Differences between Ray Ban Original Wayfarer and Ray Ban New Wayfarer

Although they seem very similar, between the two models of Ray Ban sunglasses, there are small differences that you might want to keep in mind when choosing the best Wayfarer model for your face shape. Besides different design between the two Wayfarer models you will find important differences in terms of size.

Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer RB 2140 901 Ray-Ban New Wayfarer RB 2132 901 Width: 140mm Width: 135mm Bridge: 22mm Bridge: 18mm Lens width: 50mm Lens width: 52mm Lens height: 40mm Lens height: 36mm Temple length: 150mm Temple length: 145mm Material: plastic / plastic Material: plastic / plastic UV-Filter: UV 400 UV-Filter: UV 400 Weight: 45g Weight: 33g

Ray Ban sunglasses Warranty

Ray–Ban warrants their sunglasses against breakage due to defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Scratched lenses are considered normal wear and are not covered under his twarranty. If service is required, you have to pack your product in a cardboard box and use a shipping service that offers both insurance and tracking to ensure a safe delivery of your product. If you want to claim your Ray Ban warranty you have to follow this procedure here.

Ray Bans made in China

Since 1999, when the brand was bought by Italy's Luxottica, most models of Ray-Ban sunglasses are manufactured in Italy. Most, but not all models of ray-ban sunglasses are made in Italy. Luxottica has also a production unit in China, where they are producing especially Ray Ban frames. So, not all Ray Ban sunglasses who are "made in China" are fake. 

How much do original ray ban sunglasses cost?

First, because so many people are searching the Internet for cheap Ray Ban sunglasses, you must remember that Ray Ban sunglasses are quality products with a matching price.

The price is, in fact, one of the main elements that can indicate if the sunglasses are original or not.

Reference prices for each model of sunglasses are those shown on the official site. These can vary plus or minus a few dollars or euros at the authorized retailers that sell original products.

For example, if a pair of sunglasses on the official site cost $ 100 and you've found an offer at half price, there are 99% chances that that pair of sunglasses are fake.

It's a simple economic rule that never fails. If a dealer buys a product from the manufacturer at a cost of $ 75 for a profit will resell the product at a price of $ 100. In any case, not the $ 50 price.

Ray Ban sunglasses frame shapes

In addition to the Aviator and Wayfarer models, probably the most popular models of Ray Ban sunglasses, a number of other models with different types of frames are produced by Ray Ban.

Basically, Ray Ban produce frames models of sunglasses for all face shapes available. The only model of Ray Ban sunglasses that is suitable for absolutely all face shapes is the Aviator model. All other models of frames are more or less suited to some face shapes.

The main Ray Ban sunglasses frame shapes are

single lens
most popular models: Ray-Ban Wings, Ray-Ban RB 3211, Ray-Ban RB 4099

oval
most popular models: Ray-Ban RB 4153, Ray-Ban Predator 2, Ray-Ban Balorama

aviator style
most popular models: Ray-Ban Aviator Large Metal, Ray-Ban Cats 5000, Ray-Ban RB 3293

rectangle
most popular models: Ray-Ban Justin, Ray-Ban Top Bar, Ray-Ban RB 4057

round
most popular models: Ray-Ban Round Metal, Ray-Ban RB 4141, Ray-Ban RB 3475Q

butterfly
most popular models: Ray-Ban Vagabond, Ray-Ban Jackie Ohh, Ray-Ban  Jackie Ohh II

wayfarer/trapezoid
most popular models: Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer, Ray-Ban New Wayfarer, Ray-Ban Clubmaster

How much does a pair of Ray Ban sunglasses weighs ?

One of the most unusual ways to verify the authenticity of a pair of Ray Ban glasses is to weigh them.

Being manufactured from special materials, Ray Ban sunglasses are both strong and light. Usually, counterfeit products are made from poor quality materials, making them weigh more. So to check if the sunglasses are original, you can weigh them in hand. If they are very light, it may be original.

So how much does a pair of ray ban sunglasses weigh ? It depends on model. For example, the RB 3025 Ray Ban Aviator model weighs 31 grams. The Ray Ban Original Wayfarer RB 2140 901 black model weighs 45 grams, and the New Wayfarer RB 2132 901 black model weighs 33 grams.

The Ray-Ban Aviator Titanium RB 8041 001 arista  model weighs 28 grams and the Ray-Ban CL Carbon Lite RB 8305 082/71 dark carbon model weighs 15 grams.

Are the Ray Ban lenses non scratchable ?

Many people confuse the term scratch-resistant with non-scratchable. The lenses of Ray Ban sunglasses are scratch-resistant, but not non-scratchable. You must remember, not even the glass lenses are scratch-proof. But the lenses that are treated with scratch-resistant coating have a much harder surface that is more resistant to scratching.

Are Ray Ban sunglasses unisex ?

Well, most of them are. Even if, for example, the Aviator model was initially designed for men, today it is worn by women as well.

Most types of Ray Ban sunglasses frames can be worn equally well by women and by men.

There are also some Ray Ban sunglasses models that are designed exclusively for women. Those Ray Ban models designed exclusively for women are, for example, Ray-Ban Jackie Ohh RB 4101, Ray-Ban RB 4139 or Ray-Ban Cats 1000 RB 4126.