Why is it called Maui Jim?

The company's roots began in 1980 when a fisherman began selling sunglasses on the beaches of Maui, Hawaii. He was known as the original "Maui Jim". Several years later, the company developed polarized sunglasses to protect eyes from glare and ultraviolet rays.

What is so special about Maui Jim sunglasses?

Maui Jim sunglasses allow you to see color in ways you have never seen before, thanks to their patented PolarizedPlus2 technology. Their unique formula of digital polarization enhances color in bright conditions, leaving you with a crisper and more vibrant visual world.

Is Maui Jim a luxury brand?

Maui Jim successfully competes with other brands of luxury sunglasses with its durable, exceptional quality eyewear. It continues to be a top choice among frequent travelers and beach lovers.

Is Maui Jim from Maui?

Maui Jim got its start in 1980 as a small company selling sunglasses on Ka'anapali beach in Lahaina, Maui.

What island are Maui Jim sunglasses inspired by?

Inspired by the beauty and culture of Maui, the Maui Jim mission is to spread aloha through clarity, detail and vivid colour that represents the beautiful Lahaina Island. Colour is extremely important to the Maui Jim brand.

The End of Maui Jim

Who owns Maui Jim?

Kering Eyewear has signed an agreement to acquire Maui Jim, Inc. Founded in 1987, Maui Jim is the world's largest independently owned high-end eyewear brand with a leading position in North America.

Are Maui Jims worth it?

Our Verdict. The Maui Jim Kahis are a great all-around pair of shades that boast great coverage, quality, and performance. They one of our top choices for everyday shades. Their lenses provide top-notch protection, superb clarity, and excellent contrast while remaining fairly true-to-color.

Are Maui Jims made in China?

Are Maui Jim lenses made in China? No. All Maui Jim lenses and frames are manufactured in Italy and Japan.

Are any Maui Jims Made in Japan?

Maui Jim Support Team

All Maui Jim frames and lenses are manufactured in Italy or Japan.

Which is the best sunglasses brand in the world?

Does Maui Jim make their own lenses?

Maui Jim Support Team

Maui Jim does manufacture progressive sunglasses with polarized lenses. However, all orders for prescription lenses must be processed through an authorized Maui Jim Rx retailer.

How much did Kering buy Maui Jim for?

The value of the deal was not disclosed, but Exane BNP Paribas said the purchase price likely came to around 1.5 billion euros, estimating Maui Jim's annual sales at around 300 million euros with operating profit of around 20% in 2021.

Are Maui Jims better than Ray Bans?

The UV protection is the same whether polarized, or non-polarized. Ray-Ban and Maui Jim lenses both provide UV protection, and that is what counts. If you are looking for polarized, Maui Jim is your go-to. It's one of the few sunglass brands where the entire line is polarized.

How long do Maui Jim lenses last?

We expect our lenses to last 2-5 years, or even longer, if taken care of. We also coat the lenses so that they are virtually scratch resistant. Pretty great, huh? Traditionally, as you may know, glass Maui Jim sunglass lenses are polarized.

Are all Maui Jim polarized?

Yes, all Maui Jim sunglasses lenses are polarized and block 100% of UVA, B and C rays up to 400nm. Our polarized sunglasses with UV protection block 99.9% of glare and manage 95% of HEV and blue light.

What is the primary reason for the growth and popularity of Maui Jim sunglasses?

Maui Jim's claim to fame has been the excellence and innovation of its lenses, and the fact that in comparison to other brands, most customers agree that lense protection and distorsion-free clarity offered by Maui is unsurpassed.

What are Maui Jim frames made of?

These timeless, elegant frames are made from ultra-lightweight beta titanium, and are available in 10 lens shapes, 11 colors and 3 temple lengths.

Are Maui Jim glasses glass?

Maui Jim offers 5 different lens materials. The only one that is made of glass is Maui Jim's SuperThin Glass.

Are all Maui Jim Sunglasses UV protected?

All Maui Jim lenses block 100% of all harmful UV rays, protecting your eyes from damage and long-term health risks. Sunglasses that do not provide UV protection can actually cause more damage because they shade the eye, allowing for more UV rays to hit the pupil.

Where are Oakleys made?

In addition to manufacturing at Oakley's interplanetary headquarters in Foothill Ranch, California, some eyewear components and finished products are also manufactured in facilities owned and operated by our parent company, Luxottica Group, or by select 3 supply partners around the world.

What's the best polarized sunglasses?

Do Maui Jim sunglasses have a lifetime warranty?

Maui Jim sunglasses are warranted to the original purchaser for two full years from the date of purchase against any defect in materials and workmanship when purchased from an authorized Maui Jim reseller. This warranty is void if original lenses or frames are altered.

What is the best sunglass lens?

Dr. Leigh Plowman, Optometrist and Dry Eye Directory founder, recommends seeking out shades with polarized lenses that help reduce glare and eye strain1. Beyond that, shades should also be comfortable and offer top protection.