Uvex by Honeywell Hypershock Safety Glasses, Black Frame with Blue Mirror Lens & Anti-Scratch Hardcoat (S2945)

I accidentally came across these after looking for replacement lenses for my Uvex Genesis. The Genesis are on the APEL list (Army Protective Eyewear List) while these Hypershocks are not. The eyewear on the APEL list (except for the Oakley M Frames) are generally heavy, bulky, insanely overpriced for what they are (Wiley X), or have lenses that are so thick that they distort the image slightly. However, the APEL list requires the qualified products to meet/exceed MIL-PRF-32432. I read this spec, and it includes the old impact protection MIL-PRF-31013 standard where they fire a simulated fragmentation pellet at about 560 ft/s. The kinetic energy of this pellet is about 16 joules. Z87.1-2010 and 2015 split the Z87 rating into non-impact/low-impact marked as "Z87", and the high-speed impact as "Z87+" but the kinetic energy from the Z87 0.25" pellet at 150 ft/s is roughly 1 joule. I found a few Youtube videos testing to the MIL-PRF-32432 impact test on gas station glasses, Z87+ rated sunglasses, and the military rated safety wear. The pellet punched right through the cheap glasses, shattered the lens and frame of the Z87+ rated glasses, and just made a small indent in the lens of the military eyewear (although I did see some spalling behind the lens which can be painful).Why did I post all of that above? The Hypershock is only Z87+ rated, so it can handle non-military use. UVEX advertises these as shooting glasses, and in a perfect world I'd agree. But sometimes stuff happens, and any fragments/shrapnel could exceed the kinetic energy of the Z87+ rating. The military chose their impact testing for a reason and it isn't a new spec as this impact testing clause for class 1 (safety glasses/sunglasses) has been around for a minimum of 22+ years. UVEX only makes 2 other military-grade eyewear, the Genesis and the XMF (actual military goggles). The old Genesis seems to have been superseded by the new Genesis XC. But the Genesis lenses are thick, very thick, just like the ESS Eyepro Crossbow and Oakley M Frames.The Hypershocks are by far the best safety glasses I have ever used. I loved my Genesis that I bought in 2007, but they are quite heavy at 33 grams and hurt my nose bridge after a few hours in the shop or while working on my car. From my experience, anything over 25 grams is "heavy" but I can work with 30 grams which is what the Hypershocks weigh. Oakley Detcords are 37 grams, and have less peripheral vision than these Hypershocks.The Hypershocks have great peripheral view - more so than the Oakley Detcords (which are their industrial ANSI Z87.1 compliant glasses although further digging shows they are supposed to meet MIL-PRF-32432). The ear stems are comfortable, and the lenses are very high quality. There's no distortion and the blue mirror provides great contrast along with sun/glare protection. I am really surprised at the quality of these Hypershocks at this price point. I'd say they are comparable or better than the Oakley Gas Can / Fuel Cell / Detcords at a fraction of the price. I am not one of those people that skimp out on eyewear. I pretty much have every Oakley frame there is, and routinely use them as part of my job as I get a good discount on them. I used to use M Frames a lot until the lenses cost too much when they'd get scratched during aggressive activities. Then I switched to ESS, and had one of their APEL gray lenses fog up permanently without any warranty replacement. I went back to my old 2007 Uvex Genesis as they are much cheaper to replace and work fine. I picked up an APEL Unit Issue Genesis kit with the gray lens, and like them, but these Hypershocks work well in all kinds of environments and I wouldn't hesitate to use them again. The full frame design does kind of get in the way but it isn't that bad and is "sleeker" than the Genesis/M-Frames.What awaits to be seen is the durability of the blue mirror lens coating. I plan to use the SCT-50 for shop use, but if they are too dark I will have to go to clear. I've read negative reviews of the Blue Mirror and SCT-50 on the Genesis, where operators experienced flaking of the coating after minor usage.Using these for over a week in the summer outdoors, the lenses aren't as dark as Oakley's Black Iridium Polarized, so if you're driving or facing the sun, these still allow for a lot of glare in that scenario. For normal situations outdoors, they are good. The Hypershocks don't ventilate very well, so it always feels sweaty/hot behind the Hypershocks.The gray smoke lens has a visible light transmission of about 11% according to my own testing. The blue mirror lens is 14.5%.I wore these outside at a picnic and someone snapped a picture of me. I saw how these Hypershocks really hugged my face, and looked as if they were custom fit. The Oakley Det Cords always felt like huge goggles that were attached to my face.Also for some reason, the Hypershocks have a very hollow sound when you plop them on a table. None of my Oakleys do this. It must be the material that Uvex used for the frame.

I've had these saftey sunglasses for several months now and I have to admit these are my to go to pair and one of the best glasses I have purchased to date. I have literally spent a few hundred dollars trying new brands and styles all the time and for the price you cannot beat these.Pros: minimal scratches, light weight and just the right amount of tint for outdoor use (maybe a little on the darker side)Cons: Light weight (I forget I'm wearing them sometimes, tent to fog up easily and somewhat flimsy (they actually "broke" one but I was able to snap the piece back in and continue to wear them/ still functional as pictured)Update: They doubled their prices from around $6 to $12... yikes what an eye gouge! No thanks... they were a good value but I'd rather go with Skullers at that price!!!

The lens scratch easy. They are comfortable and perfect shade.Amazon used to have a list where u could pick your frames and lens. No u have to go through 30 pages to find the one you like

was given 1 pair of the clear lensed Hyper Shocks for work (Industrial Engineer), and absolutely loved them. Of all the countless safety glasses I ever worn, these have been the only pair to never fog up on me. Plus they meet all the safety regulations for safety glasses while, so that's a huge benefit. They fit well, don't slip off your nose easy, and so comfortable you hardly feel them after a 14hr day. Bought these for the days I'm in the sun, and they work just perfectly for me. I will be sticking with this brand for the long haul.

I think i have a normal sized head but these feel a little tight on my face.

These are my go to sunglasses. They counter as safety glasses and still look great and filter Uv at the same time. I use them for work, torching, driving, equipment operations, farm work, riding, shooting, sports, basically everything. And when you happen to break a pair you’re not in the hole for $100+ every time. Wear them and live.

Bought these because a guy who is a lineman really liked them. I am tired of spending $$$ on Oakleys, only to scratch them or break them and then sweat about finding the money to buy another pair. These things are great. Solid and comfortable. They look good. Haven't broken or scratched a pair yet but if I do, they are only $10. They are comfortable and stay on my face even when I sweat. The places where they touch my nose and my ears are sort of rubbery for comfort. I feel like I should keep these a secret, they are so good.

Very Comfortable