Can you help identify 1990s frog skin…

[GreggyG]

Thank you, I'm trying to recreate/capture these for her as a present, not to wear but to reconnect with the 18yr I met 27yrs ago. It's a surprise idea and I'm trying to track a few options on ebay but my budget is very tight given these will not be used/worn, it's only a prop so to speak. You've been so helpful.

 

[GreggyG]

look at this one in Japan, these frames are "clear" but not like crystal clear and I'm thinking they are more like what she had but I can't find any other ones like these?
1st Gen .Oakley Frogskins Crystal/Violet Iridium Metal Hinges/Japan Generation | eBay

as opposed to these which I was going to try to get:
OAKLEY OO9013-H755 FROGSKINS Crystal/Violet Iridium Prizm Sunglasses 55mm w/Bag 888392454706 | eBay

I'm thinking the differences is polished clear vs crystal clear?

 

[MicahS]

Yes the old school clear frames had a slight blue hue to them that new ones do not. They were made of different plastic that took on that tint. You wont find anything like that in modern pairs.

Also finding a gen 1 or gen 2 in remotely wearable condition for cheap would be pretty hard. They broke easily after they became brittle and if they are in even decent shape a collector would probably pick them up.

 

[GreggyG]

Yes the old school clear frames had a slight blue hue to them that new ones do not. They were made of different plastic that took on that tint. You wont find anything like that in modern pairs.

Also finding a gen 1 or gen 2 in remotely wearable condition for cheap would be pretty hard. They broke easily after they became brittle and if they are in even decent shape a collector would probably pick them up.

yes, exactly, I remember them to have a blue hue. That's exactly what I need but I don't need them to be wearable, she doesn't want or need new glasses. This is for the nostalgia, and maybe even that won't matter to her because I'm more symbolic than she is, that's why I can't afford to invest much money in them. Thank you for letting me know about the color because I was going crazy trying to find them against my memory and photos.

 

[GreggyG]

Yes the old school clear frames had a slight blue hue to them that new ones do not. They were made of different plastic that took on that tint. You wont find anything like that in modern pairs.

Also finding a gen 1 or gen 2 in remotely wearable condition for cheap would be pretty hard. They broke easily after they became brittle and if they are in even decent shape a collector would probably pick them up.

it definitely looks like she had gen 2 with the clear/blue hue frames and the violet iridium lenses. Now if I could only find them for like $50. Needle in a haystack.

 

[OldSchoolLurker]

NEW Oakley Frogskins Clear Crystal polished Violet PRIZM Iridium Sunglass 9013H7 888392454706 | eBay

<p>NEW Oakley Frogskins Clear Crystal polished Violet PRIZM Iridium Sunglass 9013H7. </p><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><p>BRAND NEW SEALED 100% GENUINE NOT A COPY</p>

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You are best off getting one of these re-releases. They look very similar to the original and unless you are a degenerate that frequents this website you won't know the difference. Plus the newer frame material will be much more durable and the lens quality is superb.

 

[GreggyG]

Thank you, and by re-releases, you mean these "new" ones that have the polished clear frames?

 

[OldSchoolLurker]

Thank you, and be re-releases, you mean these "new" ones that have the polished clear frames?

Yes, those are the ones. They look great...I had the same pair you are referencing when I was a kid so I'm a big fan of that color combination as well. Their on my list to add to the collection but I'm way over the sunglasses budget for the year.

 

[GreggyG]

I understand, but I really want to find the old gen 2 clear frames with the blueish hue.

 

[OldSchoolLurker]

I completely understand, just trying to give you the best solution without spending a few hundred on a fragile pair of shades. As for finding a pair for $50 I wish you luck, you're talking to some true addicts/collectors here and if a vintage pair pops up for that price it isn't going to be around very long.

I believe these guys are both on here...maybe they'll cut you a deal. I think the color from the gen1-gen2 is very similar if not the same. Gen1 has metal hinges, that would be the most obvious difference.

oakley frogskin crystal clear w violet iridium lenses Gen 2 | eBay

<body><p>oakley frogskin crystal clear w violet iridium lenses. </p><br /><p>Complete box rare</p><p>Minor marks on lense</p></body>

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Oakley Frogskin Gen 1 Crystal Clear Sunglasses - Violet Iridium - VERY NICE | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Oakley Frogskin Gen 1 Crystal Clear Sunglasses - Violet Iridium - VERY NICE at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

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Oakley Frogskin Gen 1 Crystal Clear Sunglasses - Violet Iridium - MINT | eBay

For sale Oakley Frogskin Gen 1 in Crystal Clear with Violet Iridium Lenses. These sunglasses are 100% authentic and are in unbelievable condition. Hinges look and feel great. Bag - Very Nice!

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