Engineered for the Extremes Whether you are trekking across a snow-covered ridge or riding through a dusty desert, the Rothco Glacier Sunglasses provide a level of protection standard eyewear can't match. Inspired by traditional mountaineering "glacier glasses," this tactical model features Removable Leather Windshields on the sides and a matching leather cover for the nose bridge. These guards create a sealed environment around your eyes, blocking out cutting winds, blowing sand, and the blinding peripheral glare that causes snow blindness.
Unlike heavy metal frames, these are built from a durable, lightweight Composite Plastic, making them comfortable for all-day wear. The lenses are a serious upgrade: 2.0mm Thick Polycarbonate (thicker than standard sunglasses) treated with both Anti-Fog and Anti-Scratch coatings to ensure your vision stays clear in changing weather. When the action heats up, the included Elastic Neck Lanyard ensures your glasses stay around your neck, even if you take a tumble.
Key Features
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Removable Leather Guards: Side shields and nose piece snap on/off, allowing you to convert them from high-protection glacier glasses to standard shades in seconds.
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2.0mm Polycarbonate Lenses: Extra-thick lenses offer superior impact resistance and durability compared to standard eyewear.
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Dual Lens Coating: Treated with Anti-Fog and Anti-Scratch coatings to maintain clarity in humid or abrasive environments.
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UV400 Protection: Blocks 100% of UVA and UVB rays, essential for high-altitude environments where UV radiation is stronger.
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Secure Retention: Comes with an attached Elastic Neck Lanyard to prevent loss during climbing, riding, or running.
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Total Coverage: The leather nose piece prevents "nose burn" from sunlight reflecting off snow or water.
Why It Matters "Glacier glasses" are a specific tool for a specific job. If you are in an environment where light comes from everywhere (snow, water, white sand), standard sunglasses fail because light leaks in the sides. These seal that leak. Plus, the "steampunk" aesthetic makes them a unique style statement off the mountain.
Technical Overview Lens: 2.0mm Polycarbonate. Guards: Removable Leather. Frame: Plastic. Feature: Anti-Fog.
Mountaineering/Skiing: Essential protection against snow blindness and wind burn.
Motorcycling: Blocks side wind to prevent eyes from watering at speed.
Hiking/Trekking: Lightweight protection for dusty trails.
Boating: cuts glare reflecting off the water from all angles.
Style: A distinct "Cyberpunk" or "Wasteland" aesthetic for fashion or cosplay.
