Smith Optics launches new Photochromic lens for the Pivlock™
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Now available for the the PivLock V2 family, the world’s lightest interchangeable performance shields, are the brand new PHOTOCHROMIC IGNITOR & PHOTOCHROMIC CLEAR NXTâ„¢ lenses, featuring automatic tint adjustment with 100% protection from UVA/B/C light. Made with Trivex material, the NXT Lens offers high impact protection, great clarity and anti-scratch and an anti-fog coating. The NXT production process allows for greater color and photochromic control.
The lens is also equipped with Smith’s permanent Anti-Fog Coating (AFC) to increase clarity at low temperatures and fight sweat in the heat.
Photochromic Ignitor NXT with 14-60% VLT maximizes an object’s definition and enhances depth perception. The lens automatically darkens or lightens from available UV light as conditions change. Photochromic Clear NXT with 14-78% maximizes an object’s definition. The lens automatically darkens to a gray lens tint as available UV light increases.
The new Photochromic Ignitor lens is included with the PivLock V2 & V2 Max Impossibly Black and Matte Clear models, MSRP $239 includes 3 lenses. The Photochromic Ignitor and Photochromic Clear lenses are both available as a replacement lens for all PivLock V2 & V2 Max models.
Backed by Smith’s True Lifetime Warranty.
LENS FEATURES:
– Anti-Fog Coating (AFC)
– Tapered Lens Technology (TLT)
– 7 Base Lens Curvatures
The new Photochromic lens will debut in August at Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City, Booth #31027.
ABOUT SMITH OPTICS
Based in Sun Valley, Idaho, Smith Optics, Inc. was founded in 1965 with the creation of the first goggle featuring a sealed thermal lens and breathable vent foam. Today, Smith is known for its diverse line of sunglasses, snow, and motorsports goggles, snow helmets, prescription eyewear, and ballistic eye protection. Smith’s devotion to authenticity, innovation, performance and style has made Smith the choice of outdoor athletes and enthusiasts worldwide. For more information, check out www.smithoptics.com
