Extreme Exposure Lenses (Glacier)

Designed For Maximum Density And Protection In Environments Of Extreme Exposure

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Pro-Performance Lenses

 

Performance Lenses

Blue Tundra Pro-Performance Lens McKinley Pro-performance Lens Silver Frog Pro-performance lens     Sierra Performance Lens Malachite Performance Lens<
Blue Tundra McKinley Silver Frog   Sierra Malachite

Pro-Performance vs. Performance Series Lenses

Pro-Performance Lenses: These lenses offer a maximum of 92% light reduction; excellent for high-altitute expeditions, rock climbing, and ice climbing. Blue Tundra and Silver Frog lenses feature a flash mirror, pigment base, and back Anti-Reflective Coat. Glass McKinley lenses feature a hydrogen fired photochromic base and pigment back coat. These lenses show minimal fading or loss of protection

Performance Lenses: Darker than an average sunglass, at 88% visible light reduction, the Sierra #3 or Malachite #3 lenses offer good all around performance for everyday activities. They feature a color pigment base, back coat and a multi-layer anti-reflective back coat. Caution! Plastic versions or these lenses are prone to fading and loss of protection over time.

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Pro-Performance Series Lenses

Blue Tundra

Blue Tundra pro-performance lens<
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92-93% DENSITY (7-8% VLT) This filter is truly glacier dedicated. The amber pigment base is dense and comfortable, but still retains enough contrast to enhance visibility in hazier or overcast environments. Available in cr-39 resin and Endefin, single vision and multifocal/progressive.

McKinley

 

McKinley Pro-performance Lens
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Reaches 92-93% Density (7-8% VLT) This filter is photo chromic starting at 80% density in lower light conditions and transitioning to full glacier density in brighter cooler conditions. An excellent extreme exposure lens with some flexibility for other applications such as driving or more pedestrian activities. CAUTION! Extreme cold will also cause this lens to darken even when lighting conditions are low. Other versions of this lens are available for active sport applications. Available in cr-39 resin and glass, single vision and multifocal/progressive.

Silver Frog

Silver Frog Pro-performance Lens
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Silver Frog 92-93% Density (7-8% Vlt) This Filter Is Very Bright Light Dedicated, With Little Tolerance For Flatter Light Or Overcast Conditions. The Relative Neutral Character Of It’s Pigment Keeps Color Perception Truer. Better For Desert Applications Than Higher Altitude Applications. Available In Cr-39 Resin And Endefin, Single Vision And Multifocal/Progressive.


Performance Series Lenses

Sierra MGD

Sierra performance lens

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Sierra Mgd 88-89% Density (11-12% Vlt) The Sierra Is Considered A Marginal Glacier Density Lens, Fine For Alpine Exposure, But Marginally Protective For Extended High Altitude Use. Amber Base Offers Good Flexibility In Varying Lighting Conditions. This Filter Is Available In Both Polarized And Non-Polarized Versions. Polarized Is Not Recommended Where Accurate Judgment Of Surfaces And Terrain Are Critical, But Is Ideal For More Leisurely Hiking And Other Outdoor Activities

Malachite MGD

Malachite Performance Lens

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Malachite MGD 88-89% Density (11-12% Vlt) The Malachite Is Also A Marginal Glacier Density Lens, Identical To The Sierra, But With A Gray-Green Pigment Base Offering Truer Color Perception, But Less Forgiving In Hazier Or Lower Light Conditions. This Filter Is Also Available In Polarized Or Non-Polarized Versions. Polarized Is Not Recommended Where Accurate Judgment Of Surfaces And Terrain Are Critical, But Is Ideal For More Leisurely Hiking And Other Outdoor Activities.

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