- Overview
Inspired By:
The pristine sands of Maui’s Kapalua Beach. Sheltered by a natural lava cove, its shimmering bay offers clear views of butterfly fish, parrotfish and humuhumunukunukuapua’a (the state fish). An MJ classic.Perfect for: Fast action or everyday wear — lens treatments and frames are saltwater safe
Design: A mid-sized, sporty sunglass crafted of titanium alloy for incredible lightness and rimless for unobstructed views
Shape: Softer, rectangular frame that hugs the head and complements a range of facial shapes
Care: Maui Jim case and cleaning cloth included
- Lenses
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Neutral Grey: Perfect for especially bright, direct sunlight. Offers rich color and contrast along with the highest available light production, unlike ordinary grey lenses that flatten light evenly across the spectrum.
HCL® Bronze: For everyday variable conditions, from full sun to overcast. Provides excellent contrast. Great if you love a warm, subtle bronze tint
Maui Rose®: For everyday variable conditions, from full sun to overcast. The highest contrast available – excellent for fast moving sports. Provides a subtle rose tint.
PolarizedPlus®2: In every pair of Maui Jims you’ll find our patented, color-infused lens technology that wipes out 99.9% of glare, 100% of harmful UV and boosts color via specially designed lens treatments. So your view is clearer, with crisper contrast and amazing brilliance.
Polycarbonate: When durability and protection against shattering are the priority, choose a lens that stands up to your most intense activities. Scratch- and impact-resistant. Injection molded for crisp optics. With patented lens treatments that infuse your view with vivid color. Your lightest choice for long days in the sun.
CLEARSHELL® Scratch Coating: A proprietary, silicone-based hard coat that protects your lenses. Glass is naturally scratch-resistant but Maui Evolution and polycarbonate lenses perform better longer with the added durability of our optically correct Clearshell. Applied to front and back of the lens.
- Frame/Fit
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FRAME
Material: Beta-titanium alloy contains extremely lightweight titanium, aluminum and vanadium for maximum strength and flexibility; flexible temples will not kink or break, allowing for easy adjustment
Finishing Treatment: Smooth metal for a sleek look
Hinge: Hingeless frame with flexible wire temples hugs the head for superior fit and comfort
Bridge: Saddle-style with adjustable, non-slip silicone nose pads for comfort
FIT
Designed to look and fit best on: a range of facial shapes
- Specifications:
- (eye) 57
- (bridge) 17
- (temple) 135
- 8-base curve
- Reviews
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Customer Reviews
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Love the Kapalua
Review by: JLDCFO -
I have worn the Rose colored Kapalua for about 4-5 years, and these are my favorite sunglasses. They are so comfortable, I can't even feel them once they are on. They hug my face and NEVER slip. I also have a pair in the grey, but I really don't like the grey as much, the contrast is much better with the rose or bronze. Having had lasik surgery, my eyes are very sensitive, and I need as much contrast boost as I can get. These do it for me. The only thing that is the slightest nit is that wearing these outside in bright sunlight, they are probably not as dark as I should really have, and since they aren't really a shield, there is pretty significant light leakage over the top of the lenses. But, I don't let that stop me from wearing them, except when I'm around the pool, then I put on some ultra dark wraps that block all the light. Just broke the bridge on them today so I will definiitely pay for the repair!
(Posted on 11/28/12)
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great sunglasses
Review by: fred -
This is my third pair of Maui Jims over the last 10 years. By far the best pair i've ever owned. Light weight and clearest lens ever!!!!
(Posted on 11/28/12)
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Best Shades Ever!
Review by: JMax -
L i v i n g i n t h e S W a n d a t a m i l e h i g h r e q u i r e s a s e r i o u s p a i r o f s u n g l a s s e s y e a r r o u n d . . . I g o t m y f i r s t p a i r a s a g i f t a n d f i n a l l y r e a l i z e d w h y p e o p l e h a n d o v e r t h e c a s h t h e y d o f o r a p a i r o f s u n g l a s s e s . I n o r m a l l y g o t h r u a s e t a g l a s s e s e v e r y c o u p l e m o n t h s h o w e v e r t h e s e h a v e h e l d u p a m a z i n g l y e n d u r i n g n e a r l y 2 y e a r s o f a b s o l u t e t o r t u r e ! T h e y a r e a p e r f e c t f i t , I h a r d l y n o t i c e I m w e a r i n g t h e m a n d w h e n I d o n ' t n e e d t h e m t h e y r a p a r o u n d m y n e c k s o I d o n ' t l e a v e t h e m b e h i n d . F o r a l l t h e a b u s e t h a t I h a v e p u t t h e s e t h i n g s t h r u t h e l e n s e s a r e s t i l l i n a m a z i n g s h a p e - I ' v e e v e n s a t o n t h e m a f e w t i m e s a n d t h e y b e n d r i g h t b a c k i n t o s h a p e ! ! W h e n s o m e o n e t r i e s t h e m o n t h e y r e a l l y c a n ' t b e l i e v e t h e d i f f e r e n c e b e t w e e n t h e p o l a r i z e d l e n s e s o n t h e s e a s c o m p a r e d t o t h e i r m a l l k i o s k g l a s s e s . I w e a r t h e s e t h i n g s e v e r y w h e r e i n t h e c a r , g o l f i n g , i n t h e w a t e r , r i d i n g t h e m o t o r c y c l e & S a w e e t S h a d e s !
(Posted on 11/28/12)
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Fragile contruction.
Review by: exec1107 -
My first MJs. I like the fit, the lens optical quality and the light weight. Despite how they are portrayed on the MJ website ("really active"), these glasses are very fragile. I returned them for repairs three times in one year for cracked lenses at the nose bridge, and in the end, did not want them back. IMHO, not worth the money to buy or the inconvenience of shipping them in for multiple repairs. Excellent optical quality lenses, but too prone to cracking. I suggest you pass on these.
(Posted on 11/28/12)
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lightest glasses but have flaws
Review by: JSarcom -
These are the lightest and clearest sunglasses I've owned. However, I also went through 2 pairs in 3 years. They both broke at the bridge between the lens. I kept them in the hard case they came in and never played sports with them. the metal stress comes from merely opening the frame and putting the glasses on. I am not sure wheat can be done since they are out of warranty. I just can't afford to go through $275 sunglasses like this so I bought a pair of Oakleys hoping they would last a few more years.
(Posted on 11/28/12)
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Love these!!
Review by: tobyhir -
When you put these on, it's like putting on your favourite clothes...THEY JUST FIT TO A TEE! And the lenses, they're just comfort to the eyes...after you buy one pair, there's no need to look elsewhere...MAUI JIM's are the way to go!! Thanx for a super product! :)
(Posted on 11/28/12)
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Utility glasses
Review by: southerngq -
I have owned this pair for several years and I like them a lot. They are SUPER lightweight and you can barely tell you have them on. The lenses are not as dark as some models, but stil offer sufficient protection and block glare. If you like a really dark lens, you might want a different pair.
The frame on this pair has a weakness. When not wearing the glasses, they fold into themselves and hook into the nose piece. Unfortunately, the frame can only take so much of this bending, and the can snap at the bridge.
Overall, a nice pair of glasses for almost any use.(Posted on 11/28/12)
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Great Glasses
Review by: Hunny -
These are very confortable fitting glasses, very light. The only negative to this style is have to use both hand to take on and off. If you are out for the day tho it is well worth it -due to confort!! I own this style along with other styles of Maui Jims and would not ever consider purchasing a different brand. The glare is gone with Maui Jims - like no other sunglass on the market. My eyes are very sensitive to sunlight but Maui Jims keep me in total confort!! I think for the confort tho you need to try on the glasses yourself due to different styles and face shapes before purchasing! If you are not satified with Maui Jims it is because you do not have the correct fit or style!!With the Correct fit YOU CAN'T GO WRONG!!!!
(Posted on 11/28/12)
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Best sunglasses I've ever worn.
Review by: Major -
The Kapalua sunglasses are the best sunglasses I have ever owned. I particularily like their lightweight, and their style. Eye protection is excellent; glare is virtually gone, even when reflected directly off the rear windshield of the car you may be following. Great sunglasses.
(Posted on 11/28/12)
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My MJ's Rock!
Review by: SassyTexan -
I totally love my MJ's, they are great in all types of weather, they are lightweight and stylish! Sometimes you even forget you have them on!
(Posted on 11/28/12)
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Love the Kapalua





