Costa Polarized Glasses King Tide 8 #L Black (Blue Mirror 580G)
Costa polarizing glasses have been highly appreciated for many years, not only by professional guides. The brilliance and imaging performance of these patented lenses has found many fans worldwide in fresh and salt water and the large selection of frames and tints offers the right model for every fly fisherman!
The King Tide polarized glasses from Costa were developed to give anglers the ultimate advantage on the water. The glasses have a purely functional design, with a glare shield that prevents the sun from shining in from the side, but at the same time is well ventilated thanks to the cut-out. This makes it almost impossible for the lenses to mist up in changing temperatures or after physical exertion! In addition, the side shields of the glasses are removable, which also makes the goggles suitable for everyday use. Furthermore, the glasses have rubberized nose pads so that the glasses do not start to slip even on wet skin. The King Tide is an innovative pair of glasses, the result of Costa's 40 years of experience, which brings out the best in all situations, whether on the water or on the beach.
Blue Mirror:
As with all Costa lenses, the polarization effect of these tints is impressive! The blue-mirrored glass is excellent for fishing on open water when the sun reflects particularly strongly. Moreover, blue- and green-mirrored lenses are very popular for sight fishing in saltwater, especially when it comes to spotting bonefish, permit, and others on the flats early. The biggest advantage of these tints is that contrasts are noticeably enhanced, allowing you to not only spot bright fish against a bright background but also identify structures more easily. For local fishing, these tints are equally suitable for coastal sea trout as well as for pike and other predators in lakes. Overall, the blue-mirrored lenses are slightly darker.
580G Glasses:
Costa's patented 580G glasses are made of the highest quality real glass. They are unsurpassed in performance, brilliance and clarity, and are 20% thinner and 22% lighter than conventional polarized lenses. The patented molecular compound C-WALL® gives the lenses tremendous scratch resistance, so you can enjoy your 580G lenses for many years.
Details:
- Lightweight and very durable polarized glasses
- Color lenses: Blue Mirror
- Frame Color: Black
- Large fit / ideal for large and wide heads
- Patented 580G lenses made of real glass
- Patented C-WALL anti-scratch coating
- Frame and temples made of lightweight nylon composite material
- Rubberized Hydrolite nose and temple pads for a very comfortable and perfect fit
- Supplied in robust hard case incl. cleaning cloth
Dimensions:
- Frame Size: Large
- Frame Fit: Regular Wide
- Frame width: 135 mm
- Bridge width: 18 mm
- Lens Size: 60 x 46 mm
- Temple Length: 120 mm
On adh-world we explain how polarized sunglasses work and what to keep in mind when purchasing a new pair.
„Polarized sunglasses play an important role in fly fishing. They not just protect the eye from erred flies or streamers and dangerous uv-radiation, but also reduce glare from the surface and help you spotting fish and reading the water more effectively.“
The high-quality glasses from the American manufacturer Costa are considered the best polarized glasses by many fly fishermen and guides worldwide. Established more than 35 years ago, this company understands exactly what demanding fly fishermen want: an outstanding optical performance paired with a practical yet stylish design. In fact, this is exactly what all Costa glasses have in common. Due to their innovative lenses, they allow a breathtaking view into the underwater world. Without a doubt, this will make your fishing more effective – both in fresh and saltwater. In addition, this brand places great emphasis on sustainability and the protection of our waters. Due to this inspiring company philosophy, Costa supports numerous environmental organisations and initiatives.
