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— S c o tt y Lago
SEE THE WORLD D I F F E R E N T LY experience world altering color and clarity By blocking specific color wave intersections as they pass through the lens, ChromaPop™ is able to eliminate color confusion, so your brain is recognizing truer color, faster. ChromaPop™ optimizes color and increases clarity, enabling you to see the outside world with an unparalleled level of vibrancy.
HOW
WORKS
1. YOUR EYE PERCEIVES LIGHT THROUGH 3 COLORS
2 . C O LO R B E H AV E S L I K E A WAV E Individual BLUE, GREEN, and RED wavelengths are easily recognized by the eye
BLUE GREEN RED 3. COLOR CONFUSION OCCURS N AT U R A L LY
4 . C H R O M A P O P ™ F I LT E R S OUT COLOR CONFUSION
Where color wavelengths crossover, the eye has trouble distinguishing color.
Through our proprietary ChromaPop™ lens technology, we can eliminate the confusion by filtering light at those specific areas. We create greater definition and distinguish colors quickly and more vividly.
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BLUE GREEN GREEN RED
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By specifically filtering light that reaches the eye, color confusion is decreased. Color becomes more vivid and saturated. Along with color saturation, clarity and definition are improved. FILTER
Where light waves intersect color confusion is created. The eye has trouble making sense of color and definition at these wavelength measurements.
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VISIBLE LIGHT
Blue Light
Green Light
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VISIBLE LIGHT FILTERED AT 2 SPECIFIC POINTS Red Light
Blue Light
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C hrom a Po p™ b en e f it s 1. IMPROVES SPEED OF VISUAL PROCESSING. SEE TRUER COLOR, FASTER. 2. NEW FILM-FREE POLARIZATION ELIMINATES GLUES AND HAZE. CREATES UNMATCHED VISUAL CLARITY. 3. VACUUM APPLIED ANTI-REFLECTIVE (A/R) COATING ON THE BACKSIDE OF ALL CHROMAPOP™ LENSES ELIMINATES BOTHERSOME SIDELIGHT REFLECTIONS. 4. TAPERED LENS TECHNOLOGY (TLT) CORRECTS LIGHT DISTORTION FOR TRUE OPTICAL CLARITY. 5. FOUR TO FIVE TIMES ANTI-SCRATCH PERFORMANCE OVER “PLASTIC LENSES.” 6. HYDROLEOPHOBIC COATING REPELS MOISTURE, GREASE, AND GRIME. 7. PROPRIETARY LENSES CRAFTED WITH SCIENCE AND ART TO BLEND COLOR AND CLARITY LIKE NO OTHER. 8. 10% LIGHTER THAN POLYCARBONATE, 15% LIGHTER THAN CR-39, AND 75% LIGHTER THAN GLASS. 9. PHOTOCHROMIC TECHNOLOGY PERMANENTLY ADDED TO AUTOMATICALLY ADAPT TO EVER-CHANGING LIGHT CONDITIONS.
NEW
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COMPATIBLE
LIFESTYLE
OUTLIER TI MSRP: $269
This vapor light, titanium metal sunglass draws its inspiration from our best-selling Outlier model. Sophisticated refinement that features our innovative ChromaPop™ polarized lenses. The superior fit and styling of the Outlier Ti is only surpassed by the world-class enhanced color and visual acuity of our remarkable ChromaPop™ lenses.
Medium Fit / Coverage ChromaPop™ Polarized Lenses Titanium Frame Construction Anti-Reflective and Hydroleophobic Lens Coatings Adjustable Silicone Nose Pads Hydrophilic Megol Temple Pads Barrel Hinges 6 Base Lens Curvature FRAME MEASUREMENTS
MATTE SILVER / POLAR PLATINUM
MATTE GOLD / POLAR GRAY GREEN
57
MATTE BLACK / POLAR GRAY GREEN
37
16
140
MATTE BROWN / POLAR BROWN
DARK GRAY / POLAR BLUE MIRROR
T H E G R A S S R E A L LY I S G R E E N E R the experience of ChromaPop™ Utilizing a proprietary combination of new technologies, we have created the new “super” lens of the future. Specifically designed to enhance colors and provide superior optical clarity, our line of ChromaPop™ lenses are the gold standard in world-class optics.
Vivid color management Enhanced chromatic contrast Precise acuity and optical clarity Premium polarized glare elimination
Incredibly impact resistant Surprisingly scratch resistant Lightest material available Inherent UV protection
L U M I N O U S T R A N S M I T TA N C E % all ChromaPop™ lens tints enhance color
LUMINOUS TRANSMITTANCE %
80 70 60
POLARCHROMIC IGNITOR POLARIZED GRAY GREEN POLARIZED BROWN POLARIZED PLATINUM POLARIZED BRONZE MIRROR POLARIZED BLUE MIRROR
50 40
LIGHT STATE
30
DARK STATE
20 10 0 WAVELENGTH (NM)
THE CLARITY OF CHROMAPOP™ ChromaPop™ has an Abbe value of 45, making it optically superior. The higher the Abbe value, the more accurately a lens aligns the spectrum of light waves that pass through it. Lens materials with lower Abbe values are unable to focus these light waves accurately, resulting in “chromatic aberration,” a vision defect that appears as distracting fringes of color around dark type and objects. THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER
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S C I E N T I F I C A L LY A D VA N C E D ChromaPop™ lens material ChromaPop™ lenses employ a unique combination of patented color management and polarization techniques. The result is a lens that delivers dynamic color, exceptional clarity and high contrast. This advanced material can accept the sophisticated dyes and tints needed to create our proprietary visual experience. Meaning ChromaPop™ delivers high contrast, select color filtering and color enhancement better than other lens materials commonly used in sunglass and prescription sunglass lenses. Known throughout the industry for ophthalmic grade optics and superior performance, Trivex® is the material that powers the ChromaPop™ lenses. This gives ChromaPop™ lenses a visual acuity approaching glass, with benefits that surpass other materials.
Film-Free Polarization The patented Film-Free polarization coating is bonded to the lens surface without adhesives. This process eliminates the potential for cracking, crazing and delamination associated with other polarized lenses. ChromaPop™ polarized lenses provide edge to edge clear viewing with 99.8% polarization efficiency and 100% UV protection.
Opthalmic Quality Backside Anti-Reflective (A/R) Coating — Six layers Ophthalmic grade backside Anti-Reflective (A/R) coating for improved vision and prevention of bounce back glare and internal reflections.
Hydroleophobic Front and Backside Coatings Delivers a super slippery, smooth, easy to clean surface that repels water and debris. Highly scratch resistant, hydrophobic (water repellent), super slippery, debris resistant and anti-static.
CHROMAPOP™ LENS CONSTRUCTION
Frontside Hydroleophobic Hard Coating ChromaPop™ Scientifically-Advanced Lens Film-Free Polarized Coating Ophthalmic Quality Anti-Reflective (A/R) Coating Backside Hydroleophobic Hard Coating
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