C SIX Sunglasses
This premier eyewear design in the new Elite collection blends carbon fiber with customized mechanics and the world’s best optical technologies. Called Oakley Elite C SIX, its moniker comes from the fact that carbon (the “C” in the name) is the 6th element in the periodic table, hence “C SIX.” This invention was inspired by more than just the passion to create the ultimate sunglasses. “We took examples from segmented creatures in the animal kingdom,” said Senior Design Director Peter Yee. “We looked at animals like the armadillo and studied how parts move and slide. It’s the same idea with armored suits – you have flexibility and function that remains protective.“
Auto racing was another inspiration. “We were looking at cams that move valves,” said Global Eyewear Development Manager Steve Ogren. “That’s when we came up with the concept of radial cams for the frame mechanics.” The connection to racecars didn’t stop there. “Some of the contours of C SIX take cues from speed machines,” said Oakley President Colin Baden. “When we decided to use carbon fiber, we went to the guys who have been building Formula One racecars for decades, Crosby Composites of England. They’re the absolute best on the planet with this technology.”
C SIX
The C SIX premier frame in this exclusive eyewear family takes aesthetics to an entirely new arena, and it would not be possible without the world’s most advanced structural technologies. Oakley Elite C SIX utilizes pure carbon fiber, a material thinner than human hair yet stronger than high tensile steel. This breakthrough innovation from the aerospace industry is blended with resins and assembled into structures more than 40 layers thick. Five-axis Computer Numeric Control machining carves and shapes the composite with a process that requires more than 24 hours of continuous tooling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Weight 42 g
- Frame Material Carbon fiber composite
- Substructure Beta Titanium spine
- Lens Curvature 8.75 base
- Optical Precision ANSI Z87.1 rated clarity and performance
- Impact Protection ANSI Z87.1 rated for high mass and high velocity
- UV Elimination 100% of UVA, UVB, UVC and harmful blue light up to 400nm
- Glare Reduction 99% filtering plus anti-reflective (AR) coating on backside of lens
- Computer Numeric Controlled machining with 0.002” precision
- 24 hours of continuous tooling
- Hand assembly
- Hexalobular bolts for improved impact protection
- Oakley Hydrophobic/Oleophobic lens coating
- Oakley HDPolarized lenses
- HIGH DEFINITION OPTICS® (HDO®)
- IRIDIUM® lens coating for balanced light transmission
C SIX ALUMINUM
This unique rendition of C SIX Aluminum has two components of carbon fiber with the remainder comprised of aluminum. With production technologies originally developed for the manufacture of premium wristwatches, aluminum is sculptured in custom-engineered tooling processes including precise 20,000 rpm cutting by Computer Numeric Controlled robotics. The aluminum structures are anodized with electricity then combined with the carbon fiber components and a flexible titanium spine. Hand assembly is followed by hand finishing and hand polishing.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Weight 54 g
- Frame Material Aluminum plus carbon fiber composite
- Substructure Beta Titanium spine
- Lens Curvature 8.75 base
- Optical Precision ANSI Z87.1 rated clarity and performance
- Impact Protection ANSI Z87.1 rated for high mass and high velocity
- UV Elimination 100% of UVA, UVB, UVC and harmful blue light up to 400nm
- Glare Reduction 99% filtering plus anti-reflective (AR) coating on backside of lens
- Computer Numeric Controlled machining with 0.002” precision
- Anodized and clear-coated aluminum components
- Hand assembled, hand finished and hand polished
- Oakley Hydrophobic/Oleophobic lens coating
- Oakley HDPolarized lenses
- HIGH DEFINITION OPTICS® (HDO®)
- Optional IRIDIUM® lens coatings for balanced light transmission
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Pros
- Comfortable (2)
- Durable (2)
- Optimal clarity (2)
- No glare (1)
Cons
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Ratings for C SIX Aluminum/Grey Polarized (OO4047-01)
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Wow!
Date: January 1, 2010
Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Optimal clarity
I saw both C Six versions a while back and they both look great! The aluminum version more so than the carbon fiber one. Yes, the carbon fiber version has the marketing behind it, but the aluminum just looks cool.
If I were to make some recommendations, I say go with the aluminum. You will not be disappointed since it is the best looking one of the two versions.
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oakleyman62 
Location: Bay Area
I use this product for: Everyday activity
I have used this product for: Less than a month
I use it: Average
My face is: On Par
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These are sweet!!!
Date: November 21, 2009
Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Optimal clarity, No glare
Cons: better lens match up with frame
Been an Oakley collector for years.
These are unbelievable glasses.
Machined like I have never seen before.
For sure you will not meet up with anyone else wearing them on their face.
Perfect weight, and the carbon fiber is the coolest thing.
Lenses are guaranteed for LIFE!!!!
These are by far the most tech advanced pair ever that Oakley has made, outside of the all carbon fiber which I drolled over!!
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C SIX is available with the following lenses:
Grey Polarized- Light Transmission:
- 17%
- Protection Index:
- 3
Tungsten Iridium Polarized- Light Transmission:
- 15%
- Protection Index:
- 3
Change Lens: 
Change Scene: Golf - Green Snow - Half Pipe Trail - Desert Trail - Forest Water - Wave Field - Football Jog - Sunny Jog - Dawn Jog - Hazy
- WITH LENS (Simulated)
- NAKED EYE
Grey Polarized Lens: Medium to bright light. Excellent all-purpose lens that cuts blinding glare while offering truer color perception.
- Light Transmission:
- 17%
- Protection Index:
- 3
- Conditions:
- medium to bright light
- Neutral / Contrast:
- Neutral
OAKLEY Lens Cleaning Kit
$15.00
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Storage/Cleaning Bags for Large Eyewear (5 Pack)
$30.00
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ICON CARBINEER
$9.00
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- Obtain a Return Authorization number by calling Customer Care at (800) 403-7449; please have your invoice or packing list handy when placing the call.
- Securely package item(s) in original packaging (including documentation, manuals, warranty information, registration, etc.
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- Please write RA number on outside of package. For your protection we highly recommend you use a traceable and insurable shipping method. We are not responsible for lost or damage packages.
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Customized Products
Customized products are not returnable or refundable.
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15-Day Return Period (Electronics)
You must request a Return Authorization number for electronic products within 15 days of the date of original purchase. Securely package items as we are not responsible for any items lost or damaged in transit.
45-Day Return Period
You must request a Return Authorization number for all other products within 45 days of the date of original purchase. Securely package items as we are not responsible for any items lost or damaged in transit.
Restocking Fee
Unless prohibited by law, a 10% restocking fee will be charged for all wearable electronics when the factory seal has been broken.
Missing Item or Damaged Product Fee
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