Now on the U.S. Army’s Authorized Protective Eyewear List (APEL) and the only approved eye protection for U.S. Marines.
When you try on the Crossbow™, you'll discover it's unlike any other ballistic eyeshield. Experience the Tri-Tech Fit™ frame that achieves an amazing universal fit with max comfort and zero pressure points. Then notice the lenses. They won't fog. That's thanks to groundbreaking ClearZone™ FlowCoat technology, engineered to eliminate fog inside and prevent scratches outside. As you stare down your objective through distortion-free ESSOPTICS™, you'll see just how optically precise vision can be. When you're ready to switch tints, the innovative DedBolt™ Lens Lock pivots up for easy release, then clamps down for rock solid retention under impact.
It's from ESS, so of course the Crossbow is compliant with U.S. Federal OSHA, ANSI Z87.1+, CE EN 166 and U.S. MIL-PRF-31013. Form, Fit, Function...Perfected. Get your hands on a Crossbow and see for yourself.
The ESS Crossbow™ is available in two retail configurations:
The Crossbow 2X™ U.S. Retail version features two complete eyeshields: one eyeshield with Clear lenses and one eyeshield with Smoke Gray lenses.
The Crossbow 3LS™ International Retail version features one Crossbow™ frame with three lenses: Clear, Smoke Gray and Hi-Def Yellow.
The APEL-Approved Crossbow™ is now available in the following Unit-Issue configuration:
The Crossbow™ APEL Spectacle Kit features one Crossbow™ frame with two lenses (Clear and Smoke Gray), an elastic retention strap, an anti-fog solution and a zippered MOLLE hard case.
This configuration and other Crossbow accessories are available with the following National Stock Numbers (NSNs):
ESS Crossbow APEL Spectacle Kit
ESS P/N: 740-0384
NSN: 4240-01-583-5742
Clear Crossbow Replacement Lenses, 10-pack
ESS P/N: 740-0421
NSN: 4240-01-583-5748
Smoke Gray Crossbow Replacement Lenses, 10-pack
ESS P/N: 740-0420
NSN: 4240-01-583-5786
Replacement Crossbow Hard Case
ESS P/N: 740-0445
NSN: 4240-01-583-5969
Replacement Crossbow Frame Kit
ESS P/N: 740-0446
NSN: 4240-01-583-5973
ESS / Oakley U-Rx Prescription Insert, 1-pack
ESS P/N: 740-0411
NSN: 6540-01-584-0170
ESS / Oakley U-Rx Prescription Inserts, 25-pack
ESS P/N: 740-0444
NSN: 6540-01-584-0176
U.S. Patent # D616,485
The Crossbow 2X™ Dual-Eyeshield Kit includes:
(1) Standard, black Tri-Tech Fit™ Crossbow™ frame with a Clear lens
(1) Standard, black Tri-Tech Fit™ Crossbow™ frame with a Smoke Gray lens
(1) Rugged zippered hard case
(1) Micro-fiber pouch
(1) Snap-on elastic retention strap
(1) ESS sticker
(1) Crossbow instruction booklet
Retail packaging
The Crossbow 3LS™ "Three Lens System" Eyeshield Kit includes:
(1) Standard, black Tri-Tech Fit™ Crossbow™ frame with a Clear lens
(1) Smoke Gray lens
(1) Hi-Def Yellow lens
(1) Rugged zippered hard case
(2) Micro-fiber pouches
(1) Snap-on elastic retention strap
(1) ESS sticker
(1) Crossbow instruction booklet
Retail packaging
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I am overseas in OEF, but wanted to share with you my positive experience with your new Crossbow eyeshields. I have tested these in 111 deg temperatures
in the deserts of Jordan to below freezing (at night) in the mountains of Afghanistan. The Crossbows performed even better than expected—they are hands down
the best eye pro I've worn since being assigned to special operations. The lenses provide a lot of coverage and give you full peripheral use. They are lightweight
and comfortable to wear, even under Peltors. The optics are just as great in the morning twilight as they are at high noon. Most guys end up taking off their eye
pro halfway through a mission because of fogging, but the Crossbows held up like a champ. I have never managed to fog up the lenses, which is something ESS should
be proud of, since I have fogged all other eyewear that I have ever tried. Even when dropping down a pair of NVG's after working up a sweat, fogging was not a
problem at all. You guys have really hit the mark with these. The Crossbows are the only eye pro I can wear anymore—thank you for making such a great product!
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– SFC Special Operations, U.S. Army
Experience the Tri-Tech Fit™ frame that achieves an amazing universal fit with max comfort and zero pressure points. Optimal stability is attained by balancing weight evenly throughout the frame.
When you're ready to switch lenses, the innovative DedBolt™ Lens Lock pivots up for easy release, then clamps down for rock solid retention under impact.
As you stare down your objective through ESSOPTICS™, you'll experience distortion-free optical precision throughout the entire field of view.
You'll notice that Crossbow™ lenses don't fog. That's thanks to groundbreaking ClearZone™ FlowCoat Technology. These advanced lens coatings are engineered to maximize scratch resistance on the outside and fog resistance on the inside.
