Oakley Flak Jackets and Half Jackets

[13putty]

flak jackets xlj's or radars

[eyespy0099]

@13putty that all depends on what you will be using them for and fit

[playbaseball365]

what color were the ear socks on the first pair of your flak jacket

[eyespy0099]

@playbaseball365 that color is called slate which is a grey color

[playbaseball365]

@eyespy0099 thanks.they look really cool.i couldnt decide between that or the black or that color earsock.once again thankyou

[tasatasat]

No military unit I've seen get issued these, all we get issued is Revision...if we want Oakley's we buy them ourselves.

[RAPIDzSTEALTH]

im a baseball player so what lenses to

[RAPIDzSTEALTH]

Whick one would you prefer

[deadtomygirl1]

i am thinking of getting either one of these to reply my jackknife 3.0 glasses, that i use everyday and all day, as my normal glasses, is it possible to put perscription lenses in these frames?

[eyespy0099]

@deadtomygirl1 yes, both styles are prescription ready

[alexgagnon44]

he look alike jose bautista

[BuRnTmAsH]

Damn messed up my reply about the Ducatis. They're about 5-6 years old and I am not 100% sure but they look almost exactly like the Straight Jackets.

I have a photo but cannot post the link.

[mobius012]

Great video , thank you ! Picking up my first pair of Flak jacket xlj vr28 ... Just cans decide in frame color but that mat black is siiiiiiiick

[pshynerd]

Do we have photochromatic lenses for the Half Jacket ? I could not find them on the website.

[eyespy0099]

@pshynerd i know when they first started making photochromatic lenses they were available for the half jacket but i'm not sure if they are anymore. you might be better served calling oakley directly

[Smileyman7228]

A whiter Jose Bautista?

[besnikbaki]

Flak Jacket "simple" is a really good choose i think! Very nice looking sunglasses!

[samlape]

thank you so much! GREAT VID

[pshynerd]

Is there any difference in size between the two frames ?

[eyespy0099]

@pshynerd yes, the flak jacket is a wider frame

[pshynerd]

@eyespy0099 Thank you for replying :). Is Hydrophobic lens available only for Flak Jackets or Half jackets too ?

[eyespy0099]

@pshynerd the flak jackets are the only ones that come with the hydrophobic lenses. But oakley now sells the hydrophobic solution so you can add it to any lens

[pshynerd]

@eyespy0099 Thanks a lot for the information. Got myself a Half Jacket today.

[chonySASAKI]

@eyespy0099 aww.. my flaks are a little narrow for me.. if half jackets are narrower i might reconsider having one.. i love 'em!! quick question.. does the half jacket provide a secure fit as flaks are? im pretty psyched when i fell from my bike while mountain biking and knowing my flak jacket are still sticking in my face and knowing it was still in one piece....

[iamamicrowaveguy]

Since you own both models, just wondering if their lens are interchangeable? thx in advance

[eyespy0099]

@iamamicrowaveguy no the lenses are specific to each model

[SuperYankeez4life]

k thx becuz i just orderd all white half jackets with fire iridium lens and extra positive red iridium lenses, and i think they will be great! thanks for your quick reply.

[SuperYankeez4life]

are the ice iridium lenses for the half jacket see through?



[eyespy0099]

@SuperYankeez4life no

[Pokonoinoi]

Are there always hydrophobic lens for a flax jacket and asian fit?

[eyespy0099]

@Pokonoinoi yes

[ChrisPeifer98]

This video is great.. It convinced me to get some half jacket xljs. I love them

[billypritchard3]

do you think all white with fire lens would be a good combo for the flax jackets

[eyespy0099]

@billypritchard3 yes, i think the white will really make the fire lenses pop

[Copglock]

Hello sir!

i ordered flak jackets in black with black polarized lens just a few days ago. Do you find them good as "everyday"- sunglasses? i mean, will they look to sporty to be used as a everydaypair? also, i am a soon to be cop, you think these glasses will be a good "friend" on service, or would you recommend another pair? thanks for taking time to answer :)

[eyespy0099]

@Copglock i think the flak jackets will serve you well as everyday sunglasses and also when you become a cop. i don't think you would need to but another pair

[Copglock]

@eyespy0099 Thanks for your quick reply- i enjoy your videos!

[darmog]

Thanks for the review. Was up in the air in which to get for outdoor range sessions and tactical pistol classes. Looks like the Flak Jacket with XLJ lenses will fit the bill for me.

[m16mang]

Are the Flak Jackets larger than the Half? I mean, do the lenses cover more of your face? The Half Jackets are a bit too thin on my face, which makes my face look larger.

[eyespy0099]

@m16mang they will be a bit bigger

[1empyre]

I agree with you about the round legs on the Half Jacket. I really like them, but due to the thickness of the legs (especially near the temple) I get a headache every time I try and wear them with a helmet or aviation headset. I'm trying to figure out how much of an improvement the Flak Jacket would be...

[kenwtan]

Good job on the explanations, very professional! I will most likely go for the Flak with XLJ lens.

[oilersandguitars]

jose bautista?



[xJETS8888x]

@oilersandguitars i was thinking the same thing haha

[zChill101z]

I love my Half Jacket XLJ

[airborn65]

@eyespy009

I recently bought the asian fit flak jacket and i really loved them! however, i noticed that everytime i open/close it the hinges squeak. is this normal for a new flak jacket or should i put some lubrication like oil or something in the hinges?

[SuperKane08]

can i just ask..why do your lenses have the poalrized etched on the right (when wearing them) lens? its usually on the left lens

[eyespy0099]

@SuperKane08 it's on the left lens just like any other

[tenchufreak]

witch one is better for a round face.i use xlj and i wonder witch is better.flak or half jacket.again i ahve a kindav round face.skinny round cheeks

[metro2033fan]

will half jacket lenses fit on flak jackets?



[1empyre]

@metro2033fan no

[slapoutz]

do the flak jackets bend like the half jackets do?

[chmooney1232]

Which do you prefer? I am leaning towards flak jackets, but i may look into radars or some other type.

[EverythingisFire]

Great review, thanks! I was wondering myself which of the two frames I should get.

[dutchbb1979]

This video was very useful for me, thank you for taking the time to make these.

[Son1ze]

Dang! What's MLB homer king Jose Bautista doing reviewing Oakleys? Lol.

[klstrfr85]

hi i am from Germany and interested in the flak jacket. I found the flak jacket on ebay.com for a good price 260778394972 (auction number). Do you think its original for this low price?

[me2menow17]

why do you own two identical frames???

[eyespy0099]

@me2menow17 which frames are you reffering to?

[me2menow17]

@eyespy0099 you have two white flak jackets (that ive noticed)- the only difference is the lenses

[eyespy0099]

@me2menow17 no i have a white flak jacket and a white half jacket, same color frames but different models

[GreenbriarProd]

@eyespy0099 I think he meant around 2:55 with the regular and ice iridium lenses on the half jackets.

[nitroinhidro]

what Oakley sport glasses have the best glare or ribon that reflect the light

[TheLittleWorldofGaz]

How durable are the flak jackets? I just don't want to buy them and then accidentally brake them.

[eyespy0099]

@TheLittleWorldofGaz they are pretty durable. a lot of military, law enforcement and athletes wear them because of it

[spartansfan5]

can you put the xlj lenses on the normal on the half jacket

[eyespy0099]

@spartansfan5 yes

[spartansfan5]

@eyespy0099 I just bought the half jacket xlj si with three lenses as well as a black halfjacket xlj

[eyespy0099]

@KShade40 i would probably recommend fire iridium instead of ice

[KShade40]

are ice iriduim lenses good for baseball? what lenses are?

[fyebye24]

i play tennis and i am looking for a pair of glasses so i wanted to know should i go with radar or flak jacket??

[eyespy0099]

@fyebye24 i would say to go with what fits best out of the two. they are both sports specific so you can;t go wrong with either

[bballmandell]

do they stay put well when you put them on your head?

[eyespy0099]

@bballmandell yes, the rubber on the legs and nose help that

[smertz30]

@xxEdwardxx21 I too run sprints, the 200m and the 400m, and I wear my flak jackets when i race. they didnt move at all when i was running, so you dont have to worry about them falling off. also they are very comfortable and i didnt get any lightheaded feeling after the race.

[ActionMax09]

Good video, answered all my questions...

[pelon88114]

I am 12 years old and I plan on buying oakley sunglasses like the flak jacket. Do you think I can get clear lenses on them, and can I get the lenses specially made to polarize when in the sun? I plan to use them as full time glasses for every day use. Please reply. Thanks.

[eyespy0099]

@pelon88114 I think what you want is transition lenses. You can't have transition and polarized

[pelon88114]

@eyespy0099 Okay thanks a lot. I should be getting my oakleys in a few weeks.

[OptiXDream]

@eyespy0099 Hello, I've been looking at Oakleys for a little while, went and tried some on yesterday and I love the Flak Jackets, I am buying the XLJ with polarized Thursday I hope, yet I have always liked transiton lenses, do you know where I would be able to obtain just the g40 transition lenses for the FJ's? I won't be buying the lenses soon, but I would like some to put in later for just everyday in and out of places.

Thanks for any help //OptiX Dream

[eyespy0099]

@OptiXDream unfortunately oakley doesn't sell transition lenses as replacement lenses

[OptiXDream]

@eyespy0099 dang. thanks anyway!

[eyespy0099]

@xxEdwardxx21 you should get whichever fits better

[kani9000]

do u recommend half or flak jacket?is half jacket older than flak? pls reply

[eyespy0099]

@kani9000 it all depends on fit as far as whcih to go with and yes the half jacket is older than the flak jacket

[NiCk30493]

i am a lttle kid 13 what do u recomend plz reply

[eyespy0099]

@NiCk30493 xs fives, fives 4.0 or minutes 2.0

[grnblink416]

What do you think about the flak jackets for a larger face?

[eyespy0099]

@grnblink416 i think they would fit better than the half jackets. but i would probably recommend the XLJ lens

[mrbilldo4]

Is there much of a difference between pearl white and polished white?

[eyespy0099]

@mrbilldo4 the main difference is the pearl white has a bit of a sparkle to it

[mrbilldo4]

what color is the icon on the jet black/black iridium frames (not customized)? I can't tell if it is gunmetal or polished chrome. Thanks for the help,Great video.

[eyespy0099]

@mrbilldo4 it's a chrome icon

[eyespy0099]

@SunnyAZ92 yeah i mean that would give you two sports specific pairs but at least they would be different in style

[eyespy0099]

@SunnyAZ92 yes, they are very similar in look and in fit except for the fact that the straight jacket has the rubber on the ear and the nose and the hydrophobic coating on the lens

[eyespy0099]

@SunnyAZ92 well if not the flak jacket then i would definitely go with the monster dog for every day use and for many occasions.

[eyespy0099]

@SunnyAZ92 well if you are going to be doing active stuff I would stick with the Flak Jackets since they are the only sports specific model in the ones you mentioned.

[eyespy0099]

@SunnyAZ92 the glasses are assembles by pressure hence no metal hinges so they will all loosen up after a while

[GermanPotatoSoup]

What does MPH mean in terms of Oakley?

Have you done a comparison of Minute/XX/Unknowns?

Your reviews/presentations are great BTW.

[eyespy0099]

@GermanPotatoSoup i'm assuming it mean miles per hour but i'd have to see were you saw it at. i have not done a review of those styles because unfortunately i only own the XX. also since they are pretty much discontinued it would be difficult for people to find them.

[phlemdog]

I just got my SI Flak Jackets. They almost exclusively use the Grey lens because it is the least reflective. I'm looking foward to using sunglasses in the field that don't break after three days.

[eyespy0099]

@phlemdog awesome, definitely give us an update on how they hold up

[eyespy0099]

@2015justin well it all depends on if you need something sporty and a bit bigger like the flak jackets. They are very comfortable and I would say a great upgrade for the fives.

[eyespy0099]

@5679tk well the straight jacket is going to be more along the lines of the half and flak jackets in the sense that it's more of a sporty frame. I love the way the straight jackets fit. The oil rig is a nice fit too but it is definitely wider. if you need them for driving i would go with the straight jacket because the legs on the oil rig can sometimes block your perriferal.

[eyespy0099]

@5679tk both are great pair but i guess it all depends on what you are going to be using them for. the straight jacket is more of a sporty frame but can also be used for everyday depending on the color. the oil rig is more of a lifestyle frame but not good for sporty situations.

[eyespy0099]

@MrAndrew50 thank you

[edgedweapon88]

Great comparison of the two models. You do a great job of showing the differences and similarities! I am loving my Flak Jackets!! Keep up the great work man.

[eyespy0099]

@edgedweapon88 thanks for watching

[Shanester66]

Just copped a pair of Holbrooks clear/chrome...nice frame. Im still not 100% on the chrome lense though. Its a neutral lense and Im kinda used to a more contrasting lense or polarized. I might roll with a pair of Antix next. I was kinda diggin them too. Peace.

[eyespy0099]

@Shanester66 i like th shape of the antix, a bit big for my face but they look pretty sweet

[killjoy350]

do you have the oakley Ice Picks?or have you seen them their so cool.

[eyespy0099]

@killjoy350 i have seen them and they are pretty cool. I like how light weight they are and the fact that they are lifestyle frames but have the rubber so if you had to use them for slight sporty activities you could

[MrJimbofox]

Love them flak jackets! Great vid, dude.

[eyespy0099]

@MrJimbofox thanks man. not sure if you know this but edgeweapon88 is part of the flak club now lol

[MrJimbofox]

@eyespy0099 I saw! He's rocking the Live Strong edition! Be sure and look for a Flak Jacket team up in the next FMX (Force Multiplier) vid coming very soon!

[eyespy0099]

@MrJimbofox lol he actually jumped the gun. now he has two flak jackets. ask him about it

[MrJimbofox]

@eyespy0099 Hahaha, will do!

[JohnWayneColt45]

Excellent review bro.

I really dig those Matte black ones,,they look really nice.I like how they wrap around the eyes.

[eyespy0099]

@JohnWayneColt45 thanks for watching

[Bsblrook2]

good review, but man this just verified how ugly i find the jackets to be

[eyespy0099]

@Bsblrook2 that's ok, they are very sporty and not for everyone. that's why oakley has so many selections. Maybe you'll find something that will interest you and look good too lol

[Unknowngun101]

Another great review. Good Vid, Thumbs Up!

[eyespy0099]

@Unknowngun101 thank you

[LordRuckus]

Couldn't agree more. Standard half jackets with standard lenses for the sporty stuff, and the flack jackets with XLJ lenses for a more casual, all day pair of sunglasses. The flacks are more comfortable in the long run, but there is something to be said about the half jackets small tight profile. If you want an even smaller profile, go with the Asian fit.

[eyespy0099]

@LordRuckus i believe the asian fit is the same frame size, it's the nose pieces or the nose bridge that is actually larger

[silvertone4291]

eyespy, my man...another awsome video...i just pulled the trigger on a pair of flak jackets. i was considering installing a frame accessory kit, have you ever done that? i know how to do the earsock and nose piece, but i'm not sure about that middle piece...any suggestions as to the easiest plan of attack? haha

[eyespy0099]

@silvertone4291 great question. the easiest thing to do is remove the leg, like i did to the half jackets in the video. In essence you grasp the leg as if you were going to break it from the frame and twist. the leg should pop out of the frame and then you slide the rubber piece off. match it up to one of the new ones and slide it in. It might no go in as smoothly so you might have to twist it as you slide. then you just place the leg on its side into the frame and twist it back into place.

[silvertone4291]

@eyespy0099 oh wow...i had no idea...thanks a lot boss, that will defenatly save me a headache and a lot of frustration haha

[eyespy0099]

@silvertone4291 yeah, a lot of people have trouble figuring that one out. If you have an Oakley store near you, you can always take them in and have them do it if you don't feel comfortable. That way if they somehow break it then they have to replace it lol

[GunWebsites]

Great review, thanks for posting

Vid / sound quality was great

[eyespy0099]

@GunWebsites awesome, thanks for watching

[mmz77]

Great review!!! I am going to the store Tuesday and I think I am going to try the Flak Jackets first!

[eyespy0099]

@mmz77 great choice but make sure you just don't go by look, make sure they fit comfortable as well

[metalhead2508]

@mmz77 I have had a pair of Flaks for 2 yrs now. I love them and I never go anywhere without them. I wear them everyday and they have some wear on them, but they are definitely quality sunglasses. You will love them!

[eyespy0099]

@lookin4memarbles sorry, i wish you could too cause everyone should own a pair lol

[evankoeve]

Great vid! Really want a pair of Flak Jackets! they look sweet

[eyespy0099]

@evankoeve they are awesome. I posted a response on the other video to your question.

[lucaslkb]

first

[eyespy0099]

@lucaslkb lol