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What is Oakley Switchlock Technology?
Oakley Switchlock technology is an easy-to-use mechanism that allows for fast lens replacements in Oakley sunglasses.
Usually, this technology appears as a switch or jaw that releases the lenses from your Oakleys.
Keep reading as we review everything to know about Switchlock technology and whether it’s worth it or just a gimmick.







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Switchlock pictured on the Oakley Style Switch
Why Did Oakley Invent Switchlock Technology?
Oakley has long recognized the need for interchangeable lenses. Athletes, especially cyclists and

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I own Radarlocks, Fast Jackets, and Flak Drafts. I still prefer the good ol' Half Jacket, Flak Jacket, and Flak 2.0's friction fit method better. Switchlock states that its, "no-fuss, no fingerprints" and that's just not true.

I just got two pairs of the Flak Drafts and that damned button is so hard to press down and I have small hands. I smeared finger grease all over the lenses, it was a complete mess and I was very frustrated by the process. Fast Jackets I find to be the easiest, while the Radarlocks are semi-easy. You still get fingerprints all over the lenses though. I am lucky in that I have multiple pairs of different glasses with different types of lenses for all the different conditions so I rarely even make lens changes anyway, but for some people, that definitely is not an option.

I would just stick with the friction fit method; I have Halfs and Flaks that are over 10-15 years old and have not had an issue with a frame becoming weak or cracking.
 

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