Oakley sunglasses: worth the money?

[Christofire]

Up til this point I've not felt the need to spend the higher prices for Oakleys. My history of sunglasses includes a lot of broken pairs (and not always because of my negligence -- though that has happened). Now, one could argue that Oakleys are better made, and so they aren't as likely to break, thus making them worth the money.

For those who have owned them, what do you say?

[chasedude]

Originally Posted by DeezNutz

No kidding.

Why don't you explain your point?

What should he feel guilty about and why?

Again, I didn't ask you the question and I'm not feeding your into your argument.

[Consistent1]

Wow, you guys are still getting all serious. C'mon people. There are tons of people who think that pricey versions of item _____ are too expensive. Who cares? The Oakleys that I have had in the past worked pretty well. I used them for actual training purposes and they were pretty good. I agree with some dudes who say there are better performance glasses out there, but Oaks aren't bad. To be honest though, I certainly wouldn't spend almost 4 bills on anything from Prada. Hell, I don't need a new purse. Haha...can I get in on the argument boys?

[chasedude]

Originally Posted by wild1

So, at what level of unemployment would you approve of me spending $100 on sunglasses?

So what you're saying is you are unemployed and spent $100 on sunglasses?

[wild1]

Originally Posted by chasedude

So what you're saying is you are unemployed and spent $100 on sunglasses?

No, I'm asking you what the national unemployment rate would have to decline to before you'd approve of me buying some sunglasses.

[Kyle DeLexus]

I couldn't care less if someone wants to wear $2 sunglasses or $1500 sunglasses, so no one else should care that I'm sporting $200 ones.

[Great Expectations]

Originally Posted by Simply Red

i've paid 395 for a pair of prada's, but yeah, it was dumb.

I've done $350 before, but most of that was from credit card rebates where my amount doubled if I chose a specific store to spend it at over receiving cash from them.

[SDChiefs]

They are all Ill wear. The quality alone makes them worth the money. I just have a cheap pair right now (because my good pair got stolen) but, with those I could look directly into the sun, or wear them when I was driving at night. Never tried it, but when you walk in to a lowly dimmed place after being in the bright sun I never had a problem seeing with them.

[chasedude]

Originally Posted by wild1

No, I'm asking you what the national unemployment rate would have to decline to before you'd approve of me buying some sunglasses.

Why do you care about my approval? Does that really matter or are you just another that wants to start an argument?

[vailpass]

LOL at people who think sunglasses are a luxury. Here in Arizona sunglasses are a medical necessity. My 3 children have sunglasses some here would consider expensive but at what cost eyesight?

[Mosbonian]

I used to spend little to no dollars on sunglasses...mostly because, like many here, I lose them after a bit.

But when i started here at my present employer, I noticed that we sell Oakleys to the Law Enforcement industry and that I could get them at a nice price. Most everyone I asked spoke highly of them and the customer service they give you should you scratch a lens or have issues.

My present pair is 3 years old, and still look new. I didn't pay retail price because of my company discount, but they weren't cheap either.

And I don't buy my sunglasses for looks either...so if anyone would come up and laugh saying they look ridiculous, I'd smile and tell 'em thanks.

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[wild1]

Originally Posted by chasedude

Why do you care about my approval? Does that really matter or are you just another that wants to start an argument?

Apparently you feel that others should care, since you bothered posting your tale of woe about people losing jobs and houses, and that people buying sunglasses should be ashamed of themselves.

[chasedude]

Originally Posted by wild1

Apparently you feel that others should care, since you bothered posting your tale of woe about people losing jobs and houses, and that people buying sunglasses should be ashamed of themselves.

Yup, another that just wants to start an argument.

[Otter]

Originally Posted by chasedude

It amazes me in the economy we live in with so many people losing their homes and jobs that some still have the expendable cash to pay for over-priced sunglasses.

Shitty sun glasses allow the pupil to expand while letting in UVA & UVB rays which slowly deteriorate the eyes. Good sunglasses block them while letting the pupil to expand for better sight.

But hey, they're replaceable right? $200 is too much when it comes to your eyesight.

[Bearcat]

Originally Posted by Consistent1

Haha...can I get in on the argument boys?

I believe your options at the moment are:

A) Tell us you think people who pay more than $10 for sunglasses are self-absorbed douchebags, and/or if you buy Oakleys, you're stuck in 1996, and question their sexuality.

2) Tell chasedude to get off his high horse, and question his sexuality.

III) Tell a riveting story that contains a lot of f-bombs and personal attacks against specific board members.

[wild1]

Originally Posted by chasedude

Yup, another that just wants to start an argument.

Is it ok with you if I spend the money I earn? Or must I wait until all the world's inconveniences have been alleviated?