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Frame construction FRAME MATERIALS
EVOLVE
Our brand heritage was forged with a passion for the outdoors. We recognize our obligation to be considerate of the environments we revere and constantly strive to improve our product to protect the places we love. Our Evolve collection incorporates 53% bio-based material into what has become the largest eco-friendly sunglass collection in the world. Found on our lifestyle-oriented 6 and 8 base frames and easily indentified by printing on the inside of the temple.
SPRING HINGE
Stainless steel optical spring hinges incorporate small springs within the hinge structure that keep the temples snug against your head. This type of hinge is designed to smoothly self-adjust in order to accommodate more comfortably a broader range of head shapes and sizes.
TITANIUM
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Ultra lightweight with an immaculate fit. Classic silhouettes constructed with premium stainless steel or sculpted alloy metal frames. Adjustable silicone or optical nose pads provide all-day comfort.
GRILAMID® TR90
Resilient, tough, and flexible. Grilamid® TR90 is an exceedingly light and durable plastic that will maintain its shape under all temperature conditions.
MEGOL
Placed at the nose and on the temple tips, Megol gently grips your skin to help keep the frame in place. The gripping power increases when introduced to moisture.
Fit and function BASE CURVE
The base curve is the radius of the sphere measured from the back of the lens. Smith features styles with 6, 8, and 9 base lens curvature. Models that include 6 base tend to be more flat relative to your face. While 9 base styles provide the maximum amount of wrap around your face.
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Base curve
8
Base curve
9
Base curve