kronin323
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Based on your previous posts, I am not sure if you are referring to the earstem washers or the Temple Shocks. If it is the earstem washers, X-Man's Nose bridge tightening includes new earstem washers if needed. If it is the Temple Shocks, you can go into any Oakley store and, if they have them, they'll give them to you at no charge.
I read it as earstem washers. Yes, last I heard x-man would replace them if needed; I think he uses LG replacements. But I don't know his current policy / procedure so I was waiting to let him speak for himself...
But yes, they are there for a reason, they prevent metal-on-metal rubbing when opening / closing the hinges.