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The Truth about Sunglasses

Randolph Sunglasses have become the sunglass of choice for many pilots.

Charton International in Christchurch distributes Randolph Sunglasses throughout New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific and Director Kelly Fisher says there are a few common questions asked worldwide.

Q. What lenses are the best for me?

A. Neutral gray lenses are the most common lenses worn by pilots, including the RNZAF and the US Airforce. This is because there is no colour distortion at all through gray lenses; they are 100% colour correct. However without adding any green tint the UV rating will only is about 98%.

AGX or gray/green lenses are very popular for those who are light sensitive or who prefer a darker lens. Tan lenses are a high contrast option worn by Glider pilots or those working, driving or flying in hazy conditions. These are an excellent option for winter driving.

Q. What about polarized glasses?

A. Polarized lenses are not aviation approved; this is because if two polarized surfaces are put together they will block out all light.

Polarization of the cockpit or instrument panel can cause dangerous visual black patches for a pilot who is wearing polarized lenses. Polarized sunglasses are excellent for fishing by diminishing the reflected light from the water surface.

Q. Do you have any wrap around styles?

A. The Randolph Raptor is the closest style we have to a Wrap. All Randolph lenses are glass rather than plastic and glass cannot be bent without distortion. Randolph Sunglasses are technical sunglasses built to Military Specification and the optical clarity of glass lenses is a priority.

Glass lenses are also more scratch resistant and will last a lifetime with proper care.

Q. Can I get my prescription put into my sunglasses?

A. Randolph can sell you a set of frames to get your optometrist to install your prescription lenses into. Randolph has a life time warranty on the solder joints on the frames and have a reputation for strong, engineered frames so it is worth the effort. Randolph Frames are a good price compared to high fashion frames.

A top pair of Randolph Sunglasses for Christmas is a practical and stylish gift idea that any aviation enthusiast will enjoy all year round.
Order online www.randolphsunglasses.co.nz or email with any more questions.

Dealers include:

Lowes Taffe and Boase Optometrists
Dominion road Auckland.
Pilot Accessories
North Shore Aero Club
Tritschler and Searle Optometrists Hereford Street Christchurch
Barrington Optometrists Barrington Mall Christchurch
King and Limbert
Optometrists Timaru