Revision Introduces Military-Grade Photochromic Eyewear System

by
posted on March 15, 2012
** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. **
photochromic.jpg

Revision Military introduces the Sawfly Photochromic Eyewear System. Featuring Revision's rapid light-changing technology, first introduced in its Hellfly Ballistic Sunglasses, the ballistic photochromic Sawfly lens automatically darkens to a sunglass tint when exposed to sunlight and returns to its clear state in the absence of UV rays, providing a tactical edge in rapidly changing environments.

"Revision's photochromic lens technology not only eliminates the need to switch lenses when transitioning between the indoors and outside, but also automatically adjusts to compensate for varying outdoor light levels allowing the end user to focus on his mission, not his eyepro," commented Jonathan Blanshay, CEO of Revision. Revision's Photochromic Sawfly lens takes only 60 seconds to change from its darkest state to almost clear, while most competitors' lenses take more than twice as long to do the same. From the clear state to a light-grey lens tint capable of blocking sun glare, it takes only 20 seconds. "For military and tactical operators, faster photochromic lens change means enhanced visual performance when it's most needed - in dynamic environments."

True to the entire Sawfly line, the new Sawfly Photochromic Eyewear System exceeds ANSI Z87.1-2010 and U.S. military ballistic impact requirements for spectacles (MIL-PRF-31013 clause 3.5.1.1) while providing flawless optics and 100 percent UV protection. The Revision Sawfly Photochromic Basic Kit retails for $149.99 and the lens is interchangeable across the entire Sawfly line. The Photochromic system is prescription ready with Revision's optional Rx Carrier; it's also available in three sizes to ensure fit, comfort and optical performance. The system will be available for purchase in March 2012.

Latest

 .458 SOCOM
 .458 SOCOM

Ammo: .458 SOCOM

It’s a bigger, badder version of Jeff Cooper’s “Thumper.”

First Look: TAG Precision Optic Plate for Kimber Pistols

Fans of the Kimber 2K11 have a new option for optics-mounting plates.

Shotguns: Cleaning Tips for Your Shotgun

Yes, even shotguns need cleaning. Here’s a quick primer on how to do it properly.

First Look: Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Lever-Action Rifle in 360 Buckhammer

Smith & Wesson's popular lever-action rifle now has another straight-walled cartridge option.

Handguns: Carry Rotation Downside

Back when I first got into the gun business in the mid-1990s, my gun-handling and shooting skills were, to put it charitably, extremely—well, let’s go with “mediocre.”

First Look: Crossbreed Lightguard Holster

Crossbreed has released a holster for pistols with attached weaponlights.

Interests



Get the best of Shooting Illustrated delivered to your inbox.