Choosing shooting eyewear – the differences between our models

We offer a range of shooting eyewear models, available as individual colours, interchangeable multi-lens sets and 4 colour bundles. They are at different price points, starting at £19.95 and going up to £185, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly option or a high-end model with advanced lens features, Evolution have got you covered.

Below is a guide to our most popular shooting eyewear models, with a breakdown of the features. As a starting point, the essential features of all the models are: shatterproof, impact resistant polycarbonate lenses, class 1 optical grade lenses and with UV400 rated protection.

Evolution Shooting Eyewear Overview

Chameleon

  • Lens features: Impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses (comply with EN166F), Class 1 optical grade UV400 lens with a rimless design for completely unobstructed vision.
  • Frame features: Small to medium fit with adjustable, non-slip nose pads and slim-profile temples – ideal if wearing with ear defenders. Lightweight for all-day comfort.
  • Available as: 7 Chameleon Individual Colours (Brown, Clear, Light Brown, Orange, Purple, Rose, Yellow), Chameleon 4 Colour Bundle.

Connect X

  • Lens features: Impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses (comply with EN166F), Class 1 optical grade UV400 lens with an anti-fog coating applied to both sides of the lens. Rimless for totally unobscured vision.
  • Frame features: Medium to large fit with adjustable nose pads and non-slip temples to ensure a secure fit. Lightweight for all-day wear.
  • Available as: 6 Connect X Individual Colours (Clear, Grey, Orange, Purple, Rose, Yellow), Connect X Interchangeable 4 Lens Set, Connect X 4 Colour Bundle.

Rapide

  • Lens features: Impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses (comply with EN166F), Class 1 optical grade UV400 lens. Rimless for totally unobscured vision.
  • Frame features: Ultra-lightweight (just 26g) with temples made from double-injected TR90 nylon for a strong and flexible fit. Airflow frame design with adjustable, non-slip nose pads. Slim profile temples work well under ear defenders.
  • Available as: 6 Rapide Individual Colours (Clear, Grey, Orange, Purple, Rose, Yellow), Rapide 4 Colour Bundle.

Matrix

  • Lens features: Impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses (comply with EN166F), Class 1 optical grade UV400 lens. Hydrophobic (water) and Oleophobic (oil) lens coatings to repel water, dust, oil, and fingerprints. Anti-scratch lens coating. Rimless for totally unobscured vision.
  • Frame features: Lightweight for all-day comfort, with adjustable nose pads and slim-profile temples for a secure fit with ear defenders. Cam hinges to the temples for snap closure.
  • Available as: 7 Matrix Individual Colours (Grey, Light Brown, Light Yellow, Orange, Purple, Rose, Yellow), Matrix Interchangeable 4 Lens Set, Matrix Interchangeable 5 Lens Set, Matrix 4 Colour Bundle.

Edge

  • Lens features: Bhive polycarbonate lens material that offers enhanced clarity, improved impact protection (exceeding EN166F & ANSI Z87.1 standards) and high chemical resistance. Class 1 optical grade UV400 lens. Advanced multi-feature lens coatings: Oleophobic+Hydrophobic, easy lens cleaning (no-friction surface), scratch resistance. Rimless for totally unobscured vision.
  • Frame features: TR90 strong but light temples, with flexible temple tips for comfort. Small, unobtrusive, adjustable non-slip nose piece, and cam hinges for snap closure.
  • Available as: 6 Edge Individual Colours (Grey, Light Yellow, Orange, Purple, Rose, Yellow), Edge Interchangeable 4 Lens Set, Edge Interchangeable 5 Lens Set, Edge 4 Colour Bundle.

Helix

  • Lens features: Bhive polycarbonate lens material that offers enhanced clarity, improved impact protection (exceeding EN166F & ANSI Z87.1 standards) and high chemical resistance. Class 1 optical grade UV400 lens. Advanced multi-feature lens coatings: Oleophobic+Hydrophobic, easy lens cleaning (no-friction surface), scratch resistance. Rimless for totally unobscured vision.
  • Frame features: TR90 strong but light temples, with flexible temple tips for comfort. Slim profile temples ideal for wearing under ear defenders. Small, unobtrusive, adjustable non-slip nose piece, and cam hinges for snap closure.
  • Available as: 7 Helix Individual Colours (Grey, Light Yellow, Orange, Purple, Rose, Vermilion, Yellow), Helix Interchangeable 4 Lens Set, Helix Interchangeable 5 Lens Set, Helix 4 Colour Bundle.

Magnex – Magnetic lens system

  • Lens features: Bhive polycarbonate lens material that offers enhanced clarity, improved impact protection (exceeding EN166F & ANSI Z87.1 standards) and high chemical resistance. Lenses attach with magnets – change a lens in under 5 seconds. Class 1 optical grade UV400 lens. Advanced multi-feature lens coatings: Oleophobic+Hydrophobic, easy lens cleaning (no-friction surface), scratch resistance.
  • Frame features: TR90 strong but light frame, with flexible temple tips for comfort. Fully adjustable nose piece to raise the frame by 7mm. Cam hinges for snap closure. 
  • Available as: Magnex Interchangeable 3 Lens Set, Magnex Interchangeable 4 Lens Set, Magnex Interchangeable 5 Lens Set.

Shop now – explore our full range of shooting eyewear and find the perfect pair for your needs.

Download the Evolution shooting & safety eyewear brochure below for a full guide.

Evolution Shooting & Safety Eyewear Brochure