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Oakley Kato

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description Oakley Kato Overview

The Oakley Kato is a highly distinctive, rimless sport sunglass designed for performance applications like baseball, cycling, and running. It features an extended, single-piece shield lens that wraps closely to the face, aiming to provide an uninterrupted field of vision and maximize airflow around the eyes. Rather than a traditional frame, the Kato utilizes a custom, adjustable Ratchet System nose pad and a specialized temple design to achieve a secure, floating fit. It incorporates Oakley's Prizm lens technology to enhance contrast and detail recognition in specific sporting environments.

help Oakley Kato FAQ

Why does the Oakley Kato lens extend over the nose?

Oakley's PhysioMorphic Geometry shapes the lens across multiple axes so it can sit close to the face without a conventional frame rim. The pronounced nose section is part of that single shield design, not a separate ventilator bridge.

Can you change the lens on an Oakley Kato?

The standard Kato is not designed around the quick-change Switchlock system used by the Racing Jacket or RadarLock. Buyers generally select the required Prizm tint when purchasing the complete glasses.

How does Oakley Kato differ from Encoder?

Both use a frameless shield and Prizm optics, but the Kato has a more sculpted lens that extends conspicuously across the nose. The Encoder has a straighter, more conventional shield profile and is easier to wear with a broader range of casual outfits.

Can the Oakley Kato fit different nose shapes?

Oakley supplies multiple nose pads, and the adjustable rake system lets the lens angle be changed relative to the face. Those adjustments help manage cheek contact and the unusually close fit of the shield.

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