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I've had mine since 98, and the serial number is 001941, so I consider myself pretty lucky. I really doubt that this will change anyone's mind as to why one would want these, but for me they are essential. Any way this is my official review of the Juliets. First of all who makes a titanium alloy frame, second these things literally have a suspension system that allows the frame not only a comfortable yet firm fit, but adjusts itself appropriately to your face while maintaining its rigid form. The earstems just make you think "I wonder how they came up with this". They stand apart from others, but they are not outlandish. At any rate indestructable frames do not mean indestructable lenses. Yes they are better than most as far as impact resistance is concerned and when it comes down to it that is definately more important than scratch resistance. I'm not saying that getting a scratch is unavoidable, I'm saying even the uttmost care does not insure a perfect lense. Getting a scratch on these lenses is heart-breaking. So much so that when you do get a smudge it's like having a rock in your shoe, you just have to get rid of it! The only beef I have with this and every other O lense is that they do scratch much easier than I care for. As a matter of fact the polarized lenses give one the feeling of "Gosh I can actually see better, clearer, and with better definition with these than with the naked eye" This leads to an almost obsessive need to keep these clean and oil free. Like all of Oakley's products the clarity of the lenses is unsurpassed. The product becomes more than what it is functionally designed to be. Not as a status symbol, not as a means of keeping up with the Jones, but as something intrisically special in its own right. One that the individual takes pride in owning. In my opinion few things transcend what I would consider your "day to day" product. On the other hand you care for it as if it is delicate as gold foil. On the one hand you're buying a frame that is strong and durable. The fact that X-metal frames are nearly imprevious to damage is definately a buying point, but ironically one who would spend that much money on a pair of shades really has no intention of putting these in a situation where they would be subject to damage. I think more than anything a good Oakley fanatic cares for his sunnies like one would care for fine jewelry. Our custom lenses are sold without returns, but if you are not pleased with the fit in your frame please contact customer service with details and photos and we will discuss a return on a case-by-case basis.OK This website needs another Juliet review like I need another hole in my head, but I just want to really quantify as best I can why I own these and will always measure every other pair of shades against these.įirst off I want to talk about the importance I assign to having a frame that is nearly indestructable. Our Optician crafts the lenses average sized to fully fit ALL X Metal frames however they aren't a 'perfect' fit for EVERY X Metal frame. When installed, these Juliet Ruby Iridium lenses may sit with a lens bevel edge showing in some places near the rim of the orbital channel. I have measured up to a 1/16" difference in the orbitals of some X Metal frames like the Juliet.Ĭustom fitting lenses to a variably-sized eyeglass frame is a difficult challenge. By way of this process each X Metal frame cast was varied in size and shape, even if the same model, by a very small amount. Oakley X Metal titanium sunglasses were manufactured by pouring molten liquid titanium metal in to casts to cure to solid metal form. Important Information About Custom Crafted Lenses Give your vintage X Metal sunglasses new life with these modern authentic Oakley lenses! The result is new Ruby Iridium lenses for your vintage Juliet X Metal frame! To deliver modern lenses for your vintage frames, we take new, authentic Oakley Plutonite™ lenses and cut them down to size in an optical lab using professional equipment. Sadly, Oakley ceased all manufacturing lenses sized for the X Metal line of sunglasses in 2013. Oakley Plutonite™ lenses featuring HDO High Definition Optics™ are simply the best lenses in the world and deserve to be in your Oakley X Metal sunglasses. Don't settle for aftermarket lenses that are manufactured thinner or have a lesser optical quality. Ruby Iridium lenses invoke striking colors of Red, Pink, Purple, Yellow, Gold & Orange to spectators but appear Blue in color to the wearer.ĭay in and day out your lenses protect the most sensitive part of your body - your eyes. Ruby Iridium eliminates 83% of ambient light and blocks 100% of UVA, UVB, and UVC light. A neutral, red base lens with a mirrored finish that's ideal in medium to bright light conditions.