Superhydrophobic sunglasses
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Category: Dinghy classes
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Topic: Superhydrophobic sunglasses
Posted By: ChrisB14
Subject: Superhydrophobic sunglasses
Date Posted: 29 Jan 16 at 3:58pm
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This has to be something that is available, but I just can't find it. Sunglasses when sailing can be great. Up to the point at which they are covered with drops of water. Or worse, when sailing on the sea, a build up of salt. Super hydrophobic coatings for glasses are around, but it seems that none of the suppliers selling "sailing glasses" (lighter than water, ideally polarized) seems to have anything on offer. Has anyone else been more successful than I have searching for these? ------------- B14 GBR 748 Bullet B In build: Farr 3.7 GBR 410 (both sail number and the current number of loose parts) |
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Posted By: ChrisB14
Date Posted: 29 Jan 16 at 4:02pm
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OK. They do exist: http://www.720-armour.com/_english/02_products/03_pro_detail.php?MainID=10&SID=150 But for much higher prices than what Gill/Gul/Whoever have. The coating itself is not that expensive. Any other options? ------------- B14 GBR 748 Bullet B In build: Farr 3.7 GBR 410 (both sail number and the current number of loose parts) |
Posted By: PaulPoshW
Date Posted: 29 Jan 16 at 4:27pm
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Could treat your current pair with this stuff... http://www.shadestation.co.uk/Oakley-Sunglasses-Nanoclear-Lens-cleaner---Hydrophobic-Kit-07-313.html?aff=aff10¤cy=GBP&gclid=CLLywO23z8oCFUyeGwodnBYKCg
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Posted By: ChrisB14
Date Posted: 29 Jan 16 at 6:16pm
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Nice! Something along those lines is what I was initially looking for. I only found stuff in the lines of NeverWet, which leaves a matt finish, so not useful for sunglasses. Sunny sailing days can come  ------------- B14 GBR 748 Bullet B In build: Farr 3.7 GBR 410 (both sail number and the current number of loose parts) |