Smith Guide's Choice

Smith Guide's Choice Sunglasses

A reimagined performance sunglass built for guides, anglers, and outdoor professionals who demand the most from their eyewear across long days in demanding conditions. The Guide's Choice combines Smith's most advanced ChromaPop lens options with premium Italian spring hinges, Megol grip details, a detachable leash, and an aggressive 8-base wraparound fit for superior light protection from every angle.

Why We Carry It
It's the sunglass we recommend for serious anglers, guides, and outdoor professionals who spend full days outside in variable conditions and need eyewear that performs as hard as they do without babying it.

Highlights

• ChromaPop lens technology in glass or carbonic options — Enhances contrast and natural color for superior detail in bright sun, on the water, and in variable mountain light. Available in three lens configurations to match your specific use case and conditions.
• ChromaPop Glass Polarized — Cuts glare from water and reflective surfaces while enhancing color and contrast. Highly scratch-resistant glass construction for professionals who put their gear through hard daily use.
• ChromaPop Glass Polarchromic — Combines polarization with photochromic self-tinting that adapts to changing light conditions automatically. The most versatile lens option for guides and anglers who move between shadow and direct sun throughout the day.
• 8-base aggressive wraparound fit — A deep lens curvature that wraps around the face for superior side light and peripheral protection. The geometry that separates a serious performance sunglass from a casual lifestyle frame.
• Premium Italian spring hinges — Self-adjust to your face for a snug, comfortable fit without manual adjustment. Durable, precision hardware that holds up to repeated on-and-off use across seasons of hard outdoor work.
• Megol non-slip nose pads and temple pads — Stay put through sweat, water spray, and physical activity without slipping down the nose or shifting on the temples. A non-negotiable detail for guides and anglers who can't afford to lose their glasses at the wrong moment.
• Detachable integrated sunglass leash — Keeps the glasses attached when you don't need them on your face and removes cleanly when you don't want it in the way. A critical retention detail for on-the-water use.
• Anti-reflective coating with smudge and moisture resistance — Reduces eye strain on long days in direct sun and stays cleaner longer on sweaty, wet days without constant wiping.
• 100% UV protection — Full UV coverage across all lens options for extended high-altitude and on-the-water sun exposure.
• Medium-large fit with medium-large coverage — A proportioned frame that fits most face sizes with enough coverage for serious sun protection without the extreme coverage of a goggle-hybrid style.

Best for

Fishing guides, river guides, mountain professionals, and serious outdoor enthusiasts who spend long days in demanding conditions and need a performance sunglass with premium optics, serious grip details, and a leash system built for the most active outdoor pursuits. A strong lifetime investment for anyone who considers their sunglasses a critical piece of technical gear rather than an accessory.

In The Box

Integrated detachable sunglass leash, hard case, microfiber bag.