{"id":1668,"date":"2022-06-03T07:42:37","date_gmt":"2022-06-03T11:42:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/?p=1668"},"modified":"2022-12-07T10:57:20","modified_gmt":"2022-12-07T15:57:20","slug":"oakley-kato-sunglasses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/","title":{"rendered":"Oakley Kato and Kato X Sunglasses | 6-Month Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p id=\"h-the-oakley-kato-sunglasses\">The Oakley Kato sunglasses are finally here, and we&#8217;ve got everything to know about this frame. Plus, keep reading for our complete Oakley Kato and Kato X review and find out why this is a marvel of optical design!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eabe2aed358\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eabe2aed358\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Background_and_Release\" >Background and Release<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Oakley_Kato_Sunglasses_Review\" >Oakley Kato Sunglasses Review<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Frame_and_Design\" >Frame and Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Adjustable_Rake\" >Adjustable Rake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Size_and_Dimensions\" >Size and Dimensions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Lens\" >Lens<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Oakley_Kato_X_Sunglasses_Review\" >Oakley Kato X Sunglasses Review<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Frame_and_Design-2\" >Frame and Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Size_and_Dimensions-2\" >Size and Dimensions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Lens-2\" >Lens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#What_colorways_are_available\" >What colorways are available?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Kato_vs_Kato_X_%E2%80%93_Which_Do_We_Recommend\" >Kato vs. Kato X &#8211; Which Do We Recommend?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Are_Kato_Replacement_Lenses_Available\" >Are Kato Replacement Lenses Available?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Are_Prescription_Kato_Lenses_Available\" >Are Prescription Kato Lenses Available?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Where_to_Buy_Oakley_Kato_and_Kato_X_Sunglasses\" >Where to Buy Oakley Kato and Kato X Sunglasses?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-sunglasses\/#Have_A_Question\" >Have A Question?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-background-and-release\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Background_and_Release\"><\/span>Background and Release <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Oakley Kato Sunglasses debuted during the 2020 Super Bowl on the face of now <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/patrick-mahomes-oakley-sunglasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MVP Patrick Mahomes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then in January 2020, we started hearing rumors of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oakley<\/a> Kato eyewear appearing on store shelves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, we saw the Kato Sunglasses appear on the SunglassHut (SGH) website online. Then shortly after we saw several reports of readers and members being able to order the Kato in-store at SGH locations.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But unfortunately, all of these orders were canceled within 24 hours of placing them.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Prizm-Kato--1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"Oakley Kato Sunglasses on Face\" class=\"wp-image-4939\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Prizm-Kato--1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Prizm-Kato--300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Prizm-Kato--768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Prizm-Kato--1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Prizm-Kato-.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oakley Kato Sunglasses on Face &#8211; Photo: Oakley.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, in February 2020, Oakley officially released the Super Bowl LV edition Kato Sunglasses on their website. And it seemed like the frame would finally release. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But Oakley made us continue to wait for over a year! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally in May 2021, after continued speculation of whether this frame would ever launch,<strong> Oakley officially released the Kato Sunglasses!<\/strong> And just in time for a huge debut at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-tokyo-olympic-sunglasses-kokoro-collection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tokyo Olympics<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can see also see the wild Kato design in action in this video below, captured by Youtube user &#8220;MouseSteps&#8221; of Patrick Mahomes at Disney wearing the frame. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And keep reading for our complete Oakley Kato review. Plus, a breakdown of the Kato and Kato X Models!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"854\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3XNZjOi96ow\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-oakley-kato-sunglasses-review\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oakley_Kato_Sunglasses_Review\"><\/span>Oakley Kato Sunglasses Review<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frame-and-design\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frame_and_Design\"><\/span>Frame and Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Kato introduces an entirely new frame and design for Oakley. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our first impression is that the overall construction is impressive &#8211; even before we start talking about the lens. The ear steams connect directly to the lens, maximizing the viewable area for performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And they feature metal\/24K icons adding a pop to the design.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But the real focus for the Kato is on the perfect fit for any and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-sunglasses-size-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">every size face<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Nosepad-Oakley-Kato-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Nosepad-Oakley-Kato-1-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Nosepad-Oakley-Kato-1-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Nosepad-Oakley-Kato-1-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Nosepad-Oakley-Kato-1-1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Nosepad-Oakley-Kato-1-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Nosepad-Oakley-Kato-1-2000x1200.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Kato features adjustable nosepads to provide a firm fit &#8211; Photo: Oakley.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>First, the Kato sunglasses come with 3 Unobtainium nosepads of varying sizes.<\/strong> Each nosepad has a different thickness and depth to fit small, medium, and large-size faces and noses. That means you can get the no-slip grip of Unobtainium with a perfect fit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oakley has offered something similar with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-asian-fit-sunglasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Asian or Low Bridge fit nosepads<\/a> in the past but this usually wasn&#8217;t standard. Regardless, we love this feature!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But it&#8217;s really the Adjustable Rake mechanism that takes the &#8220;seamless fit&#8221; to another level.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-adjustable-rake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adjustable_Rake\"><\/span>Adjustable Rake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest features of the Oakley Kato is the new Adjustable Rake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This tilting mechanism (highlighted in the picture below) is designed to provide a &#8220;mask-like fit,&#8221; as advertised by Oakley.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Basically, this feature allows you to change the angle between the lens and earstems to fit your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Rake-Oakley-Kato_1-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"Oakley Kato Adjustable Rake\" class=\"wp-image-4942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Rake-Oakley-Kato_1-1-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Rake-Oakley-Kato_1-1-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Rake-Oakley-Kato_1-1-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Rake-Oakley-Kato_1-1-1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Rake-Oakley-Kato_1-1-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Adjustable-Rake-Oakley-Kato_1-1-2000x1200.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall this is an awesome feature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And for any serious cyclist, finding the perfect fit is key! <strong>Clearly, with the Kato&#8217;s unique lens design that wraps around the nose, this frame is made to be worn as close to your face as possible!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can see this Adjustable Rake system in action in the video below! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"854\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/m7WamuNiwJ4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-size-and-dimensions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Size_and_Dimensions\"><\/span>Size and Dimensions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Oakley Kato X is a large frame with an oversized look. We&#8217;ve included the complete size and dimensions below: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Lens Width: 149mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lens Height: 64mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temple Length: 136mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frame Width 132mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lens\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lens\"><\/span>Lens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Likely the first difference you&#8217;ll notice about the Oakley Kato sunglasses is the wild lens design. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike previous shield lenses, which are similar to a football visor design, t<strong>he Kato lens contours around the nosepad providing maximum viewability and coverage for peripheral vision.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the first of its kind of lens from Oakley! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, all of the Kato colorways are available with contrast-enhancing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-prizm-lenses-prescription-sunglasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Prizm lenses<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you&#8217;re buying this frame for cycling, you&#8217;ll likely want to focus on the Prizm Road lens. Built for the specific needs of cycling, running, and road conditions, this is one of our favorite Prizm lenses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can read more in our complete <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-prizm-road-lens-cycling-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oakley Prizm Road Review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Lens-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"Oakley Kato Lens\" class=\"wp-image-4943\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Lens-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Lens-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Lens-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Lens-1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Lens-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Lens-2000x1200.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading for our full Oakley Kato X Review and how the two frames compare. For more, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-kato-x-encoder-compared\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">complete comparison of the Kato, Kato X, and Encoder frames<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-oakley-kato-x-sunglasses-review\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oakley_Kato_X_Sunglasses_Review\"><\/span>Oakley Kato X Sunglasses Review<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frame-and-design-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frame_and_Design-2\"><\/span>Frame and Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Oakley Kato X frame is similar to the Kato but with some key differences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first and most obvious is the change to the nose piece, which pops out less from the frame on the X. Compare this to Kato&#8217;s protruding nose, which is much more obvious. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the Kato X does still have the Unobtainium earstems and full-size nosepads, so you won&#8217;t see any difference in terms of grip even when sweaty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, the Kato X also features the new Adjustable rake found on the Kato that allows you to adjust your different offsets to fit the contours of the face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can see Kato X&#8217;s design in the pictures below: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"905\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Oakley-Kato-Sunglasses-1024x905.jpeg\" alt=\"Oakley Kato X Sunglasses\" class=\"wp-image-3720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Oakley-Kato-Sunglasses-1024x905.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Oakley-Kato-Sunglasses-300x265.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Oakley-Kato-Sunglasses-768x679.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Oakley-Kato-Sunglasses-1536x1357.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Oakley-Kato-Sunglasses.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oakley Kato X Sunglasses &#8211; Photo: eBay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"728\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Kato-X-Sunglasses-1024x728.jpeg\" alt=\"Kato X Lens Front View\" class=\"wp-image-3719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Kato-X-Sunglasses-1024x728.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Kato-X-Sunglasses-300x213.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Kato-X-Sunglasses-768x546.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Kato-X-Sunglasses-1536x1092.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Kato-X-Sunglasses.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kato X Lens Front View &#8211; Photo: eBay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-size-and-dimensions-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Size_and_Dimensions-2\"><\/span>Size and Dimensions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Oakley Kato X is a large frame with an oversized look. We&#8217;ve included the complete size and dimensions below: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Lens Width: 149mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lens Height: 64mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temple Length: 136mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frame Width 132mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lens-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lens-2\"><\/span>Lens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned above, the Oakley Kato X Lens is the main difference between the pairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But don&#8217;t worry, the revolutionary lens design of the Kato didn&#8217;t change much. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the Kato X still has a large Plutonite frameless lens that offers impact protection, the pushed-out nose piece is more subdued on the X. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, the Kato X will still be available in a variety of Prizm Lenses which gear the frame toward sports and cycling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"890\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Sapphire.jpeg\" alt=\"Oakley Kato X Review\" class=\"wp-image-4448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Sapphire.jpeg 890w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Sapphire-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Sapphire-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oakley Kato X featuring Prizm Sapphire Lens<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-colorways-are-available\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_colorways_are_available\"><\/span>What colorways are available?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Kato and Kato X are available in 3 colorways each from Oakley. But we&#8217;ve also seen the Kato X available with Prizm 24K lenses and expect the Kato to release in this same colorway too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Kato and Kato X retail for $291. We&#8217;ve listed the colorways and pictures below for reference:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif;\">\n<table id=\"tablepress-83-no-2\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-83 tablepress-responsive\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Colorway (Frame \/ Lens)<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Price<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Frame<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm Sapphire<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$303<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm Black<br \/>\n<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$303<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm Road<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$303<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm 24K<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$303<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm Dark Golf<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$303<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm Trail Torch<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$303<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-8\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Grey Smoke with Prizm Road Black<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$303<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-9\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm Sapphire<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$291<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-10\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm Black<br \/>\n<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$291<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-11\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm Road<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$291<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-12\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Polished Black with Prizm 24K<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$291<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Kato X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-83-no-2 from cache --><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Oakley Kato<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Black--1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"Oakley Kato Polished Black Prizm Black\" class=\"wp-image-4935\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Black--1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Black--300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Black--768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Black--1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Black--scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Black--2000x1200.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polished Black Prizm Black<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Road-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"Prizm Road Kato Sunglasses\" class=\"wp-image-4936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Road-1-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Road-1-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Road-1-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Road-1-1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Road-1-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Road-1-2000x1200.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polished Black Prizm Road<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Sapphire-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"Prizm Sapphire Kato Sunglasses\" class=\"wp-image-4937\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Sapphire-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Sapphire-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Sapphire-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Sapphire-1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Sapphire-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Oakley-Kato-Prizm-Sapphire-2000x1200.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polished Black \/ Prizm Sapphire<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Oakley-Kato-Super-Bowl-Edition-1024x577.png\" alt=\"Oakley Kato Super Bowl LV Edition Polished Black \/ Prizm Road\" class=\"wp-image-2953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Oakley-Kato-Super-Bowl-Edition-1024x577.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Oakley-Kato-Super-Bowl-Edition-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Oakley-Kato-Super-Bowl-Edition-768x433.png 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Oakley-Kato-Super-Bowl-Edition.png 1388w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oakley Kato Super Bowl LV Edition Polished Black \/ Prizm Road<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Oakley-kato-24K-1024x512.webp\" alt=\"Oakley Kato Polished Black Prizm 24K\" class=\"wp-image-6313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Oakley-kato-24K-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Oakley-kato-24K-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Oakley-kato-24K-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Oakley-kato-24K-1536x768.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Oakley-kato-24K.webp 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polished Black Prizm 24K<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Oakley Kato X<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"890\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Black-.jpeg\" alt=\"Kato X Polished Black \/ Prizm Black Lens\" class=\"wp-image-4447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Black-.jpeg 890w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Black--300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Black--768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polished Black \/ Prizm Black Lens<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"890\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Sapphire.jpeg\" alt=\"Kato X Polished Black \/ Prizm Sapphire\" class=\"wp-image-4448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Sapphire.jpeg 890w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Sapphire-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Kato-X-Sapphire-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polished Black \/ Prizm Sapphire<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"890\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Oakley-Kato-X-Prizm-Road.jpeg\" alt=\"Kato X Polished Black \/ Prizm Road\" class=\"wp-image-4449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Oakley-Kato-X-Prizm-Road.jpeg 890w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Oakley-Kato-X-Prizm-Road-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Oakley-Kato-X-Prizm-Road-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Polished Black \/ Prizm Road<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kato-vs-kato-x-which-do-we-recommend\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kato_vs_Kato_X_%E2%80%93_Which_Do_We_Recommend\"><\/span>Kato vs. Kato X &#8211; Which Do We Recommend?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Kato line brings back the days of disruptive design, so we are all for it. But which frame should you choose? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Since it now appears the Kato X is likely only to be offered as a limited edition pair, your obvious choice is the Oakley Kato. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And not only will you have an easier time finding the Kato, but it also offers the true mask-like feel that this frame embodies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading to find out where you can buy the Kato and answers to all of your prescription and replacement lens questions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-are-kato-replacement-lenses-available\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Kato_Replacement_Lenses_Available\"><\/span>Are Kato Replacement Lenses Available?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Unfortunately No, You can not replace Oakley Kato lenses due to the unique design of the frame.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oakley&#8217;s top sports pairs, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-flight-jacket-sunglasses-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jawbreaker<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-flight-jacket-sunglasses-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flight Jacket<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakleyforum.com\/guides\/oakley-flak-jacket-2-half-jacket-2-0-differences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flak Jackets<\/a>, all have the ability the swap lenses for the right conditions. So it would make sense to see this feature in the Kato. 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