Tomahawk Shades review
Tomahawk makes my new favorite pair of sunglasses—here’s why I love them so much
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Reviewed / Tomahawk / Anthony Palliparambil, Jr.
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To say that I'm obsessed with sunglasses would be an understatement—I own nearly 50 pairs of sunnies, ranging from classic aviators to bold shield styles that I've held onto for over twenty years. I'm always on the lookout for the latest styles, so when Tomahawk reached out and offered to send me a few pairs of shades from their impressive lineup, I jumped at the opportunity to try out a brand that I wasn't familiar with.
After browsing their impressive list of offerings, I selected one pair of sunglasses, and two pairs of the brand's blue light-blocking glasses from their BlueLight+ line. Below, find my thoughts on the Fiddle Benders ($80), the Conners BlueLight+ ($45), and the Chesters BlueLight+ ($90).
What is Tomahawk?
Tomahawk makes stylish sunglasses and glasses in modern, trendy styles.
Founded by brothers Andrew and Ryan Shapiro, along with support from athletes Chris Hogan, Kyle Harrison, Jon Jay, Dan Descalso, and Paige Spiranac, Tomahawk Shades was launched to provide quality sunglasses at below-average prices. By opting for small-batch production, Tomahawk is able to provide glasses and sunglasses that have the quality of high-end designer brands without all of the overhead costs.
The brand currently carries sunglasses, blue light-blocking glasses, prescription glasses, and even snow goggles in women's, men's, and unisex styles. Best of all, Tomahawk sunglasses start at just $35 and their most expensive pair tops out at $95—more affordable than many of its designer counterparts.
What I like about Tomahawk
The Fiddle Bender sunglasses, seen on the left, might be one of my favorite pairs of sunglasses I’ve worn in recent years.
The sunglasses are stylish and protective
Admittedly, I selected the Fiddle Bender design because it looks like a modern take on one of my favorite sunglasses shape: traditional teardrop aviators. The flat top of the frame adds just a touch of personality without being too bold—a twist on a classic. Indeed, the first few times I wore these sunglasses out of the house, I was stopped by friends, colleagues, and even a stranger on the sidewalk who wanted to know where I got them. What's more, they're comfortable to wear. Truth be told, I wore the Fiddle Benders more than any other pair of sunglasses I own, and can honestly say they might be one of my all-time favorites.
From a technical standpoint, the Fiddle Benders are sturdy frames that feature a polarized UV400 lens, which offers the highest level of protection from harmful UV rays. Whether they were chucked into a tote bag, slipped into a jacket pocket, or hanging off the collar of my T-shirts, I've put these frames through the wringer for more than three months, and they look just as they did the day I unboxed them, despite almost daily use since then.
What I don't like about Tomahawk
The Bluelight+ glasses have a blue glare, but are full of style.
The BlueLight+ glasses feel lightweight in comparison to the sunglasses
While I can't speak to the efficacy of Tomahawk's prescription frame offerings, I wanted to try out the brand's BlueLight+ glasses. This is totally a matter of personal preference, but I prefer it when my eyewear has some heft to it and feels substantial. The Conners BlueLight+ glasses felt so lightweight, to the point that they didn't have the same quality feel as the sunglasses. But if you're someone who wears glasses around the clock, this might be a benefit rather than a downside.
Is Tomahawk line worth it?
Shop Tomahawk for stylish, well-made sunglasses.
Absolutely
I've worn these sunnies daily for almost three months, and I still can't get enough of them. If you can't step outside without a pair of sunglasses, whether that's to protect your eyes from the sun or just to complete an outfit, you can't go wrong with Tomahawk. Their sunglasses are stylish and protective—and best of all, feel like a designer option without the designer price tag.
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