British Army Equips Troops in Afghanistan with Protective Eyewear Systems from Revision
02 February 2005
Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters first UK regiments issued with new military eyewear systems
MONTREAL, CANADA, Feb. 2, 2005 – Revision Eyewear Inc., developers of unique performance-driven eyewear for military and law enforcement clients worldwide, today announced that its Sawfly™ military eyewear system and Bullet Ant™ goggles are currently being used by units of the British Army deployed in Afghanistan.
The British Ministry of Defence (MoD) has taken a leading position by recognizing the critical importance of providing protective eyewear systems to its field personnel deployed in hostile environments. Furthermore, the MoD clearly stipulated the protective eyewear systems must be fully compatible with existing military systems (helmets, night vision, personal weapons, etc.). Revision's Sawfly™ eyewear and Bullet Ant™ goggles surpass product specification requirements by delivering the highest levels of impact resistance, compatibility, durability, functionality and comfort.
The Sawfly™ military eyewear system was specifically developed for battlefield deployment. The Sawfly™ system consists of high-impact, easily interchangeable one-piece protective polycarbonate lenses ('clear' for nocturnal and indoor use, 'solar' to reduce outdoor glare and 'low-light' to provide high contrast in cloudy or hazy conditions). Lenses lock into a slimline frame with microslot adjustable arms, provide 100% UV protection and have scratch-resistance coating on both sides.
Bullet Ant™ goggles have been tailor-made for optimal compatibility with the British Army’s Mark VI helmet and personal weapons systems. Bullet Ant™ goggles feature interchangeable, high-impact polycarbonate lenses (clear, solar and low-light), a broad field of view, maximum ventilation, a filtration lining that protects against small particles and adjustable strapping for over- and under-helmet use.
"Revision is very proud to be providing protective eyewear systems to the British Army," said Jonathan Blanshay, CEO, Revision Eyewear. "Our commitment to delivering the highest levels of ocular protection available has now been recognized by one of the best-equipped armies in Europe. Several other NATO armed forces are currently evaluating our products and we look forward to establishing Revision as the standard for military eyewear systems worldwide," Mr. Blanshay added.
About Revision Eyewear
Revision Eyewear Inc. develops unique performance-driven eyewear for military and law enforcement clients worldwide. Founded on patented technology, Revision products deliver the highest standards of protection, durability, functionality, compatibility and comfort. Military/tactical clients include the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence and the Canadian Department of National Defence. Privately owned, Revision is co-located in Montreal, Canada and Williston, Vermont, USA, with offices in London, England.
