Aloha! This is the guide to Maui Jim’s SuperThin Glass lenses. Whether you’re a long-time enthusiast of the island brand or simply wondering what the inside scoop is on the ultra-lightweight glass lenses, you’ve landed in the right place.
The Complete Guide to Maui Jim SuperThin Glass
A. Are Maui Jim SuperThin lenses polarized?
B. What is Maui Jim SuperThin Glass?
C. Maui Jim Glass vs Plastic
D. Why you should choose Maui Jim’s SuperThin Glass
E. Why Maui Jim’s SuperThin Glass might not be for you
F. Which Lenses are made of Glass?
G. Which frames have SuperThin Glass?
H. Ordering Maui Jim Sunglasses in SuperThin Glass Online with SportRx
Are Maui Jim SuperThin lenses polarized?
If you haven’t heard of Maui Jim’s PolarizedPlus2® lens technology, we need to get you up to speed! All Maui Jim lenses come with patented PolarizedPlus2® lens tech, which means absolutely no harmful UV rays are getting through. This means that harsh glare from reflective surfaces such as the ocean or windshields won't be an issue. The quality of your vision will be vibrant, clear, and strain-free. Add Maui Jim SuperThin Glass lenses into that equation and we're talking the absolute best optics. In short, no matter what lens material, color, or mirror you go with, all Maui Jim sunglasses are polarized.
What is Maui Jim SuperThin Glass?
In terms of clarity, nothing on the market can top what glass lenses have to offer. They’re simply the best. However, there are a few drawbacks to glass lenses versus other materials, so let’s walk through the pros and cons of glass lenses and why they may or may not be right for you.
Maui Jim Glass vs Plastic
When comparing Maui Jim SuperThin glass lenses to Maui’s plastic lens options, the major thing to keep in mind is the difference in optics. Maui Jim focuses on their lens' Abbe values. The higher the abbe value, the better the clarity. With an Abbe value of 58, Maui Jim glass lenses are high on the clarity spectrum. Polycarbonate sits at a 30 Abbe value. Also available are proprietary Maui Jim plastic lenses that range in Abbe values of 43 to 56. Because of the first-rate clarity of Maui Jim glass lenses, they come at a heftier price. Plastic lenses cost less with polycarbonate positioned for entry-level pricing.
For those with active lifestyles, another thing to note is the differences in impact resistance. Plastic lenses have higher impact-resistance than glass, and each Maui Jim plastic lens material varies in resilience. Learn more with our Maui Jim Buyer's Guide!
Why you should choose Maui Jim’s SuperThin Glass
- Weight: Maui Jim’s SuperThin Glass lenses are 20% thinner and lighter than standard laminated glass. Regarding glass lenses, this is about as light as it'll get.
- Vision: SuperThin lenses are going to offer Maui Jim’s best optical clarity. If you’ve looked through other Maui Jim lenses and been amazed at the vibrant color and definition, SuperThin Glass will take that to another level.
- Durability: Because glass surfaces are so much harder than any plastic or composite material, glass remains the best lens regarding scratch resistance.
- Performance: If you spend your free time doing activities like fishing, you need lenses that repel water and oil, and give you the contrast you need to see fine details. SuperThin glass checks all of these boxes and might be the secret weapon for catching the big one.
Why Maui Jim’s SuperThin Glass might not be for you
- Weight: Even being 20% thinner than the standard glass lens, SuperThin glass is still Maui’s heaviest lens option. If you don’t like weighty frames on your face all day, these might not be for you.
- Impact Resistance: Regarding lens material, you need to ask yourself what you’ll be doing while wearing your new Maui Jim sunglasses. Glass lenses are always going to be less impact resistant than other materials. If you’re planning on playing beach volleyball, you should maybe consider a different material such as Maui Brilliant or Maui Pure. If the fishing example above sounds more like you, go with glass.
Which Lenses are made of glass?
Maui Jim offers five different lens materials. The only one that is made of glass is Maui Jim’s SuperThin Glass. You can find an abundance of Maui frames sporting SuperThin glass by simply searching "SuperThin" on the SportRx website.
Which frames have SuperThin Glass?
Maui Jim sunglasses each come with a specific lens material. This means that if you want SuperThin Glass lenses, you’ll have to choose a frame that comes with it. Fortunately, we have a large selection that includes many of Maui Jim's most popular frames.
Ordering Maui Jim Sunglasses in SuperThin Glass Online with SportRx
At SportRx, we understand the importance of eyewear. That's why we have helpful guides, like the buyers guide to Maui Jim Golf Sunglasses, tools throughout the customization process, and a team of friendly opticians ready to help, six days a week. Contact us and we’ll be happy to help you find the perfect Maui Jim sunglasses that will have you seeing clearly in no time.
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