K Y N A N C E - S L A T E
Grey Polarised Mineral Glass+ Lens
Kynance are panto style sunglasses that incorporate a matte slate grey finish, alluding to the material's origins as ocean plastic. Crafted to enhance small and medium-sized faces.
Our Kynance slate sunglasses are made from 100% recycled fishing gear and paired with polarised mineral glass+ lenses, offering complete sustainability and full UVA/UVB 400 protection.
Kynance's slightly rounded panto frame provides a modern twist on the classic pantoscopic shape, which is particularly flattering for individuals with rectangular or square face shapes, as they provide a balanced contrast that enhances facial features and adds a contemporary edge to your look.
Cases are included free with each pair of ordered frames.
OUR POLARISED MINERAL GLASS+ LENSES
Optical Quality
ABBE VALUE: 59 vs. 32 for conventional plastic lenses
Mineral glass has by far the greatest optical clarity of all lens materials. There’s a reason why photographers use glass lenses: plastic mediums disperse and distort light. The optical clarity of glass lenses is measured with an Abbe value, with lower numbers representing greater dispersion and unwanted chromatic aberration.
Sustainability
RECYCLABILITY: INFINITE vs. plastic lenses not currently recycled
Glass is infinitely recyclable and is widely recycled. In comparison to plastic, optical lenses are made from virgin plastics, aren’t domestically recyclable and also produce microplastics when cut to shape.
Technology
REFLECTION FACTOR: 1.47% vs. 8.6% for un-coated plastic lenses
All of our lenses are equipped with an industry-leading anti-reflection coating on the inner surface of the lens, which eliminates distracting light reflections from light entering from behind the lens.
Scratch Resistance
MOHS HARDNESS VALUE: 6.8 vs. 2.9 for conventional plastic lenses
Chemically-hardened glass is more scratch resistant than any other form of lens by a huge margin. Waterhaul Mineral Glass+ lenses are designed to withstand the elements of sand and salt which come with adventure and deliver lasting performance.
Learn more about Barberini mineral glass lenses here.
FRAMES
- Italian engineered, manufactured and hand finished from 100% recycled UK fishing gear, absolutely zero virgin plastic.
- Slightly rounded edges for a modern, versatile look that complements various facial features.
- Matte slate grey finish that alludes to the material's origins as ocean plastic.
- Ultra-durable 3-barrel hinges designed to withstand active lifestyles.
- 'Recycle and Renew' lifetime warranty. We stand behind the quality of our products, that's why every frame comes with our lifetime warranty. If your frame breaks, we'll happily replace them, free of charge.
- Engineered comfort for wearability throughout the day thanks to the lightweight, recycled plastic frame.
