Wiley X spectacles and safety glasses at Recon Company – Ballistic certification for the military, police and emergency services

Wiley X was founded in California in 1987 by Myles R. Freeman Sr. – a US Army veteran who had found himself lacking suitable eye protection whilst on active duty. The first customers were FBI agents and soldiers. Today, Wiley X supplies the US Navy, US Infantry, the DEA and numerous European armed forces and police units. Its unique selling point: Wiley X is the only eyewear manufacturer to have certified its entire range to EN 166 (European safety standard) and ANSI Z87.1 (American safety standard) – not just selected models. As an ISO 9001-certified retailer, we at Recon ensure that only products that meet our verified quality standards are included in our range.

Wiley X Safety Glasses – Ballistic Standards at a Glance

Wiley X safety eyewear is not simply a pair of sunglasses with a tactical design. The relevant standards: EN 166F certifies rimmed spectacles against low-energy impact (45 m/s) – due to their design, this is the standard for classic spectacle models. EN 166B (medium-energy impact, 120 m/s) is met almost exclusively by full-face goggles. The key benchmark for use is the US military standard MIL-PRF-32432A: rimmed safety glasses must withstand a .15-calibre projectile travelling at approximately 200 m/s, whilst goggles are tested at even higher energies. Polycarbonate lenses with Selenite™ technology do not shatter – a crucial difference from standard spectacles, where glass shards can themselves cause injury. The Wiley X Saber Advanced safety eyewear is the best-selling model in the law enforcement sector: interchangeable lenses, adjustable temples or an elastic headband, MIL-PRF-32432-certified.

Sunglasses, motorbike goggles and shooting glasses – one frame, many uses

Wiley X sunglasses are not merely leisure products – all models are also certified safety glasses. The Facial Cavity™ System is what sets them apart from standard sports glasses: a removable foam frame seals the glasses against the face – no wind, no dust, no pollen, no side glare. For motorcycling, Wiley X motorbike goggles are the right choice: a sealed system, Facial Cavity™ seal, and anti-fog. Wiley X photochromic motorbike goggles automatically adjust the lens tint to suit the light conditions – no need to change lenses when entering a tunnel. Wiley X shooting glasses meet the same ballistic standards but are optimised for the shooting range: tinted lenses to enhance contrast, and side protection against gunpowder residue and cartridge cases.

Saber Advanced, Saint and prescription glasses

The Wiley X Saber Advanced is the flagship model for tactical use – convertible between sports glasses and goggles, three lens tints included, NSN number available for Bundeswehr orders. The Wiley X Saint is the civilian-style model: a sleek profile, yet EN 166 certified, for patrol duty and civilian service. The Wiley X Z87 2-System allows for the fitting of prescription lenses – either as a clip-in adapter or as direct glazing by one of the leading lens manufacturers. With Wiley X , spectacle wearers do not have to compromise on protection standards.

Let’s be honest: Wiley X glasses are more expensive than standard sunglasses – and that’s by design. Safety glasses that save an eye in an emergency are not an expense, but an investment. Those who wear Wiley X glasses in everyday life only notice the difference compared to non-certified models when it really matters.

• Discount for public sector organisations: Government departments and public sector staff receive preferential rates on request.
• Field post delivery: We dispatch worldwide to emergency services via field post – quickly and reliably.
• Expert advice: Our team offers advice online and in-store in Salzgitter – it’s not always obvious which Wiley X model is best suited to which application and which face shape.