Great sunglasses that work well for sports, driving, and even on a boat or while cycling. They also protect your eyes from the sides, and the blue Captivate lenses provide a very clear image. I found them at the best price at Military EU, so the decision to purchase was easy.
Wiley X Gravity Tactical Glasses - Captivate Polarized Grey Matte Black
Lightweight, comfortable tactical eyewear with a secure fit. The high mechanical strength of the lenses safeguards eyes from shrapnel, ricochets, and various flying debris. Compliance with class F standards ensures protection against projectiles up to 0.86 g traveling at 45 m/s.
Wiley X stands among the top providers of protective eyewear for the United States military, professional athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts.
Frames made from Triloid material
Constructed from Triloid nylon, the ergonomically shaped frames and the shatterproof Selenite polycarbonate lenses are compliant with ANSI Z87.1+ and EN166 F ballistic protection standards. Frame design guarantees a secure fit without sacrificing comfort, even when worn with headphones or hearing protection. Non-slip rubberized temple tips and nose pads ensure the glasses remain securely positioned on the face. The removable Facial Cavity Seal clip guarantees a close fit to the face, providing effective shielding from wind, dust, and other environmental elements.
Polycarbonate lenses with T-shell coating and Captivate technology
The integration of lenses with 15% light transmission and a CAPTIVATE polarizing filter layered within the lens channels light onto a single plane under sunny conditions, eliminates intense sun glare, amplifies brightness, and sharpens depth perception. Eyes receive protection from dangerous UVA and UVB rays, as well as from blue light (HEV). During overcast or rainy weather, these lenses deliver enhanced object contrast, substantially increasing visual clarity and ensuring unmatched sharpness and total viewing comfort. Such eyewear is highly suitable for drivers, skiers, anglers, and outdoor adventurers.
The anti-reflective coating removes disruptive light reflections, blocking rays from returning to the eyes, thereby preventing image distortion and eye discomfort. Visuals appear clearer compared to standard Captivate lenses. Equipped with a T-Shell Scratch coating, the lenses are shielded against abrasion. The oleophobic coating repels dust, dirt, oil, snow, and water, keeping the lens surface clean.
Standards and certifications
- ANSI Z87.1+ standard: compliant frames and visors are engineered to resist the impact from a 6.35 mm diameter steel ball traveling at 164.6 km/h.
- EN.166F standard: fulfills the European requirements for shielding against medium energy impacts from fast-moving particles. Frames and visors withstand the strike of a 6 mm diameter steel ball weighing 0.86 g at a speed of 162 km/h.
Set elements
- Eyewear
- Facial Cavity Seal attachment clip
- Adjustable elastic strap
- Microfiber cleaning cloth
- Protective case
main features
- Selenite polycarbonate lenses engineered for durability
- Polarized optics for enhanced visual clarity
- Captivate technology for superior lens performance
- Defense against hazardous UVA and UVB rays
- Triloid nylon frame known for strength and flexibility
- Side shields meeting ANSI Z87.1+ standard for tactical protection
- Compliance with EN.166F standard
technical data
Frame shade: Matte Black
Lens tint: Captivate Polarized Grey
Frame composition: Triloid
Lens composition: Polycarbonate
Visible light transmission: 15%
Frame size: 63 x 17 x 119 mm
RX insert available for prescription lenses: Yes
Protection level: UVA/UVB/HEV
Overall glasses width: 138 mm
Lens width: 62 mm
Bridge width: 17 mm
Lens height: 44 mm
Temple arm length: 120 mm
Produced by: Wiley X, USA
Militaria.pl is a distributor of Wiley X.
Wiley X is an American brand founded in 1987 by a US Army veteran, specializing in the production of advanced protective eyewear. Its products meet the rigorous ANSI Z87.1+ safety standards and MIL-PRF-32432 military standards, making them suitable for use by special forces around the world, including the FBI, SWAT, and Poland's GROM. Wiley X glasses are designed for high-risk situations typical of combat operations and extreme terrain conditions. Their durability and reliability have also made them appear in Hollywood productions such as American Sniper and the TV series S.W.A.T. The company is expanding globally, and its European branch in Denmark is run by veterans of missions in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Balkans.
| Lens material | Polycarbonate |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Plastic |
| Frame color | Black |
| Lens color | Gray |
| Mechanical resistance class | F |
| Polarized | Yes |
| UV filter | Yes |
| Dimness | Yes |
| Case included in set | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| EAN | 712316004435 |
| Manufacturer code | CCGRA08 |
| Brand | Wiley X |
| EAN |
The HEV (High Energy Visible) filter provides protection from harmful blue light emitted by computer screens, smartphones and sunlight. The HEV filter in the glasses increases overall visual comfort and protects eye health.
T-Shell is a coating on Wiley X glasses that resists scratches, protects lenses from damage and extends their life.
Facial Cavity is a cap that provides protection from the elements and excessive sidelight. With soft foam seals, the glasses block dust, pollen and wind, preventing eye irritation. They eliminate peripheral light, which improves optical clarity.
Captivate lens technology is an advanced filter system used in sunglasses that aims to improve the quality of vision by filtering out harmful light and improving color perception and contrast.
The Oleophobic coating repels dirt, oil, water and other substances, so the lenses stay cleaner and easier to maintain. The technology makes the lenses more durable and comfortable to wear.
EN166F is the European standard for protection against the impact of accelerated objects (Medium Energy Impact). Class F mechanical strength means that, according to the standard, the frame and visors of the glasses will withstand the impact of a steel BBs with a diameter of 6 mm and a weight of 0.86 g, traveling at 45 m/s (162 km/h).
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 5
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Excellent black sunglasses from Wiley X. I particularly like the Gravity series because it guarantees durability and an attractive appearance. The option to change the lenses yourself is a really huge advantage! This is a product I definitely recommend!
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Nice, comfortable and durable glasses that provide a very nice image. Bought for knife fighting training as well as outdoor activities, they serve their purpose. They stay well on the head, do not fall off or pinch. I recommend them.
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In general, I haven’t used them yet. After getting to know them initially, I can immediately say that the lenses are amazing. They provide pleasantly accurate color reproduction and proper sharpness, even when looking at a monitor. Compared to older glasses I bought a few years ago with lenses from the same company, there is a noticeable improvement in quality. As for the frames themselves, nice matte color. Short temples. They won’t suit everyone, but there’s an option to secure them with a strap. The glasses sit well on the head, but it seems that the strap might be useful for extra security, especially when you attach the anti-fog and anti-dust insert. Especially if someone puts these glasses on for motorcycle or bicycle rides. Overall, I recommend them. But only for a small or medium head. For a large head, I’d choose a different model, but with the lenses used here.
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My old Oakley glasses are quite decent, but they’re already a good few years old. I’ve gotten somewhat bored with them, and under the pretext that they don’t look so nice anymore, they're somewhat scratched and generally out of fashion—here I smile significantly—I decided to look for some sort of replacement. The goal was to find durable sunglasses, suitable for any situation and terrain, which have polarized lenses and are well-covered from the sides to minimize distracting side glare while driving. And I must admit, when I tried on the Wiley X Gravity glasses with Captivate Polarized Grey lenses for the first time, I was stunned. It was a beautiful, sunny day. I took off my old specs and put on these Wiley's. The image was razor-sharp, a smile spread across my face, and my jaw dropped in amazement! The sky was beautifully blue, with lighter or darker clouds here and there. Here, Oakleys don't fall that far behind. But the detail visible on the ground, the quality of the trees, even single leaves, was absolutely stunning. The image so vivid, so sharp, so clearly three-dimensional that my several-year-old Oakleys didn’t stand a chance. And it’s not because they were very scratched or dirty, because they weren’t. A few years’ difference in manufacturing caused such a major leap in lens-making and coating technology that you notice it within a second of putting on these new Wiley glasses. Unfortunately, I have a big head and, even though I really like their fit, they’re a bit too tight for me (interested buyers should pay attention to the glasses’ size!), they slide off my nose, and with the Facial Cavity Seal fitted, they don’t sit snugly against my face. I don’t know how much of that is a bad design and how much is my face shape, but I do know one thing—I put the Gravity glasses in a locker and today I’m picking up another, bigger pair of Wiley’s, definitely with Captivate Polarized Grey lenses, and I’m not even waiting for the refund from the store because I want to enjoy them over the long weekend.
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