Dear Daniel, I wanna thank you for all your videos on transitions lenses. I have watched many of them (repeatedly!) since last year. You have no idea how much you 've helped me so far. Actually because of this video I have already ordered the blue sapphire lenses in an aviator (Ray-Ban-like) black frame and I am looking forward to them. I love this very dark blue color, it looks kind of masculine and elegant. Thanks again Daniel, keep on doing all the good work. I definitely will keep watching your videos! Take care
Thank you for this nice review! Needless to say I have been MIA for a while on this channel. In case you have not yet found me I just wanted to let you know that most of my content is now appearing on the Hicks Brunson Eyewear channel.
Thank you for this super helpful video. It’s very cool to see the lab as well. I used to have Transitions before but didn’t know they come with different colors. Sapphire looks awesome!
I’m glad you enjoyed the video. I would highly recommend you try transition lenses again. The technology has improved a lot just in the last few years.
Awesome video on Transitions Gen 8 Sapphire Style Colors 🙌 I really like your Face a Face frame and enjoyed watching the edging process. Keep up the great work!
Thank you! I believe we are in the golden age of photochromic lenses right now. We have colorful frames trending, and colorful Transitions lens options to go with them. Win-win!
Thank you for the in-depth review! I just ordered the sapphire to go with a CK frame that fades from dark blue to light pink. I didn’t want the lenses too bright blue, though, so glad to see what they will look like ahead of time.
@@socalpimp1974 Yeah, it’s a deep blue greyish color, but blue and purple are so near each other on the color spectrum that I know some see purple in the blue.
I ordered the sapphire Transitions lenses. I run 🏃♂️ regularly and I found your video very informative as to the lenses reaction to UV light. Thanks Daniel.
i ordered a pair of titanium (japan edition) rayban prescription eyeglasses with this sapphire transition color.. about $726.. most i've ever purchased for glasses but i know the quality will look and feel incredible. thanks for this helpful video. i wanted the amethyst originally but these are a better blend of blue/grey/purple
I just ordered my first pair of transition lenses in my new frames with Sapphire Transition lenses. I was a bit worried everything would look blue, but I like that you said the colors look true so I’m excited to see what they’re like when they get here.
@@baseball12ification I really like them, but I don’t think they’re a perfect replacement for sunglasses. They are better than not having sunglasses, but they don’t feel like they block out as much as regular ones do. Also, the tint in my car prevents them from transitioning so on really sunny days I’ll wear regular sunglasses. That being said, I love them. I think they’re great at what they do and they transition insanely quickly to dark. Then they go back to mostly clear very quick, but the last little bit takes a second. They are extremely impressive technology. I really love them.
I just ordered the blue transitions in a SPY frame. Thanks for the video. I was honestly expecting more of a blue hue but it still does look pretty cool!
I'm glad it helped. Look at the blue sky with and without it. It will make it look more blue. If you have a grey lens then you can compare the two, and you will see the difference.
@@seeingclearly the lab ended up calling me saying that blue wasn't an option with my SPY frames so I went with yellow. They are due to be here this week all the way from Syria !
Hello there , I just received my new transitions prescription and I got amethyst color Gen 8 . My next ones I cannot wait to get is the emerald but I LOVE TRANSITIONS ❤️
It seems like they got darker under the UV light than they did outside. I literally just got my first pair of transition Gen 8 in Amber. I wish they got darker outside 😢 nice video. Cool seeing how the lens is cut. ✌🏽✌🏽
I purchased the Face a Face yellow frames because of this video. Thanks for introducing me to this great line! I tried the sapphire transitions but they are not as blue as I thought they would be. I find that they darken to more of a grey color.
I didn't know that all Transitions lenses use a base dark color such as grey and brown to make the Gen 8 lenses darker for all you folks. I personally feel you should produce what you advertise. Bases were not added in the original lenses and were advertised as such. The original Gen 8 lenses were colorful and changed to the dark color that were chosen. You could coordinate the colors with any colorful frame. Now they are Black, with no color. Why advertise and choose the different colors when you could've chose black lenses in the beginning. There's no new colors, just dark grey and dark brown. FALSE ADVERTISING!!
I appreciate the video! It is cool seeing the sapphire since there aren't a lot of videos on it. Getting new glasses next week so I plan on getting the sapphire. Haven't really seen the other colors in-depth but I think i like the sapphire best since I tend to wear darker clothes and feel like it matches best.
Glad I could help! I plan to eventually release more videos on the other colors and some of the Style Mirrors as well. I hope you enjoy your new glasses!
Wow, these color transitions have been around for a while. But I just ordered some and wanted to see what they look like.iv never worn transitions before.ironic, considering I have super low light vision and the sun physically hurts.😅 They are sapphire too.
It's false advertisement. It's true that they don't change to the color that you choose. They add a base grey or brown to make the lenses go darker which changes the actual color you choose. Nothing to do with any UV or climate you reside in. You pick your color to match your frame and you get a different color. The outer surface is not the same as the inside.
You are wrong @Rain. I have Sapphire Blue and the Ametyst, and the added base grey makes the lens so dark that it isn't a Sapphire or Amethyst color. Style Colors are to match the frames, not to be a total dark sunglass. The original and advertised colors have shown that fact. Research some more @Rain before you comment. @@Rain-oq7vh
Thanks for the detailed video. I was wondering if the style colours had any impact at all esp. if you have a get a lens like the Varilux X? Else why is it in a separate category rather than it just being another colour that’s offered like the grey/brown/greens of the world. Also, the frames look cool - would’ve been nice to get a closeup though when you were trying on the different ones. 😊
They put them in a separate category to differentiate that they are new colors designed to add style to your eyewear as opposed to the classic grey and brown colors that are more geared to towards function. Thanks for the feedback. I'll be sure to show more close ups on this channel. I think I have done a better job at that over on the Hicks Brunson Eyewear channel here: czcams.com/users/HicksBrunsonEyewearTulsafeatured
Wonderful video! Thank you! 2 questions: What are the frames you are wearing while you measure and cut the lens, and, can your lab reproduce a lens from an old pair that I have? They are a wire top rim Gucci with a simple SV prescription.
Thank you David! In that scene I am wearing the Waldorf by Masunaga. It’s one of my favorite frames. If you want one please send an email to daniel@hicksbrunson.com, and please send more details about your Gucci frame and I will see if I can help you with it as well.
Thank you! I think they feel very similar looking through them. Back to back quick comparisons will reveal that the amethyst color does shift colors ever so slightly towards a purple tone compared to the grey which does not.
I have the amethyst one and in the sunlight you can see the violet color. Indoor you can see too before it get clear, but it's a bit more visible outdoor. They are different.
Very great review! Do the 8th Genaration have variable polarization? I noticed when you held them on your hand against the pond, the glare had gone away.
Thank you! Signature Gen 8 does not have variable polarization, although as you noticed they are still quite effective at controlling light. I’ve found them to be quite satisfying even without polarization in most environments. As of now the only Transitions product with variable polarization is Transitions Vantage. A future product release of Transitions XTRActive will have variable polarization that was originally planned for late 2020, but with the pandemic I’m not sure when that release will happen.
@@seeingclearly when they release that Xtractive with polarization, I may contact you to customize some pair of sunglasses for me. I have in mind the a pair of Rec Specs frame but I will wait to try them on first as I m not sure about their peripheral vision. Is 8t possible to fit a lens in a base-8 frame ? Thanks again.
Aluchi Del Pasado That sounds cool! I’d love to help. In general 8 base frames can be done, but not if your Rx is a high minus power. If you will send me your Rx I can get a better idea. My email is daniel@hicksbrunson.com
Great question Mark! I've never done a comparison test until now. I just took both colors outside and did a side by side comparison of both Grey and Sapphire. I can now conclusively say that the Sapphire color does render the blue sky more blue than the grey, and I will add that it is a pleasant blue shade at that.
@@MarkArellano I agree that the grey is darker. The two colors appear to be quite similar in darkness, but when I compare the two side by side looking through the lenses, I observe the bright white color of clouds to be less bright while looking through the grey vs the Sapphire.
The Blue Mirrors are really cool! I have a pair that I featured in a video on the Mirrors for my other channel. See link: czcams.com/video/SEidKJ0ThkI/video.html
Gen 8 was not really designed to work well in the car. It is faster to change and is available in more colors like Sapphire as you noted, but does not compare to XTRActive in the car. XTRActive is available in Grey, Brown, and Graphite Green.
Hello Jason. I love them too! Please try the link again. I fixed it so you can now shop the Picca 1. We are temporarily out of stock, but we have more on the way so if you purchase now the frame will ship on about 1 week.
It generally take just short of 5 minutes to turn completely clear. The fade back time will vary depending on temperature and how dark the lenses got outdoors. It’s also important to understand that you will hardly be aware that this is happening, because it happens gradually as your eyes are adjusting.
Since Style Colors are running on Transitions Signature technology, they only activate in direct sunlight. So there's no activation in the car. Check out Transitions XTRActive for behind the windshield activation.
Is this a sapphire ar coating? or are they a sapphire color. I live in the Savannah GA. area and "NO ONE" has the sapphire lenses. Can you help direct me to someone in this area?
Hello Tina. This is a Transitions Sapphire lens tint color. I don't know anyone in your area, but if you want to call or email me I may be able to help. daniel@hicksbrunson.com or 918-743-6478. Ask for Daniel. You can also DM me on Instagram @see.ing.clearly
frames: it is frustrating, so many pretty frames, but I have to have nosepads or they slip right down, and for earpieces: I am allergic to the to metal except titanium.
There are some other great Style Colors. I’ll make a video on them soon. For now please check out this video that covers all the Style Mirrors that I made for my other channel. czcams.com/video/SEidKJ0ThkI/video.html
The blue color or any color will be less noticeable the darker the lens becomes. If you look at the lens against a white paper background when it is only partially darkened to say only about 30 to 50% darkness, you will see the Sapphire blue much more clearly.
As with all tinted colors on lenses or anywhere, the blue becomes less visible the darker they get and more visible the lighter they get. So the blue color will show more at the mid-tint point than at the darker point. It will also be more easily seen when held against a white background.
Dear Daniel,
I wanna thank you for all your videos on transitions lenses. I have watched many of them (repeatedly!) since last year. You have no idea how much you 've helped me so far. Actually because of this video I have already ordered the blue sapphire lenses in an aviator (Ray-Ban-like) black frame and I am looking forward to them. I love this very dark blue color, it looks kind of masculine and elegant.
Thanks again Daniel, keep on doing all the good work. I definitely will keep watching your videos!
Take care
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Thank you for this nice review! Needless to say I have been MIA for a while on this channel. In case you have not yet found me I just wanted to let you know that most of my content is now appearing on the Hicks Brunson Eyewear channel.
Thank you for this super helpful video. It’s very cool to see the lab as well. I used to have Transitions before but didn’t know they come with different colors. Sapphire looks awesome!
I’m glad you enjoyed the video. I would highly recommend you try transition lenses again. The technology has improved a lot just in the last few years.
Awesome video on Transitions Gen 8 Sapphire Style Colors 🙌 I really like your Face a Face frame and enjoyed watching the edging process. Keep up the great work!
Thank you! I believe we are in the golden age of photochromic lenses right now. We have colorful frames trending, and colorful Transitions lens options to go with them. Win-win!
heck I wish I had become an optician. It looks so interesting.
Thank you for the in-depth review! I just ordered the sapphire to go with a CK frame that fades from dark blue to light pink. I didn’t want the lenses too bright blue, though, so glad to see what they will look like ahead of time.
Sounds like a nice pairing!
Looks purple to me
@@socalpimp1974 Yeah, it’s a deep blue greyish color, but blue and purple are so near each other on the color spectrum that I know some see purple in the blue.
Very nice detailed video, thanks for the info! 👍
I'm glad it was helpful! I've kept this list of 10 points at my desk for years now, and I hope you can get as much benefit from them as I have.
I ordered the sapphire Transitions lenses. I run 🏃♂️ regularly and I found your video very informative as to the lenses reaction to UV light. Thanks Daniel.
Glad it was helpful!
What about the Transition Sapphire lenses, how was the experience?
@@eduardoalas9728 I enjoy the sapphire transitions. But they are pricey.
was the sapphire good for running?
That frame looks amazing on you!
i ordered a pair of titanium (japan edition) rayban prescription eyeglasses with this sapphire transition color.. about $726.. most i've ever purchased for glasses but i know the quality will look and feel incredible. thanks for this helpful video. i wanted the amethyst originally but these are a better blend of blue/grey/purple
Thanks for sharing!
I just ordered my first pair of transition lenses in my new frames with Sapphire Transition lenses. I was a bit worried everything would look blue, but I like that you said the colors look true so I’m excited to see what they’re like when they get here.
How do you feel about them?
@@baseball12ification I really like them, but I don’t think they’re a perfect replacement for sunglasses. They are better than not having sunglasses, but they don’t feel like they block out as much as regular ones do. Also, the tint in my car prevents them from transitioning so on really sunny days I’ll wear regular sunglasses. That being said, I love them. I think they’re great at what they do and they transition insanely quickly to dark. Then they go back to mostly clear very quick, but the last little bit takes a second. They are extremely impressive technology. I really love them.
This video is fascinating in so many ways!
I love your videos, they are super informative and super fun!
Thanks so much!
Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!
Glad I could help!
I just ordered the blue transitions in a SPY frame. Thanks for the video. I was honestly expecting more of a blue hue but it still does look pretty cool!
I'm glad it helped. Look at the blue sky with and without it. It will make it look more blue. If you have a grey lens then you can compare the two, and you will see the difference.
@@seeingclearly the lab ended up calling me saying that blue wasn't an option with my SPY frames so I went with yellow. They are due to be here this week all the way from Syria !
Beautiful dispensary- thanks for the review
Thank you!
Thanks for an Excellent review, I`m going for the sapphire in my Ray Ban RB4105
Hello there , I just received my new transitions prescription and I got amethyst color Gen 8 . My next ones I cannot wait to get is the emerald but I LOVE TRANSITIONS ❤️
It seems like they got darker under the UV light than they did outside. I literally just got my first pair of transition Gen 8 in Amber. I wish they got darker outside 😢 nice video. Cool seeing how the lens is cut. ✌🏽✌🏽
Wow. Found you by accident And love your work. Subscribed
I purchased the Face a Face yellow frames because of this video. Thanks for introducing me to this great line!
I tried the sapphire transitions but they are not as blue as I thought they would be. I find that they darken to more of a grey color.
I didn't know that all Transitions lenses use a base dark color such as grey and brown to make the Gen 8 lenses darker for all you folks. I personally feel you should produce what you advertise. Bases were not added in the original lenses and were advertised as such. The original Gen 8 lenses were colorful and changed to the dark color that were chosen. You could coordinate the colors with any colorful frame. Now they are Black, with no color. Why advertise and choose the different colors when you could've chose black lenses in the beginning. There's no new colors, just dark grey and dark brown. FALSE ADVERTISING!!
I appreciate the video! It is cool seeing the sapphire since there aren't a lot of videos on it. Getting new glasses next week so I plan on getting the sapphire. Haven't really seen the other colors in-depth but I think i like the sapphire best since I tend to wear darker clothes and feel like it matches best.
Glad I could help! I plan to eventually release more videos on the other colors and some of the Style Mirrors as well. I hope you enjoy your new glasses!
Nice video and review. Im about to get one in few week
Cool 👍
Wow, these color transitions have been around for a while. But I just ordered some and wanted to see what they look like.iv never worn transitions before.ironic, considering I have super low light vision and the sun physically hurts.😅 They are sapphire too.
what would be the result if you put a gold flash mirror on this sapphire blue?
It's false advertisement. It's true that they don't change to the color that you choose. They add a base grey or brown to make the lenses go darker which changes the actual color you choose. Nothing to do with any UV or climate you reside in. You pick your color to match your frame and you get a different color. The outer surface is not the same as the inside.
In the end they are all black unless you pick brown it's a tint like the cars so not false advertising
You are wrong @Rain. I have Sapphire Blue and the Ametyst, and the added base grey makes the lens so dark that it isn't a Sapphire or Amethyst color. Style Colors are to match the frames, not to be a total dark sunglass. The original and advertised colors have shown that fact. Research some more @Rain before you comment. @@Rain-oq7vh
Thanks for the detailed video. I was wondering if the style colours had any impact at all esp. if you have a get a lens like the Varilux X? Else why is it in a separate category rather than it just being another colour that’s offered like the grey/brown/greens of the world. Also, the frames look cool - would’ve been nice to get a closeup though when you were trying on the different ones. 😊
They put them in a separate category to differentiate that they are new colors designed to add style to your eyewear as opposed to the classic grey and brown colors that are more geared to towards function. Thanks for the feedback. I'll be sure to show more close ups on this channel. I think I have done a better job at that over on the Hicks Brunson Eyewear channel here: czcams.com/users/HicksBrunsonEyewearTulsafeatured
@@seeingclearly Thanks, I appreciate the reply. I will also check your other channel and also for being so open to feedback.
Daniel how many frames do you have For yourself ?
Thanks this is super helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
Looking good
Good vid!
Thanks!
What color Transition lens do you recommend? I like the sapphire color, but I'm afraid that everything I see looks blue.
Don't we try to avoid blue light ? How does this jive ?
can you review “sapphire” vs “xtractive polarized” ?
Thank you for great review. Can you tell me are these lenses comes with protection from blue light or I have to pay extra for that coat? Kind regards
Blue light protection is built in.
Wonderful video! Thank you! 2 questions: What are the frames you are wearing while you measure and cut the lens, and, can your lab reproduce a lens from an old pair that I have? They are a wire top rim Gucci with a simple SV prescription.
Thank you David! In that scene I am wearing the Waldorf by Masunaga. It’s one of my favorite frames. If you want one please send an email to daniel@hicksbrunson.com, and please send more details about your Gucci frame and I will see if I can help you with it as well.
Useful video😘😘😘
Thank you!
Your reviews are the best! Is there a huge difference between amethyst and grey?
Thank you! I think they feel very similar looking through them. Back to back quick comparisons will reveal that the amethyst color does shift colors ever so slightly towards a purple tone compared to the grey which does not.
I have the amethyst one and in the sunlight you can see the violet color. Indoor you can see too before it get clear, but it's a bit more visible outdoor. They are different.
Are they just as dark as a normal polarized prescription sunglasses.
Very great review!
Do the 8th Genaration have variable polarization?
I noticed when you held them on your hand against the pond, the glare had gone away.
Thank you! Signature Gen 8 does not have variable polarization, although as you noticed they are still quite effective at controlling light. I’ve found them to be quite satisfying even without polarization in most environments. As of now the only Transitions product with variable polarization is Transitions Vantage. A future product release of Transitions XTRActive will have variable polarization that was originally planned for late 2020, but with the pandemic I’m not sure when that release will happen.
@@seeingclearly when they release that Xtractive with polarization, I may contact you to customize some pair of sunglasses for me. I have in mind the a pair of Rec Specs frame but I will wait to try them on first as I m not sure about their peripheral vision.
Is 8t possible to fit a lens in a base-8 frame ?
Thanks again.
Aluchi Del Pasado That sounds cool! I’d love to help. In general 8 base frames can be done, but not if your Rx is a high minus power. If you will send me your Rx I can get a better idea. My email is daniel@hicksbrunson.com
Buen video y buen aporte saludos desde Costa Rica
Thanks for the great review! Do the sapphire lenses render a blue sky bluer than gray transitions, or about the same?
Great question Mark! I've never done a comparison test until now. I just took both colors outside and did a side by side comparison of both Grey and Sapphire. I can now conclusively say that the Sapphire color does render the blue sky more blue than the grey, and I will add that it is a pleasant blue shade at that.
@@seeingclearly Good to know-thanks for the info! The gray does darken more than the sapphire in direct sunlight, though, is that right?
@@MarkArellano I agree that the grey is darker. The two colors appear to be quite similar in darkness, but when I compare the two side by side looking through the lenses, I observe the bright white color of clouds to be less bright while looking through the grey vs the Sapphire.
Aren’t you the keyboard player in DEVO?
I want the blue mirror ones
The Blue Mirrors are really cool! I have a pair that I featured in a video on the Mirrors for my other channel. See link:
czcams.com/video/SEidKJ0ThkI/video.html
I really want the sapphire but I know they don’t do that color in transition xtra active. How does gen 8 sapphire seem to work in the car?
Gen 8 was not really designed to work well in the car. It is faster to change and is available in more colors like Sapphire as you noted, but does not compare to XTRActive in the car. XTRActive is available in Grey, Brown, and Graphite Green.
Where can you get those exact frames? The yellow and blue... The link doesn't work and can't find it on the site. Love them!
Hello Jason. I love them too! Please try the link again. I fixed it so you can now shop the Picca 1. We are temporarily out of stock, but we have more on the way so if you purchase now the frame will ship on about 1 week.
@@seeingclearly thank you! I’ll keep an eye on them.
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How many seconds it will take to get back to indoor plane glasses ?
It generally take just short of 5 minutes to turn completely clear. The fade back time will vary depending on temperature and how dark the lenses got outdoors. It’s also important to understand that you will hardly be aware that this is happening, because it happens gradually as your eyes are adjusting.
Thanks for the video.. how are they in the car?
Since Style Colors are running on Transitions Signature technology, they only activate in direct sunlight. So there's no activation in the car. Check out Transitions XTRActive for behind the windshield activation.
Is this a sapphire ar coating? or are they a sapphire color. I live in the Savannah GA. area and "NO ONE" has the sapphire lenses. Can you help direct me to someone in this area?
Hello Tina. This is a Transitions Sapphire lens tint color. I don't know anyone in your area, but if you want to call or email me I may be able to help. daniel@hicksbrunson.com or 918-743-6478. Ask for Daniel. You can also DM me on Instagram @see.ing.clearly
@@seeingclearly
I will call you on Monday. Thank you for trying to assist me.
Is it just as dark with the grey?
I find the darkness to be quite similar to Grey.
Was that a Masunaga Waldolf you have on the video?
Yes it was!
how can i order... and how much the cost?
Please check us out online at HicksBrunson.com. If you still have questions you can send us a message there.
frames: it is frustrating, so many pretty frames, but I have to have nosepads or they slip right down, and for earpieces: I am allergic to the to metal except titanium.
how about the other colors?
There are some other great Style Colors. I’ll make a video on them soon. For now please check out this video that covers all the Style Mirrors that I made for my other channel.
czcams.com/video/SEidKJ0ThkI/video.html
I wonder how sapphire looks like on cloudy. I chose amber because it looks aesthetically good even on midday sunlight.
I think Sapphire looks nice at the mid-tint on a cloudy day, but I’m with you that my favorite mid-tint look is Amber.
Whats frame ?
I’m wearing Picca 1 by Face A Face here.
The color isn't like the commercial , I bought them it doesn't turn in safphire entirely
The blue color or any color will be less noticeable the darker the lens becomes. If you look at the lens against a white paper background when it is only partially darkened to say only about 30 to 50% darkness, you will see the Sapphire blue much more clearly.
It looks like a bit purple
There is another color called Amethyst that is more of a purple color tone.
They’re not blue though
As with all tinted colors on lenses or anywhere, the blue becomes less visible the darker they get and more visible the lighter they get. So the blue color will show more at the mid-tint point than at the darker point. It will also be more easily seen when held against a white background.
Sapphire looks like grey, in the adds looks different ,so different, for me it is a fraud, so disappointed 😞
can u deliver abroad to israel?
My online store at HicksBrunson.com will ship frames to Israel, however currently we ship frames only and not prescription lenses.