The year is 2003, and Oakley’s eyewear lineup includes famed pairs like the Half Jacket, Eye Jacket, and Wiretap. And with the introduction of Oakley Valve sunglasses, the brand continues to push boundaries. But does this pair deliver?
Almost 20 years later, we’re reviewing the new Oakley Valve and why we think this frame is headed for extinction!
Original Release & History
Originally debuting in 2003, the Oakley Valve is one of two replacements for the discontinued Oakley Scar and Plate. While not an instant hit, Valve sunglasses did cement their place in history.
Unfortunately, Valve sunglasses were discontinued after only two years in 2005.
But in 2014, Oakley re-released the Valve with an all-new updated design. Although in the end, this design was also discontinued shortly after its release.
So this begs the question – What’s wrong with the Valve? Or has it just gotten the short end of the stick?
That’s why we’re reviewing the new Oakley Valve to see how this frame...
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