Smith’s Guide’s Choice
When headed out on the water, the last thing you want to forget is a good pair of sunglasses. Long hours in direct sun can strain your eyes, and that makes it harder to stay focused and enjoy the day. If you need a new pair, it’s hard to look past Smith. They’ve been a trusted name among anglers for years because their sunglasses hold up, perform well, and make a real difference on the water.
Smith’s Guide’s Choice models start with the lenses, and you can choose between two materials. The polycarbonate ChromaPop lenses, priced at $237, are lighter and built to handle impact, which makes long days on the water feel easier. The glass ChromaPop lenses, priced at $297, give you sharper detail and stronger color separation, which helps you read the water with less effort.
Both versions cut glare so you can see through surface shine, and the Polarchromic glass option adjusts its tint when the light changes. That means you get a steady, clean view. Whether you’re watching the surf or sliding across a flat, the clarity stays consistent, and that dependable ChromaPop performance is what makes these lenses stand out.
The Guide’s Choice frames are built with the same level of care. The Italian spring hinges open and close smoothly and stay tight over time, which keeps the glasses feeling solid instead of loose or flimsy. The wide temples and wraparound shape block extra light from the sides, giving you better coverage in bright conditions. Smith’s frame materials handle salt, heat, and long days outside, so they don’t warp or break down easily.
In addition, the nose and temple pads grip well when wet, which keeps the glasses from sliding when you’re sweating or taking spray. That steady fit and long‑term durability make the Guide’s Choice a pair you can count on season after season.
Smith also offers lens colors that match the way you fish. The brown and bronze lenses brighten your view in shallow sandy water and help fish stand out. The blue, green, and black options work better offshore because they cut stronger glare and help you read color changes, rips, and bait pods.
There’s a lens color choice that fits every situation you’ll run into on the Carolina coast.
All of this makes the Smith’s Guide’s Choice a pair that earns its name. They’re built for anglers who expect their gear to last and perform, from surf sessions to long boat days and everything in between.
Come find a pair at your local tackle shop or visit smithoptics.com.
