Overview of the ESS Crossbow Replacement Lens | 740-0424
A scratched or fogged lens should not retire a good eyeshield. The ESS Crossbow Replacement Lens lets you lock a fresh 2.4mm ballistic lens into your Crossbow frame and get back to work. The Smoke Gray single lens is model 740-0424, and this listing covers seven ESS lens colors plus a Smoke Gray 10-pack.
ESS states each lens is extra-thick, 2.4mm high-impact polycarbonate with ESSOPTICS for distortion-free clarity and 100% UVA/UVB protection. The DedBolt Lens Lock lets you change tints quickly as the light changes.
Match the Lens to the Light
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Bright sun: Smoke Gray or Polarized Gray
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Low light and indoor ranges: Clear or Hi-Def Yellow
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Added contrast: Hi-Def Copper or Hi-Def Bronze
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Changing light: Photochromic, which ESS builds with Transitions lens technology
Built for Duty and the Range
Patrol officers, military shooters, and range instructors can run one Crossbow frame and carry spare lenses for dawn, midday, and night shifts.
Key Features
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Ballistic polycarbonate: ESS states each lens is 2.4mm thick, high-impact polycarbonate.
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ANSI Z87.1 rated: ESS lists Crossbow lenses as meeting ANSI Z87.1. ESS states the Polarized Gray lens meets ANSI Z87.1 but not U.S. Mil Spec 31013.
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ClearZone FlowCoat: ESS states this coating fights fog on the inside of the lens and resists scratches on the outside. The Polarized Gray lens uses ESS ToughZone scratch-resistant technology.
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DedBolt Lens Lock: Lenses lock into Crossbow frames and release quickly for rapid tint changes.
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100% UVA/UVB protection: ESSOPTICS deliver distortion-free clarity, according to ESS.
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Photochromic option: ESS states the Photochromic lens reaches 50% activation in 11 seconds and 90% in under one minute, with 86% to 24% visible light transmission.
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APEL approved colors: ESS states only Clear and Smoke Gray lenses are approved for U.S. military use.
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Nosepiece included: Each lens comes with a black Low-Pro Nosepiece and a protective flannel sleeve.
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Made in the USA: ESS lists these lenses as U.S. made.
Specifications
| Brand |
ESS |
| Product |
Crossbow Replacement Lens |
| MPN |
740-0424 (Smoke Gray, single lens); see variant table below |
| SKU |
ESS-740-0424 (Smoke Gray, single lens) |
| UPC |
811533015566 (Smoke Gray, single lens) |
| Lens Material |
High-impact polycarbonate |
| Lens Thickness |
2.4mm |
| UV Protection |
100% UVA/UVB |
| Lens Colors |
Smoke Gray, Clear, Hi-Def Yellow, Hi-Def Copper, Hi-Def Bronze, Polarized Gray, Photochromic |
| Photochromic Light Transmission |
86% to 24% |
| Lens Lock |
DedBolt Lens Lock |
| Safety Standard |
ANSI Z87.1 |
| Pack Sizes |
1 lens; Smoke Gray also sold in a 10-pack |
| Country of Origin |
United States |
Variant SKUs, MPNs, and UPCs
| Variant |
MPN |
SKU |
UPC |
| Smoke / 1 |
740-0424 |
ESS-740-0424 |
811533015566 |
| Smoke / 10 |
740-0420 |
ESS-740-0420 |
811533015504 |
| Yellow / 1 |
740-0423 |
ESS-740-0423 |
811533015535 |
| Clear / 1 |
740-0425 |
ESS-740-0425 |
811533015542 |
| Copper / 1 |
740-0426 |
ESS-740-0426 |
811533015559 |
| Photochromic / 1 |
740-0452 |
ESS-740-0452 |
811533016709 |
| Polarized Smoke Gray / 1 |
740-0455 |
ESS-740-0455 |
811533016730 |
| Bronze / 1 |
740-0509 |
ESS-740-0509 |
811533019212 |
Compatibility
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Fits: ESS Crossbow Tri-Tech Fit frames for standard use and ESS Crossbow Suppressor frames for use with ear cup hearing protection and communications headsets.
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Cross-Series platform: ESS states Crossbow components interchange with the ESS Crosshair and Suppressor, so you can upgrade a Crosshair with Crossbow lenses.
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Pairs well with: the ESS Crossbow Gasket 101-319-001 for your Crossbow frame.
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Complete eyeshields: If you need a full system instead of a lens, see the ESS Crossbow 2X Kit or the ESS Crossbow Suppressor ONE Ballistic Safety Glasses for Ear Pro.
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Prescription wearers: ESS lists the Crossbow platform as compatible with an Rx insert, sold separately.
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Military use: Only Clear and Smoke Gray are APEL approved, per ESS.
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Does not fit: ESS Crossblade, ICE, Rollbar, CDI, Crowbar, or other non-Cross-Series frames. These are not prescription lenses, and no frame is included.
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Not offered in this listing: ESS Laser Protective (LPL) Crossbow lenses.
Intended Users
Patrol officers and SWAT operators can keep a Clear lens for night shifts and a Smoke Gray lens for daytime traffic posts. Military service members who need APEL-approved eye protection can stock Clear and Smoke Gray spares. Range officers and firearms instructors can replace pitted lenses without buying a full eyeshield. Competitive and recreational shooters can pick Hi-Def Yellow or Copper for target contrast, and security professionals who drive or patrol outdoors can choose Polarized Gray to cut glare.
What's Included
- 1 ESS Crossbow replacement lens in your chosen color (10 lenses with the Smoke Gray 10-pack)
- 1 black Low-Pro Nosepiece
- 1 protective flannel sleeve
Not included: Crossbow frame, strap, or Rx insert. You need a Crossbow Tri-Tech Fit or Crossbow Suppressor frame to wear this lens. Order these separately.
Available at WCUniforms
WCUniforms is a specialty retailer of uniforms, tactical gear, and eye protection, founded in 2013 in San Diego, California, and owned by a U.S. Marine veteran and a U.S. Coast Guard veteran who also served as a city police officer and EMT. This lens ships from our Michigan warehouse to customers across the United States. Replacing a lens costs far less than replacing a full ballistic eyeshield, so you keep the frame and fit you already trust.
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