MERLOTCHAMPAGNE Posted December 4, 2009 #1 Share Posted December 4, 2009 When we cruised the E Caribbean 2 years ago, one of the guys in our group bought a pair of Oakleys. Can't remember if it was in St. Thomas or St. Martin. Are they still a better deal than in the States? If so, which island and where? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stones902 Posted December 4, 2009 #2 Share Posted December 4, 2009 When we cruised the E Caribbean 2 years ago, one of the guys in our group bought a pair of Oakleys. Can't remember if it was in St. Thomas or St. Martin. Are they still a better deal than in the States? If so, which island and where? Thanks You can buy Oakley's in either location. I purchased a pair of Oakley X-Metals from an authorized store on the waterfront in St. Thomas. It is located near the Green House Restaurant but the name of the store excapes me right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MERLOTCHAMPAGNE Posted December 4, 2009 Author #3 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Were they considerably less than in the States? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laser110 Posted December 4, 2009 #4 Share Posted December 4, 2009 People still wear Oakley's? I switched to Maui Jim's when I was sailing in college during the 90's. On my second pair, I still have the original pair I bought. Last year I broke my glasses doing a bonehead thing. I called Maui Jim, told them it was my fault and they replaced them for a $60 fee to cover the new lens. About 5 months later the replacement lens cracked and I called them again. They said "No problem send them back." I did and within a week I had a brand new pair. Their service is impeccable, eay and very friendly. Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacey779 Posted December 5, 2009 #5 Share Posted December 5, 2009 When we cruised the E Caribbean 2 years ago, one of the guys in our group bought a pair of Oakleys. Can't remember if it was in St. Thomas or St. Martin. Are they still a better deal than in the States? If so, which island and where? Thanks I'm not sure how much they are in the islands, but I just got a great deal on a new pair using Ebay. The retail price on Oakley's website was $105, but I got mine for $71 including shipping (yes, they are authentic). Anyway, you might want to research prices on Ebay before you leave to make sure you're getting the best deal. Have a great cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MERLOTCHAMPAGNE Posted December 6, 2009 Author #6 Share Posted December 6, 2009 I'm not sure how much they are in the islands, but I just got a great deal on a new pair using Ebay. The retail price on Oakley's website was $105, but I got mine for $71 including shipping (yes, they are authentic). Anyway, you might want to research prices on Ebay before you leave to make sure you're getting the best deal. Have a great cruise! Thanks for the tip... $71 is a great deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted December 6, 2009 #7 Share Posted December 6, 2009 Trend is going back to classic Ray Bans....:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Islander Posted December 9, 2009 #8 Share Posted December 9, 2009 Pretty sure the Caribbean Surf Company in Havensight (and I think they have a store downtown too) have Oakleys. Not sure on price. There are also some sunglass stores in Havensight and also in Yacht Haven Grande. --Islander Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MERLOTCHAMPAGNE Posted December 10, 2009 Author #9 Share Posted December 10, 2009 I know that they are available in the Islands... I just thought they were less expensive than the States... I think I'll have my son price out the particular pair he's interested in on Ebay and then shop accordingly on our cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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