat to medium light. Filters blue light to increase contrast and improve depth perception in a wide variety of conditions. 28% Light Transmission - Cat. 2
	G30 - Sport performance lens for flat to medium light. Rose base with a subtle Iridium® coating to improve contrast and depth perception in blues and greens. Excellent for golf. 30% Light Transmission - Cat. 2
	Grey - Medium to bright light. Excellent all-purpose lens offering truer color perception in sunny conditions. 18% Light Transmission - Cat. 2
	Bronze - Medium to bright light. Excellent all-purpose lens with enhanced contrast for sunny conditions. 22% Light Transmission - Cat. 2
	VR28 Black Iridium - Medium to bright light. Filters blue light to increase contrast and improve depth perception in a wide variety of conditions. Features an Iridium® coating to diminish glare. 14% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Fire Iridium - Medium to bright light. Improves visual acuity. Features an Iridium® coating to further tune contrast and reduce glare. 16% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Black Iridium - Extremely bright light. Excellent all-purpose lens for sunny conditions. Offers truer color perception. Features an Iridium® coating to reduce glare. 10% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Ice Iridium - Extremely bright light. Neutral lens tint for truer color perception. Features an Iridium® coating to reduce glare. 10 Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Gold Iridium - Extremely bright light. Excellent all-purpose contrast-enhancing lens for sunny conditions. Features an Iridium® coating to reduce glare. 12% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Emerald Iridium - Medium to bright light. Neutral lens tint for truer color perception. Features an Iridium® coating to reduce glare. Excellent in hot, sunny conditions. 13% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	VR28 Polarised - Sport performance lens for medium to bright light. Cuts blinding glare while filtering blue light to increase contrast and improve depth perception in a wide variety of conditions. 16% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Gold Iridium Polarised - Extremely bright light. Excellent all-purpose contrast-enhancing lens for sunny conditions. Features an Iridium® coating for maximized glare reduction. 9% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Black Iridium Polarised - Extremely bright light. Comfortable lens tint that offers truer color perception. Features an Iridium® coating for maximized glare reduction. 9% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	VR28 Black Iridium Polarised - Sport performance lens for extremely bright light. Cuts blinding glare while filtering blue light to enhance visual acuity and improve depth perception. Features an Iridium® coating to further tune contrast. 10% Light transmission - Cat. 3
	Grey Polarised - Medium to bright light. Excellent all-purpose lens that cuts blinding glare while offering truer color perception. 17% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Ice Iridium Polarised - Extremely bright light. Features truer color perception with a highly reflective lens for maximized glare reduction. 9% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Bronze Polarised - Medium to bright light. Excellent all-purpose lens that cuts blinding glare while boosting contrast and depth perception. 18% Light Transmission - Cat. 3
	Grey Transitions - From indoor use to medium to bright light. Transition lens changes from clear to grey dependent on UV light conditions. Maintains true colour definition. 93% Light Transmission - Cat. 1 (Inactive) to 16% Light Transmission - Cat. 3 (Active)
	Brown Transitions - From indoor use to medium to bright light. Transition lens changes from clear to brown dependent on UV light conditions. Neutral transmission lens. 93% Light Transmission - Cat. 1 (Inactive) to 19% Light Transmission - Cat. 3 (Active)