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Maui Jim sunglasses have an option for every angler Anglers are very difficult to buy presents for (particularly if you are not an angler yourself), so at a time of the year when we are looking for options for the ‘angler that has it all’ or for somebody who just likes being out there enjoying fishing, sunglasses can be the perfect option. Maui Jim offers an outstanding range of sunglasses to suit either a male or female angler, with every model and lens 100% polarised (PolarisedPlus2), an essential component when fishing. I had the pleasure of catching up with Nathan Fisher and Robert Garrett at AFTA this year where they were showcasing some of the new models that will be on offer for 2022/23 from Maui Jim. Here are a few of the things that I took away after speaking to them. PASSIONATE ABOUT WHAT THEY DO With a motto of “Our sunglasses won’t change the world – They’ll change the way you see it”, Nathan and Robert explained that Maui Jim is the third largest sunglass brand globally and are recognised as the fastest growing premium sunglass brand in the world. Their focus has always been to produce industry leading lens technologies, ensuring you get to see the world’s best views, full of colour, clarity and detail. All of the Maui Jim sunglasses are produced in Italy or Japan and there are 500+ unique sunglasses to choose from. With such a large range, you can expect there will be a pair to suit people of any
The eight pairs of Maui Jim sunglasses the author had to test. All are the Southern Cross frame (in various colours) with eight different lens colour configurations. He was spoilt for choice. age or gender. Prescription sunglasses are also a big part of what Maui Jim do. They have been recognised with a number of global awards (Best Prescription Sun Lens company and Best Prescription Sun Lens brand) on numerous occasions. No doubt in recognition of the fact that the majority of the range is offered with prescription
Aaron Dunlop, one of the author’s fishing buddies, loves his Maui Jim sunglasses (he is up to his 6th pair). He is also a fan of the Hidden Reader that is available. The pair he is wearing here is the Makoa frame in the Brilliant Hawaii Blue lens that is fitted with the Hidden Reader. 56
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lenses. Their prescription lens labs in the USA and Germany have also won multiple awards. Customer service plays a big part in the success of any brand and if Robert and Nathan’s passion is anything to go by, you can see why the brand continues to grow and has many happy customers around the world and in Australia.
WHY SUNGLASSES ARE AN ANGLER’S BEST FRIEND Aside from the obvious reasons of reducing the glare from the sun (directly and indirectly) and with the assistance of a polarised lens being able to see into the water more clearly (so you can see fish/ structure etc), there are many long-term health reasons to wear a quality pair of polarised sunglasses. UVA and UVB rays can cause irreparable damage to your eyes and this can happen whether it is a clear bright sunny day, or cloudy and overcast. Whatever lens/lens colour Maui Jim sunglasses you purchase, all of them offer maximum UV protection for your eyes, no matter the conditions. Something that should resonate with every angler. In fact, sunglasses cause your pupils to dilate, allowing more light to get in, so wearing a pair that does not offer UVA and UVB protection (standard tinted glasses) is likely to cause more damage than not wearing glasses at all. Having said all of that, lens colours, base colours do change what the wearer can see depending on light conditions (low light, full sun etc) so I have included some information within this review to help you choose what may suit you best. Just remember no matter what you choose, you will be getting maximum protection and visual clarity for your eyes with Maui Jim. NO POLYCARBONATE LENSES AT MAUI JIM Although protection for your eyes is and should be one of your major considerations when purchasing sunglasses, what lenses
The two favourite configurations in the Jung household. The Maui Rose lens in the Southern Cross frame for the author and the grey lens in the grey tortoise Relaxation Mode frame.
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