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HALF WIRE 2.0 Light/Black Iridium (05-743)

HALF WIRE 2.0 Light/Black Iridium (05-743)

HALF WIRE 2.0 Sunglasses Imagine hitting a dangerous curve at 186,000 miles per second. With ordinary lenses, that’s what light has to deal with, and the rays skid off in directions that cause visual distortion. So when we make a frame with this much curvature, we use HIGH DEFINITION OPTICS® (HDO®) to achieve the best clarity under the sun. All that contouring maximizes peripheral vision and side protection against sun, wind and impact. We let science work the angles so the art can throw a curve at the world’s flat idea of style. Lightweight C-5™ alloy is combined with custom-engineered spring hinges to optimize comfort, and 3-D digital sculpturing puts the look in a category of its own. The open-edge lenses offer an unobstructed downward view while filtering out 100% of all UV. Our renowned Three-Point Fit keeps the lenses in precise optical alignment. UNOBTAINIUM® stem sleeves maintain a supple grip, and sweat only makes them grip better. Choose an optional IRIDIUM® lens coating to balance light transmission, or get HALF WIRE™ 2.0 sunglasses with the best polarized optics in the industry. If you need prescription correction, no worries. Ultra-lightweight hi-modulus C-5™ frame material Custom engineered spring hinge mechanisms for added comfort Optimized peripheral vision and side protection of 8.75 base lens curvature Performance advantage of open edge lens design Comfort and performance of Three-Point Fit that holds lenses in precise optical alignment Optical precision and performance that meets all ANSI Z80.3 standards Impact resistance that meets all ANSI Z80.3 standards UV protection of Plutonite® lens material that filters out 100% of UVA/UVB/UVC & harmful blue light Glare reduction and tuned light transmission of Iridium® lens coating (optional) Prescription ready (+2.00 through -3.00 combined power) Patented hydrophilic Unobtanium® earsocks ensure a snug, secure fit

Average Customer Rating: 4.4 5 4.4 out of 5
4 of 5 (80%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for HALF WIRE 2.0 Light/Black Iridium (05-743)

Overall 4 5 4 5
Performance 4 5 4 5
Durability 5 5 5 5
Style 4 5 4 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 4 7 large Just Right
Product Weight: 3 7 Heavy Light
rope
Location: Weatherford, Ok
I use this product for: Everyday activity
I have used this product for: Over a year
I use it: Aggressively
My face is: On Par
durability
Date: November 5, 2009
Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Optimal clarity, No glare

I probably shouldn't but i wear this pair of sunglasses to do everything. They have seen the rough side of the world and are still in great shape. They have been dropped numerous times and the frame has still kept its shape perfectly every time. I give major props to Oakley on the fire iridium lens also, they have saved my eye sight many times not only from the sun but from flying debree. They have been hit many times and only have minor scratches. The lens are pretty good from the outdoor to indoor transition also. The ear socks are the only downfall of the halfwire they wore out within a year and a half of everyday use. Overall a great pair of shades.
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Review 2 for HALF WIRE 2.0 Light/Black Iridium (05-743)

Overall 3 5 3 5
Performance 5 5 5 5
Durability 2 5 2 5
Style 5 5 5 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 3 7 large Kind Of Snug
Product Weight: 3 7 Heavy Light
Beef
Location: Newnan, Ga
I use this product for: Other
I have used this product for: 6 months - 1 year
I use it: Average
My face is: It's A Big One
Best Oakley's yet....but
Date: October 24, 2009
Pros: Comfortable, No glare

Left side earpiece broke off in less than a year. Otherwise, very happy with the sunglasses and I am sure that Oakley will do the honorable thing and replace the frame on my 2.0's
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Review 3 for HALF WIRE 2.0 Light/Black Iridium (05-743)

Overall 5 5 5 5
Performance 5 5 5 5
Durability 1 5 1 5
Style 5 5 5 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 6 7 large Rattles Around
Product Weight: 3 7 Heavy Light
Spud

I use this product for: Driving
I have used this product for: 6 months - 1 year
I use it: Average
Broken
Date: September 23, 2009
Pros: Comfortable, Optimal clarity, No glare

They fell apart in less than a year. I expected more for 175 dollars. Would someone tell me how to get replacement parts?
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Review 4 for HALF WIRE 2.0 Light/Black Iridium (05-743)

Overall 5 5 5 5
Performance 4 5 4 5
Durability 4 5 4 5
Style 5 5 5 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 4 7 large Just Right
Product Weight: 3 7 Heavy Light
newbee
Location: London
I use this product for: Other
I have used this product for: Less than a month
I use it: Average
My face is: On Par
Half wire
Date: July 8, 2009
Pros: Comfortable, Optimal clarity, No glare

Great product, live's up to the oakley reputation, great style.
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Review 5 for HALF WIRE 2.0 Light/Black Iridium (05-743)

Overall 5 5 5 5
Performance 5 5 5 5
Durability 5 5 5 5
Style 5 5 5 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 4 7 large Just Right
Product Weight: 3 7 Heavy Light
OakleyCopilotBob
Location: Mansfield, Ohio
I use this product for: Everyday activity
I have used this product for: Over a year
I use it: Average
My face is: On Par
Top 10 Contributor Top 10 Contributor
Factory Co-Pilot Factory Co-Pilot
Great everyday product
Date: May 13, 2009
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Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Optimal clarity, No glare

The Half Wires are a must have in your High Definition Optics arsenal. With the spring hinge, they are always the right fit and during the time away from the sun's Thermonuclear furnace, they go on your head without the worry of spreading the frames. These are everyday sunglasses with the Oakley style that everyone will notice!
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