After losing about 20 pairs in the water over the years, I bought some amphibia shades at the bassmaster classic when it was in Ft Worth. I really like them and they float. Just ordered another pair last week.

I have to jump in and defend Wiley-X here. I have a pair of prescriptions in the Captivate frames and the green-ish tint polarized lenses. I’ve never had a pair of prescription sunglasses that were more sharp and clear. They have a 100 percent guarantee on their products. If you’re not happy with the prescription, take them back.

I will say that I am a Wiley-X distributor. My company, Techni-Tool Inc., offers the full line of products from Wiley-X.

The last pair of polarized sunglasses I had made was about 15 years ago. They’re Oakleys. I really like those lenses, too. The clarity and sharpness of my Wiley-X glasses are far superior to my Oakleys.

Since I do sell Wiley-X, feel free to contact me (DM) if you want more information. I can get you anything on their website. The Military and Law Enforcement both use Wiley-X. I was issued a pair of Wiley-X when I was working in Iraq. (Non-Military) I was a DOD contractor.

My apologies to the OP if you feel I have hijacked your thread.

JR

I use a few different pairs depending on the water and light conditions.
Oakley Prizm with copper lenses for overcast and sight fishing and Oakley Prizm with gray/ smoke lenses for overcast days.

What about the glasses you find at academy? I think they may be tight enough to fit behind the prescription glasses.

But then, I don't know what to really expect with glasses. I know people wear them to help with sight fishing. I've never owned a pair and barely wore a pair in my lifetime.

For sight fishing for bass I like costa glass 580 lenses-copper, or the sunrise version for low light-those are expensive though so losing a pair stings.
Exact brand and being expensive probably makes less difference than people think. Ideally the frame should block light coming from the side, grey lenses aren’t as good, and a hat helps a lot.
Maui and Kaenon are good as well.

Kind of pricy, are these better than say a pair from Walmart for 7 bucks?

Hobie Sightmasters. Been using them for years.

Kaenon offered a yellow 35 percent light transmission for years, I've had them for 15 years. They were an advantage sight fishing until Costa came out with something comparable. I think the Costa is slightly darker. The kaenon in copper 12 percent is unmatched in clear water and bright days. My tournament partner who has Costa is always asking for one of my extra pairs lol.

But... everyone's eyes are different and one brand over another doesn't mean they'll be better. Just have to find what works best for you

These are absolutely my favorite sunglasses and they are local. Only thing I don't like is that I have a couple of pair that I got that have built in readers in them which is a must for my old eyes but they no longer stock these lenses and I have been on a search to find someone who can make replacement lenses for them with the readers. I will keep searching because I love the Hydrafoil frames and like you these have accidentally fallen into the lake a few times and are never seen sinking out of sight to the bottom of the lake.

Just now buying some kaenon 12% copper! Gonna see how that goes but heard good things like you said.

I can vouch for this discounter of many brands of sunglasses. I have picked up several pairs of Costa for myself and gifts. They are a discounter so brands and inventory change often so you have to check regularly. I was told by a fishing buddy of mine to try NATIVE. I had never seen or heard of the brand until they showed up on this site. They were discounted to $59 bucks so I gave them a chance. I have to admit I like them every bit as much as the Costa (I know-sacrilegious).

https://www.steepandcheap.com/sunglasses?fl=true

P.S. They also discount fishing gear but only high-end fly fishing.

discountfishingdeals.com

Here’s another legitimate seller. I’ve bought a few pairs from him.

I have had several expensive pair of glasses like Oakley, Costa, H2 Optics, and many others.

I sight fish with a $ 5 pair and I can see just as good with these as any of the expensive pair I have ever owned.

At that price I don't have to worry about losing them or breaking them.

They are very lite weight also.

You'll like them! Partly cloudy you may like the copper 28 percent better. But straight sun days can't beat the copper 12

So what are the $5 pair?