Klein Tools 60164 Safety Glasses — ANSI Z87.1+ Full-Frame, Gray Anti-Fog
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EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.4/5 — WC Safety Review of the Klein Tools 60164, the rugged full-frame outdoor safety glass with a gray anti-fog lens. Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published K...
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EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.4/5 — WC Safety Review of the Klein Tools 60164, the rugged full-frame outdoor safety glass with a gray anti-fog lens.
Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published Klein Tools specifications and category fit. We did not laboratory-test this product.
Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published Klein Tools specifications and category fit. We did not laboratory-test this product.
The Klein Tools 60164 is a full-frame professional safety eyewear in the Klein PPE lineup, featuring a gray tinted anti-fog lens rated to reduce glare in bright outdoor environments. Certified to ANSI Z87.1+ high-impact, it pairs a rugged full-frame build that protects the lens edges with anti-fog performance — durable outdoor eye protection aimed at electricians and tradespeople.
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Why the Klein Tools 60164 suits rugged outdoor trades
Trade work is hard on eyewear — glasses get knocked, dropped, and worked in bright sun all day. The 60164 answers with a rugged full frame that wraps and protects the lens edges, a gray tint that cuts outdoor glare, and anti-fog so it stays clear when you're sweating. For electricians and tradespeople already in the Klein ecosystem, it's the durable outdoor glass that matches the kit — a rugged frame that survives a toolbelt and a lens tuned for glare, not a delicate everyday frame. Our full Klein Tools 60164 review rates it 4.4/5, the safety glasses buyer's guide covers full-frame vs. frameless tradeoffs, and the construction guide ranks outdoor frames by task.
Safety first: the 60164 is impact-and-debris protection, not a sealed goggle — it is not rated against a chemical splash hazard, fine airborne dust, or vapor, which require sealed goggles or a face shield per your hazard assessment. The gray lens is for bright outdoor light; it dims your view indoors, so keep a clear lens for indoor tasks. Choose eyewear against measured hazards with the when-do-you-need-safety-glasses guide.
What the listing documents
From the published specs: ANSI Z87.1+ high-impact certification; a full-frame professional polycarbonate build that protects the lens edges; a gray tinted anti-fog lens rated to reduce bright-outdoor glare; model 60164. As klein tools safety glasses go, the 60164 is the rugged outdoor member — a genuine full frame safety glasses build and a true anti fog safety glasses for bright conditions.
Choosing the 60164 and its alternatives
The 60164 is a single gray anti-fog outdoor lens; for indoor tasks a clear lens is better — see the clear-lens collection, and the clear-vs-smoke lens guide covers when a gray tint helps or hurts. Since anti-fog matters outdoors, the anti-fog guide and anti-fog collection compare fog-fighting options, and for shifting light an indoor/outdoor lens is the versatile partner tint.
Where the 60164 sits in the Klein line
The 60164 is Klein's rugged full-frame outdoor glass; the Klein semi-frame is the lighter low-profile wide-wrap frame, and the Klein gasket and OTG styles cover dust-sealed and prescription-wearer needs. The best safety glasses 2026 roundup places the line against other brands, and the eye protection collection covers the full category.
Where it fits by job and crew orders
The rugged full frame suits electrical, outdoor, and construction trades — the construction, manufacturing, and mechanics guides rank frames by task, and smaller-faced wearers should check the small-face guide and women's fit guide. Where the hazard exceeds impact — splash, dust, vapor — step to a sealed goggle from the safety goggles collection. For crew orders, quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account — volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations, with the walkthrough linked in our footer.
Reading the Z87 marking, and what it does not cover
Protective eyewear in the US is built to ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, and OSHA 1910.133 requires eye protection that meets it. The marking on the frame is the specification, and the important distinction is a single character: Z87 is basic impact, Z87+ is high impact — tested with a quarter-inch steel ball at 150 ft/s for spectacles. If the work throws anything, Z87+ is the line.
The suffixes narrow it further: D3 is splash and droplet, D4 dust, D5 fine dust. These matter because a spectacle cannot earn D3 — droplet protection needs a sealed goggle. Safety glasses are impact protection, not chemical splash protection, however wraparound the lens looks, and substituting one for the other is a common and consequential error.
A face shield is also secondary protection under 1910.133: it is worn over primary eye protection, never instead of it. And tint is not shade — a dark lens without a stated IR/UV shade number offers no rated protection against radiant energy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Klein Tools 60164?
A full-frame professional safety eyewear in the Klein PPE lineup, with a gray tinted anti-fog lens rated to reduce glare in bright outdoor environments. It is certified ANSI Z87.1+ high-impact and pairs a rugged full frame that protects the lens edges with anti-fog performance.
Is it ANSI Z87.1+ rated?
Yes - the 60164 carries the ANSI Z87.1+ high-impact rating (the '+' marks passing the high-velocity and high-mass impact tests), so it meets the requirement for most industrial and construction eye hazards.
What does the full-frame design add?
A full frame encloses and protects the lens edges from chips and helps hold the lens seated during incidental impact - a more rugged build than a frameless-top style, suited to the knocks of trade and construction work.
What is the gray lens for?
The gray tint reduces glare in bright outdoor conditions, making it a sun-oriented lens for outdoor trade work. For indoor tasks needing a clear lens, choose a clear-lens Klein model like the semi-frame in clear.
Does it have anti-fog?
Yes - the 60164 uses an anti-fog lens, which keeps the gray lens clear during warm, active outdoor work where fogging would otherwise blur your view.
Who is the 60164 built for?
Electricians and tradespeople in the Klein ecosystem who want a rugged, full-frame outdoor safety glass with glare-reducing gray tint and anti-fog - durable eye protection that matches the rest of their Klein PPE and tools.
Is it over-the-glasses (OTG)?
No - the 60164 is not an OTG frame. Prescription-glasses wearers should look at the Klein Tools over-the-glasses style instead.
Is it enough, or do I need goggles?
The 60164 protects against impact and debris from the front and sides. It does not seal against a chemical splash hazard, fine dust, or vapor - those need sealed goggles or a face shield. Match the eyewear to your hazard assessment.
Is the gray lens usable indoors?
A gray lens dims your view indoors and in low light, so it's best kept for bright outdoor work. For indoor tasks, use a clear-lens safety glass instead.
How does it compare to the Klein semi-frame?
The 60164 is the rugged full-frame with a gray outdoor lens; the Klein semi-frame is a lighter, lower-profile frame with a wide wrap-around lens. Choose the 60164 for outdoor ruggedness, the semi-frame for a slim everyday fit.
How do I care for the lens?
Rinse grit before wiping and use a microfiber or lens-safe cloth; harsh cleaners strip the anti-fog coating. Retire the lens once scratches enter your line of sight - a scratched safety lens no longer protects fully.
How do I order for a crew?
Quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account - volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations. The bulk-ordering walkthrough is linked in our site footer.
Brand / Vendor
Klein Tools
Model / SKU
60164
Product Type
Safety Glasses
Price
$17.99 (Amazon)
Rating
4.5 / 5 — 568 Amazon ratings
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Customer Reviews
★★★★☆4.5 / 5· 568 ratings on Amazon
★★★★★
Great for bright area work!
Very comfortable safety glasses. Work great when up on the roof or outside. I work industrial, so I'm on the white rubber coated roofs and these are a must have to keep the glare out of your eyes. Well made and worth every penny!
Verified Purchaser · July 6, 20 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Good fit, nice lenses
These fit well - bought for use outdoors.
Verified Purchaser · March 19, · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★☆
Too tight on the bridge of the nose
These are really good sunglasses but too tight on the bridge of the nose... my nose.
Verified Purchaser · October 16 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Awesomeness
Glasses are stylish and safe working outdoors.
Verified Purchaser · October 10 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★☆☆
Not scratch resistant at all.
The glasses are very comfortable and lightweight. They stay on my face well even when sweating but the lenses scratch to easily to be worn on the job site. Which is a shame because I do like them.
Verified Purchaser · January 12 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Durability
Very durable glasses I’m a electrician and drop my glasses off the back of my hat and step on them and yes the lenses will pop out but I just twist the frame back somewhat straight and pop the lenses back in and they work perfect I will be ordering a new pair soon
Verified Purchaser · July 26, 2 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
As described
Great eye protection & functionality
Verified Purchaser · October 1, · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★☆
I would buy them again
They work very well, protect from the sun and water, help with dust, excellent lenses
Verified Purchaser · August 12, · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★☆☆
Love the glasses BUT...
First of all, glasses are a good tint for work outside but still being able to see inside, they don't fog up and made of durable materials. The bad with these are that they are made for wide heads and don't have any way to flex them to fit securely to your head. I wear a 7 3/8 hat so not a tiny head. Some formable part of the frame or ear pieces would be greatly appreciated. Also nose pieces could be raised to allow a little gap in between your face and glasses. I know the are safety glasses and I get it, but when looking at the hazard there will still be no way your getting anything in your eyes. I am in the electrical trade. Thanks and it is a good product that just needs a little tweeking.
Verified Purchaser · July 22, 2 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Klein Tools 60164?
A full-frame professional safety eyewear in the Klein PPE lineup, with a gray tinted anti-fog lens rated to reduce glare in bright outdoor environments. It is certified ANSI Z87.1+ high-impact and pairs a rugged full frame that protects the lens edges with anti-fog performance.
Is it ANSI Z87.1+ rated?
Yes - the 60164 carries the ANSI Z87.1+ high-impact rating (the '+' marks passing the high-velocity and high-mass impact tests), so it meets the requirement for most industrial and construction eye hazards.
What does the full-frame design add?
A full frame encloses and protects the lens edges from chips and helps hold the lens seated during incidental impact - a more rugged build than a frameless-top style, suited to the knocks of trade and construction work.
What is the gray lens for?
The gray tint reduces glare in bright outdoor conditions, making it a sun-oriented lens for outdoor trade work. For indoor tasks needing a clear lens, choose a clear-lens Klein model like the semi-frame in clear.
Does it have anti-fog?
Yes - the 60164 uses an anti-fog lens, which keeps the gray lens clear during warm, active outdoor work where fogging would otherwise blur your view.
Who is the 60164 built for?
Electricians and tradespeople in the Klein ecosystem who want a rugged, full-frame outdoor safety glass with glare-reducing gray tint and anti-fog - durable eye protection that matches the rest of their Klein PPE and tools.
Is it over-the-glasses (OTG)?
No - the 60164 is not an OTG frame. Prescription-glasses wearers should look at the Klein Tools over-the-glasses style instead.
Is it enough, or do I need goggles?
The 60164 protects against impact and debris from the front and sides. It does not seal against a chemical splash hazard, fine dust, or vapor - those need sealed goggles or a face shield. Match the eyewear to your hazard assessment.
Is the gray lens usable indoors?
A gray lens dims your view indoors and in low light, so it's best kept for bright outdoor work. For indoor tasks, use a clear-lens safety glass instead.
How does it compare to the Klein semi-frame?
The 60164 is the rugged full-frame with a gray outdoor lens; the Klein semi-frame is a lighter, lower-profile frame with a wide wrap-around lens. Choose the 60164 for outdoor ruggedness, the semi-frame for a slim everyday fit.
How do I care for the lens?
Rinse grit before wiping and use a microfiber or lens-safe cloth; harsh cleaners strip the anti-fog coating. Retire the lens once scratches enter your line of sight - a scratched safety lens no longer protects fully.
How do I order for a crew?
Quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account - volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations. The bulk-ordering walkthrough is linked in our site footer.