Kaupo Gap 61mm Polarized Aviator Sunglasses

The Kaupo Gap is a sporty and stylish aviator model. It is incredibly lightweight and flexible, and if you expect the classic metal frame glass-lens aviator, this is not the model for you. However, if you intend to wear it for hours and do sports, this might just be the model for you - it works well for everyday wear, too. The Kaupo Gap comes with a base curve 6 wrap, and if you are a full-wrap base curve 8 snob like me... you may have reservations. But... I was pleasantly surprised to see the amount of wrap this model provides. In fact, if you are familiar with the Castles (which is a base curve 8 and provides noticeably more side coverage than other aviators), the Kaupo Gap has almost identical wrap due to the frame construction. If you compare it to a model such as the Ho'okipa (which is a PROPER base curve 8 wrap), you notice a difference in the side coverage the Kaupo Gap offers to the Ho'okipa. However, I was really impressed with the Kaupo Gap's side coverage, its feel and, of course, the lenses (but you already knew that!). I have included pictures for comparison to the Castles (STG neutral grey) and Ho'okipa XL (Maui Pure Lava red) for size and wrap (for those interested). Kaupo Gap comes in the Maui Brilliant lens type. Weight comparison: Castles 36g, Ho'okipa XL 20g, Kaupo Gap 19g. To note: I have a medium head size. Both the Castles and Kaupo Gap fit me well, and aesthetically, I like bigger sunglasses. While I like the look of the Ho'okipa XL on me, it is just a bit too big for me and feels slightly loose. I truly hope this review helps someone make an informed decision (as far as online shopping goes!).