Maui Jim Kaupo Gap Aviator Sunglasses

The Kaupo Gap is a sporty and stylish aviator model. It is incredibly lightweight and flexible, and if you expect the classic metal frame glass-lens aviator, this is not the model for you. However, if you intend to wear it for hours and do sports, this might just be the model for you - it works well for everyday wear, too. The Kaupo Gap comes with a base curve 6 wrap, and if you are a full-wrap base curve 8 snob like me... you may have reservations. But... I was pleasantly surprised to see the amount of wrap this model provides. In fact, if you are familiar with the Castles (which is a base curve 8 and provides noticeably more side coverage than other aviators), the Kaupo Gap has almost identical wrap due to the frame construction. If you compare it to a model such as the Ho'okipa (which is a PROPER base curve 8 wrap), you notice a difference in the side coverage the Kaupo Gap offers to the Ho'okipa. However, I was really impressed with the Kaupo Gap's side coverage, its feel and, of course, the lenses (but you already knew that!). I have included pictures for comparison to the Castles (STG neutral grey) and Ho'okipa XL (Maui Pure Lava red) for size and wrap (for those interested). Kaupo Gap comes in the Maui Brilliant lens type. Weight comparison: Castles 36g, Ho'okipa XL 20g, Kaupo Gap 19g. To note: I have a medium head size. Both the Castles and Kaupo Gap fit me well, and aesthetically, I like bigger sunglasses. While I like the look of the Ho'okipa XL on me, it is just a bit too big for me and feels slightly loose. I truly hope this review helps someone make an informed decision (as far as online shopping goes!).

I am very pleased with my new Maui Jim Kaupo Gap sunglasses. They fit perfectly and I really like the Lava Red gradient lenses. Highly recommend this style.

I never thought this would be my favorite pair of Glasses, the Red color really pops, I have compliments all the time from strangers. Love them

My husband’s favorite glasses!! This is his second pair… a total win!

2nd pair! Love them…. Surprised they not more 🤑…..

Excellent! Great look and the lens are wonderful! The frames are light and fit well!

I feel like they are to fragile, one leg feels like it’s going to break off

I have several pairs of Maui Jim’s and these are my favorite. They are lightweight

It is terrible frame The frame open away from the face

Service was outstanding. Thank you for understanding my dilemma. I and all of my family have Mauijim’s a will continue to use your wonderful products Thanks for all you’re help. Greatly appreciated Ken

Had my present pair of these for 3 years now and iv manages to keep them in pristine condition. They feel unbelievably light were you do forget you’ve got them on. I wear these with contacts as there not available under prescription. They are my 2nd pair as my 1st were sat on by a passenger in my taxi. I would recommend these highly. Don't be put off that there at the lower end price wise. I did have another pair of Maui Jims (the Bird) that I lost on the roof of my car🤦‍♀️ that were prescription. Unfortunately Kaupo Gap arnt available in prescription so iv currently got on order a pair of Maui Jim Piha’s. Can’t wait to review them.

Lightweight, fit perfectly, stylish. Perfect for what I wanted them for. Interested to see how durable they are. Right now they seem promising.

Comfortable and durable. Had them for months and they are great.

Nice, Light weight glasses. Typical Maui Jim quality lenses.

I have worn all different brands of sunglasses that I will not mention because they did well for many years serving the purpose and the look that I wanted, but when I tried these glasses on and felt how lite and very ear friendly I had to have a pair.

I own many Maui Jim sunglasses. These are my favorite. Lightweight and the frame is flexible . The lens, in my opinion, is better than glass and does not scratch. Price is right, too. I just wish they had different color lenses in stock. They seem to be out of pretty much every lens color except one. Please, bring back a better assortment. I wanted a pair with the matte blue lens, (I have the Hawaii Lava lens) but they have been out of stock for a long time.

These glasses so light and comfortable, I hardly know they are on. I have eight pairs of Maui Jim’s and these are in the top three

They fit perfect and great looking. I only wear Maui Jim sunglasses.

I’ve been buying Maui Jim sunglasses, exclusively, since 1983 when I bought my first pair. No other sunglasses brand comes close! If your considering Maui Jim, BUY THEM, you won’t be disappointed!

These sunglasses are amazing. So amazing I now have two pair. The blue, brown and red lenses all are fantastic. I actually had a 3rd pair in brown but lost them. ;)