Frame: Rootbeer/White Chrome/Matte Black
Lens: Gold/Ice/Grey
Few more to add to the collection. It's finally complete.
Rootbeer/Gold:
I've eyed this since the beginning, but never got it. Luckily I was able to grab it cheap, but honestly still would have grabbed it at full price. The Gold is nice as always but the Rootbeer and Platinum frame work very nicely together.
JPM White Chrome/Ice
I was afraid this would be the same as the FMJ/Ice, but the chrome is very nice. It shines like mother of pearl and stands out from the rest.
Matte Black/Grey
The cheapest of the 8, but still nice. The grey lens isn't flashy but works with the other black elements to create a subdued pair.
Frame: Black Gunmetal - Polished Black
Lens: Emerald Iridium
One of the best looking Oakley models; the two-toned look, the "frowning eyebrows" at the upper orbitals, the sculpted earstems, even down to the pattern carved into the Unobtanium make these beautifully eye-catching without being as flamboyant as, say, the Plates.
Unfortunately for me, I found these to sit too close to my face with the frame resting more on my cheeks than my nose. Also, similar to the Hatchets, they looked too narrow on me, enough that even if the Asian Fit version fit better, they still wouldn't look quite right. Too bad.
Frame: FMJ Crystal Blue
Lens: Ice
These were my first pair of Oakley's. They came out shortly after the Scars, and the FMJ/Ice combo was definitely the way to go. The Ice lens works perfectly for most outdoor lighting during the day, but not so good during the evening or indoors. The design is awesome, and the translucent plastic lets you see the anchor shaped joints that hold the frame together. It's light-weight and oh-so-cool.
Frame: FMJ+ Crystal Black
Lens: Ice
My first pair of Oakleys. Was looking for something aggresive/modern looking while being sleek and not overly loud at the same time. The Splices gave me the look that I wanted with the translucent black plastic on the frame and the FMJ+ eyebrows. Definitely an attention grabber due to its unique styling. The larger than usual frame size fit my face perfectly and comfortably. Coverage is very good even on the peripheries, ensuring that no light comes in from the sides of the frame.
The Ice lenses work very well on bright daylight, perfect for the sunny weather that I have over here, however, it does get a little too dark during the late evenings. Glare reduction is very good, makes a bright sunny day appear cool and comfortable. Too bad they are no more in production now.
Frame: Polished Black
Lens: 24K
The Splice are a very nice style if you want to get noticed,and they are very comfortable too. I ended up buying the Matt Kenseth Splices,and I’ve got to say,I love the way they look,very sharp from the outside,and nice and comfy for a range of different head shapes and styles.
As usual,the optics are superb as well.