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The Best Oakley Sunglasses with Clear Lenses | Review & Guide

Oakley clear lenses provide the same protection you expect from Oakley sunglasses on the field without the tint. And now you can buy a variety of frames with clear and photochromic lenses.

Keep reading for our full review of Oakley clear lenses and everything to know before you buy.

Are Oakleys available with Clear Lenses?

Let’s start with the basics, Yes, Oakley sunglasses are available with clear lenses.

And no, we’re not just talking about eyeglasses. Instead, Oakley offers its non-prescription sunglasses with clear and photochromic (transitions) lenses to protect your eyes.

Typically these lenses offer a 93% Visual Light Transmission (VLT) which means they block about 7% of light.

Why Wear Clear Lenses?

Clear Oakley sunglasses are designed to protect your eyes in low-light conditions or situations where tint isn’t needed.

And since all Oakley clear lenses are made of impact-resistant Plutonite material featuring High Definition Optics (HDO), your eyes are protected.

Many athletes prefer clear lenses for indoor sports and training like basketball or track and field. But these lenses are also useful to protect your eyes during DIY projects or manufacturing.

Clear Oakley Sunglasses
Oakley clear frame glasses provide a better experience thanks to superior optical clarity especially in bright lighting – Photo: eBay

Are Oakley Clear Lenses Safety Glasses?

Yes and no, Oakley offers clear safety glasses that meet or exceed ANSI Z87.1 impact resistance standards. But not all Oakley sunglasses with clear lenses are safety glasses.

That’s because in order to qualify as ANSI safety glasses both the frame and lenses must meet or exceed the impact resistance requirements.

You can read more including our top picks for Oakley safety glasses in our full guide here.

Do Oakley Clear Lenses Block the Sun?

Yes, in addition to impact resistance, Oakley clear lenses are made of Plutonite material that blocks 100% of UVA, UVB and UVC rays plus harmful blue light up to 400nm.

Clear Lens Benefits

  • Plutonite lenses meets or exceeds high mass and high velocity impact requirements of ANSI Z87.1
  • High Definition Optics technology filters 100% of UVA, UVB and UVC rays plus blue light up to 400nm
  • Available in standard clear and photochromic (transitions) lens options
Oakley Clear Glasses
Oakley’s clear lens collection includes several lightweight frames including the Fuel Cell pictured above – Photo: eBay

Our Review – Are They Worth It?

We tried out a pair of Oakley Fuel Cell glasses with clear lenses and had a great time. The frame itself is similar to the Gascan design but a bit larger. You can read our full Fuel Cell review here.

From first putting on our clear lenses, it was easy to forget we were even wearing them. This is likely because we’re used to wearing dark Oakley tints like Prizm Sapphire and Prizm Black.

But overall we really enjoyed the clear lenses, especially during household projects where it felt like we had an added layer of protection providing peace of mind.

At the end of the day, we’d recommend clear lenses for anyone needing safety glasses or eyewear protection for shooting, projects, or indoor sports.

The Best Oakleys with Clear Lenses

Radar EV Path

Oakley Radar EV Path with Clear Lenses

The Oakley Radar EV Path (Product Link) is one of the top sports frames thanks to its lightweight O matter frame and maximum coverage with a large single lens. Plus with clear lenses, the Radar EV Path provides maximum coverage for anything you can throw at it.

Radar Highlights

  • Lightweight O Matter frame material that’s flexible and durable
  • Available with clear-to-black photochromic lens that adjusts as it gets brighter
  • Unobtainium earsocks and nose pads for grip when wet and sweaty

EVZero Blades

Oakley EVZero Blades Clear Lens Glasses

With a more modern rimless design, the Oakley EVZero Blades are fashion meets performance. But with a large wrap lens and stress-resistant O-Matter frame, these sunglasses can still perform.

EVZero Blades Highlights

  • Plutonite Toric shield provides maximum covered and reduces glare while protecting your eyes
  • Rimless design is lightweight and durable for all day comfort
  • Unobtainium temples and nosepads provide grip so your sunglasses won’t slip off your face

M Frame 3.0 Industrial Safety Glasses

M Frame with Clear Lenses

If you’re looking for ANSI certified safety glasses, the Industrial M Frame 3.0 (Product Link) has you covered. These are one of the most popular frames amongst military and law enforcement because of their shield lens for maximum coverage and durable design. This frame is also a part of the Oakley Standard Issue program if you qualify.

Read more in our full Oakley M Frame review and guide.

Industrial M Frame 2.0 Highlights

  • Chemical resistant O-Matter frame and Plutonite lenses with HDO Optics for high mass impacts and high-velocity eye protection
  • Unobtainium nosepad for maximum grip even when wet or sweaty
  • Meets EN166 (EU) and ANSI Z87.1 (US) safety glasses standards

Fuel Cell

Oakley Fuel Cell with Clear Lenses

Oakley Fuel Cell sunglasses (Product Link) are one of the most popular performance lifestyle frames on the market. With a medium-large size rectangular design, they can easily be worn in almost any setting. If you’re looking for a less sporty design with clear lenses, the Fuel Cell frame is definitely worth a look.

Read more in our full Oakley Fuel Cell review and guide.

Fuel Cell Highlights

  • Lightweight O-Matter frame that is flexible and durable
  • Full rim rectangular lens shape design with twin toric lenses featuring HDO technology
  • Available with Oakley Prescription lenses

Flak 2.0 XL

Oakley Flak 2.0 Sunglasses with Clear Lenses

One of the most iconic sport Oakleys, the Flak 2.0 XL (Product Link) features a half-rim design with enhanced lens coverage. Plus the O-Matter frame and lightweight design make this frame comfortable for any activity.

Flak 2.0 XL Highlights

  • Sporty half-rim design with enhanced lens coverage thanks to XL lens design
  • Unobtainium nosepads and earsocks for grip during sports and activities
  • 8.75 Base Lens Geometry with HDO

Where to Buy Clear Lens Oakleys?

You can buy Oakley clear glasses with a variety of lenses including clear and photochromic options directly from Oakley or authorized retailers.

But if you’re looking to save on your purchase, you’ll want to search online. That’s because you can often find 30%+ off new Oakleys through sales or aftermarket dealers.

Oakley typically runs seasonal sales throughout the year where you can find up to 50% off Oakley site purchases. For more details, check out our complete guide including the full Oakley sales schedule.

Now, if you’re not looking to wait, you still have plenty of options to save through aftermarket sites like our Oakley Fourm Exchange or eBay. You can usually find 30%+ off new Oakleys through these sites, especially for the most popular frames like Frogksins, M Frames, and Fuel Cells.

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