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The Best Oakley Metal Frame Sunglasses for 2021

Top Oakley Metal Frame Sunglasses 2021

Most Oakleys today are made of O-Matter, the proprietary Nylon patented plastic-like material. We’ve already talked about how O-Matter is a lightweight and strong material in our complete guide here. However, if you prefer the look or feel of metal frames you’re still in luck. While you can’t find the super-strong X-Metal material in any current sunglasses. You can still find plenty of Oakleys made out of C-5 Alloy or stainless steel. Keep reading for the most popular Oakley metal frame sunglasses below!

Also be sure to check out our Top Oakley Sunglasses of 2021 for more great frames!

Holbrook Metal

The Holbrook Metal sunglasses take the classic Holbrook frame that we’ve already talked about before and added a stainless steel design. With a squared design, the Holbrook is a great frame for medium to large faces.

Highlights:

  • Lifestyle stainless steel frame design
  • Three-point fit with traditional eyeglasses style nose grips for comfort and grip throughout the day
  • Available with Prizm, Polarized, and Prescription lenses
Oakley Holbrook Metal Sunglasses
Oakley Holbrook Metal Sunglasses

Wire Tap 2.0

One of the most anticipated releases of 2021, we covered what you can expect from the Oakley Wire Tap 2.0 including a metal/wire frame. It looks like these glasses will be made of Oakley’s ultra lightweight C-5 metal alloy. Featuring Prizm lenses we’re definitely a fan of this updated design.

Highlights:

  • Half rimmed C-5 metal alloy frame with modern and updated design
  • Three-point fit with traditional eyeglasses style nose grips for comfort throughout the day
  • Unobtainium earsocks for added grip
  • Unique lens design available with Prizm and Polarized lenses
Oakley Wire Tap 2.0 Matte Black / Prizm Road
Matte Black / Prizm Road Oakley Wire Tap 2.0

Whisker

The Oakley Whisker is a classic wire frame design made of lightweight C-5 metal alloy. These sunglasses offer a full-rimmed frame compared to the Wire Tap 2.0’s half rim. However, they are still available with Prizm Polarized lenses offering the latest in Oakley lens technology.

Highlights:

  • Full rimmed C-5 metal alloy frame with classic design
  • Three-point fit with traditional eyeglasses style nose grips for comfort throughout the day
  • Unobtainium earsocks for added grip
  • Prizm and Prescription lenses available
Oakley Whisker with Prizm Lenses
Oakley Whisker with Prizm Lenses

Crosshair

The Oakley Crosshair features an aviator-style frame made of lightweight C-5 alloy metal. This is a great medium-sized frame and is available with contrast-enhancing Prizm lenses, in addition to polarized and prescription options.

Highlights:

  • Full rimmed C-5 metal alloy frame with aviator style design
  • Three-point fit with traditional eyeglasses style nose grips for comfort throughout the day
  • Unobtainium earsocks for added grip
  • Prizm, Polarized and Prescription lenses available
Oakley Crosshair Sunglasses with Prizm Polarized Lenses
Oakley Crosshair Sunglasses with Prizm Polarized Lenses

Gauge 8

The Gauge 8 takes combines the aviator style of the Crosshair with the squared design of the Holbrook. Featuring a lightweight C-5 alloy metal frame it’s available in two frame sizes perfect for medium to large faces.

Highlights:

  • Full rimmed C-5 metal alloy frame with classic/squared aviator style design
  • Three-point fit with traditional eyeglasses style nose grips for comfort throughout the day
  • Monoshock hinges for a firm grip without squeezing your head
  • Availble with Prizm, Polarized and Prescription lenses
Oakley Gauge 8 Sunglasses with Prizm Lenses
Oakley Gauge 8 Sunglasses with Prizm Lenses and C-5 Alloy Metal Frame

Square Wire

The Square Wire is a classic Oakley metal sunglasses frame offering a full-rimmed design made of C-5 alloy. The rectangular lenses combined with the sharp lines on the earstems give these classic a disruptive look up close. While the colorways for the Square Wire are limited, they are available with Prizm, Polarized, and prescription lenses.

Highlights:

  • Full rimmed C-5 metal alloy frame with classic rectangular lens design
  • Three-point fit with traditional eyeglasses style nose grips for comfort throughout the day
  • Unobtainium earsocks and crisp lines on the earstems design
  • Available with Prizm, Polarized and prescription lens options
Oakley Square Wire Sunglasses

Ejector

The Oakley Ejector sunglasses offer a modern frame design constructed of C-5 alloy metal. Similar to the Oakley Wire Tap 2.0, these bring a modern look to metal frames with a unique lens shape featuring Prizm, Polarized, and prescription lenses.

Highlights:

  • Full rimmed C-5 metal alloy frame with unique lens shape designed for medium faces
  • Three-point fit with traditional eyeglasses style nose grips for comfort throughout the day
  • Low profile Unobtainium earsocks with modern earstems design
  • Available with Prizm, Polarized, and prescription lens options
Oakley Ejector Sunglasses with C-5 Metal Frame in Satin Black
Oakley Ejector Sunglasses with C-5 Metal Frame in Satin Black

Savitar

Similar to the Wire Tap 2.0, the Oakley Savitar is expected to release later in 2021 (details in the link here). But we’re already excited. The unique lens design combined with the C-5 alloy metal frame and Prizm options offers a super clean, modern look.

Highlights:

  • Full rimmed C-5 metal alloy frame with unique hexagon lens design
  • Three-point fit with traditional eyeglasses style nose grips for comfort throughout the day
  • Available with Prizm, Polarized and prescription lens options
Oakley Savitar Matte Black Prizm Sapphire Sunglasses
Oakley Savitar Matte Black with Metal Frame

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Out of these offerings, the only one that interests me, due to me owning some already, are the Whisker in +Red/Ruby lens. Shocking, I realize!!!!!!!