Best Fishing Sunglasses for the money in 2018. Tried, tested & reviewed

Sunglasses are a vital piece of gear to any fishermen regardless of their skill level. Both young and old, and everyone in between needs a good pair of sunglasses to protect their eyes on those sunny days. We’ve all been there, out on the water on one of those bright, scorching days, squinting everywhere we look because the reflection off the water is blinding. This is where a good pair of fishing sunglasses comes into play. A good pair of fishing sunglasses completely blocks the sunlight from entering your eyes regardless of what angle the sun is at. Not only that, but a good pair of fishing sunglasses will not hinder your visibility while also allowing you to take advantage of your peripheral vision. When it comes to being out on the water you need to make sure that your eyes are protected. This isn’t the time to worry about the latest fashion statements or styles. You need to make sure that you have the the 5 best fishing sunglasses for the money in 2018.

Image	Name	Latest Pricing
	Native Kodiak Polarized Sunglasses	Amazon
	Wiley X P-17 Sunglasses	Amazon
	Oakley Men's Gas Can Sunglasses	Amazon
	Costa Del Mar Fantail Sunglasses	Amazon
	Costa Del Mar Blackfin Sunglasses	Amazon

Native Kodiak Polarized Sunglasses

Native Kodiak’s sunglasses are some of the best sunglasses we’ve come across when it comes to blocking the UV rays and allowing a crystal clear view while on the water. These glasses fit the face nicely and often times we forgot that we even had them on. They have a grippy molding on both the nose pad and the temple boots which keep these sunglasses firmly in place no matter what you are doing. The lenses have been precisely engineered to minimize haze while simultaneously offering the greatest amount of clarity when it comes to color and contrasts. And did we mention, these shades come included with a cleaning cloth, hard case with the zipper, microfiber soft case, and an extra pair of SportsFlex lenses. The lenses are easily interchangeable which allows you to adapt your glasses to the specific type of sunlight you find yourself in. Depending on where the sun is in the sky and the angle at which it’s hitting your eyes can greatly dictate which lenses you will use. Not only that but these lenses are constructed from a lightweight polycarbonate, which, if you didn’t know, is shatter resistant. Meaning these glasses are extremely impact resistant. They also feature a protective coating which helps protect them from perspiration and condensation during those early morning hours or those hot and sweaty afternoons. If you’re in need of a good pair of fishing sunglasses these shades are in a bad choice for any fisherman.

Highlights:

• Extra pair of lens included
• Nose and temple boot padding
• Hard case included
• Shatter resistant

Wiley X P-17 Sunglasses

These sunglasses are sleek, stylish and look good on just about anyone. The black frames allow them to easily blend in with any outfit the fisherman or fisherlady might be wearing. Meaning if you just so happen to accidentally grab these and go out for a bite to eat with your significant other, you won’t stand out like a sore thumb. Not only that but the nose pad and the temple boots, like many other great sunglasses, have an amazingly grippy material on them ensuring that these sunglasses stay in place during even the most extreme fishing situations. The Wiley X lenses block 100% of the harmful UV rays which are dangerous to the eyes, or approximately 400 nanometers worth, for you science folks out there. These lenses are shatter proof, meaning you don’t have to worry about that new fisherman next to you catching you in the eye on his back cast, and breaking out the lenses of you new glasses. You still need to worry about him, you just don’t have to worry about him breaking your glasses. So if you’re on the market for a good looking pair of glasses that will protect you from those harmful UV rays then these glasses are the perfect fit for you. They’re amazing for those sunny days out on the ocean inshore fishing.

Highlights:

• Very fashionable
• Block 100% of UV rays
• Shatter proof
• Grippy nose and temple boots

Oakley Men’s Gas Can Sunglasses

These are some very tough sunglasses. Not to mention that they look really stylish and modern. You can easily use these for your everyday sunglasses, then take them out with you while you’re on the water. They will perform perfectly there too. The Oakley Gas Can sunglasses are built to be extremely lightweight while also be build to take punishment and abuse. The O Matter frames are designed for stability and longevity. The lenses on these sunglasses exceed the standards set by ANSI when it comes to their impact resistance properties. The Plutonite lenses block all of the harmful UV rays that are damaging to the eyes. Ensuring you remain safe and your vision isn’t hindered while you spend your time on the water. The Gas Cans come in countless colors so depending on your current style of fashion, they have the perfect pair for you. If you’re looking for a pair of sunglasses that will not only protect your vision but will also help you to be the most stylish angler on the water, these are the glasses for you.

Highlights:

• Exceeds ANSI’s impact resistance test
• Blocks all UV rays
• Extremely stylish
• Ultra lightweight

Costa Del Mar Fantail Sunglasses

Costa Del Mar Fantail sunglasses are built by hand and backed by a limited lifetime warranty. That’s right, a limited lifetime warranty. We all know that accidents happen, but at least you’ll be able to sleep easier at night knowing that your sunglasses will be covered if you happen to have an ‘accident’. Costa’s 580 polycarbonate lenses provide you with crystal clear clarity while also being scratch and impact resistant. Not to mention that these sunglasses are very lightweight, meaning you’ll be able to have these glasses on all day long without having them weigh you down or make them uncomfortable to have on for long duration’s of time. The blue mirror polarization is perfect for those long days out on the water in direct sunlight. Perfect for offshore fishing or fishing out on the open water. These sunglasses have a co-injected bio-based nylon frame, and in case that didn’t impress you, that means they’re exceptionally tough and very durable. Their polarized lenses help to decrease, if not eliminate all reflections and glare’s to help reduce the overall strain on the eyes. Overall, these are exceptional sunglasses and any angler would be happy to use them. Before we forget, they also come with a hard case, in ’case’ you were wondering.

Highlights:

• Limited lifetime warranty
• Lightweight design
• Bio-based nylon frame
• Crystal clear clarity

Costa Del Mar Blackfin Sunglasses

Costa Del Mar Blackfin’s, like all Costa glasses, are made by hand in the US and back by a limited lifetime warranty. These sunglasses, like just about every pair of sunglasses in this review and simply amazing. It’s hard to rank these sunglasses in order from best to worst because they’re all neck and neck with each other. And these sunglasses are no exception. These beautiful glasses come included with a hard case and cleaning cloth. These items may seem as if they should be included with all sunglasses but you wouldn’t believe how many companies leave you high and dry when it comes to the accessories. The Blackfin’s also have 580 polycarbonate lenses which offer exceptional clarity and are also impact/scratch resistant. Their polarization helps to kill all reflections making sure that glare’s don’t impact your eyesight while out on those long fishing trips. They’re great for a casual day of fly fishing but they’re also just as effective on those blinding days while out on the ice, staying nice and close to your ice fishing heater. If you’re in the market for a new pair of sunglasses, we know you won’t be disappointed with these.

Highlights:

• Hand built in U.S.
• Extreme clarity
• Hard case included
• Lenses kill all reflections