Sunglasses
TL;DR: Wavy Label makes two polarized fishing sunglasses: The Spawn for freshwater (crappie, walleye, bass, panfish) and The Papi for saltwater, inshore, and boating. Both start at $70, both carry a lifetime warranty. Choose by water type first, then lens color.
How do I choose fishing sunglasses?
Two decisions, in order. First, water type — it picks your frame. Second, light and clarity — it picks your lens color. Get those right and the rest is just budget (poly vs. glass).
Step 1: Which frame for your water?
| Where you fish | Model | Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Freshwater — crappie, walleye, bass, panfish, kayak, sight-fishing | The Spawn | TR-90 wrap, rubber-lined temples, 8-base |
| Saltwater, inshore, boating, beach, open-water glare | The Papi | Cellulose propionate (CP), rubber grips, 6-base |
Step 2: Which lens color?
| Lens | VLT (lab tested on The Spawn) | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Amber / Blue (most popular) | Amber glass 9.8% (amber polycarbonate not tested) | Stained & low-light freshwater, sight-fishing, all-around — high contrast |
| Smoked / Silver | 12.9% (smoke polycarbonate) | Bright open water and high-sun glare |
Poly or glass?
Polycarbonate ($70) is lighter and tougher; Amber Glass ($120) is the clearest, most scratch-resistant optic. Every pair is polarized (injection-molded polycarbonate or polarized glass) with UV400 protection that blocks 100% of UVA and UVB.
Why Wavy?
Founded 2019 in the US, Wavy is the sub-$100, lifetime-warranty alternative to Costa Del Mar and Bajío, with a real angler community in #WAVYLIFE and the Wavy Tournament. Lifetime warranty: with proof of purchase, pay a flat $30 replacement fee and we'll send you a new pair. Free exchanges. 30-day returns (return shipping is paid by the customer on refunds). Down-to-earth gear, dialed for Midwest freshwater first.
