How do you know if Ray-Bans are authentic?

Original Ray-Ban sunglasses will have “RB” etched onto the corner of the left lens to prove its authenticity. If the etching is missing, or a low quality or painted on the glasses will be fake. Other signs to spot a fake pair of Ray-Bans include the packaging and way in which they are boxed to ship.

What is the real Ray-Ban site?

(Ray-Ban.com is the only official site.)

Do all Ray Bans have serial numbers?

All about Ray-Ban serial numbers. Ray-Ban sunglasses arrive with a plethora of letters and serial numbers permanently etched into the inside of the frame. Ray-Ban alphanumeric serial numbers are always etched out of sight on the inside of the left-side arm and will ever be printed on the box in which they are packed.

Why are Ray Bans so expensive?

Name brands, including Ray-Ban, typically offer lenses with UV protection, and some take it a step further with polarized lenses, which can also notch up the price. There’s also manufacturing costs. “All the lenses are made in Italy,” Beneventi said, as are all the Wayfarer components.

Does Luxottica sell real Ray Bans?

Bausch & Lomb sold Ray-Ban to Luxottica in 1999, so unless you’re buying a vintage pair, you should see Luxottica’s name. In a separate package you’ll find a cleaning cloth with the Ray-Ban logo. The real thing is made of microfiber, while knockoffs will usually use a generic soft fabric instead.

What do the codes on Ray-Bans mean?

The width or diameter of the lens is the first number (52-18-140) The bridge width is the distance between the two lenses (52-18-140) Bridge. The 3rd number of the sequence is the length of the temples (52-18-140) Temple.

Does Sunglass Hut sell fake Ray Bans?

Buying from reputable retailers is the surest way to acquire real Ray-Ban Wayfarers and avoid the fakes. Luxottica also owns LensCrafters, Sunglass Hut, Pearle Vision, Sears Optical, Target Optical, Frames Direct and many others. These retailers sell genuine Ray-Ban Wayfarers in addition to Wayfarer-style sunglasses.

Which Ray Bans are made in China?

The list of Ray Ban sun glasses models that are currently being made in China includes 3364, 3379, 3267, 3386, 8301, 3484, 3119, 3364, 3387, 8310, 4125F, 2168F and 3016 among other models. Due to public concern, Luxottica has made public their business model on their website.

What kind of Ray Ban sunglasses are there?

Ray-Ban RB3016 Clubmaster ,Pre-owned , Brown Gold Frame/ Brown Lens Sunglasses. Only 1 left! Ray-Ban produces the iconic Aviator and Wayfarer sunglasses.

How many sizes of Ray Ban Aviators are there?

Ray-Ban has been making this iconic style since 1937. Aviator sunglasses have drop-shaped lenses in metal frames. They are available with any of the Ray-Ban lens choices. You can typically find Aviators in three sizes: 55-millimeter Small, 58-millimeter Standard, and 62-millimeter Large, depending on the model.

When did the Ray Ban Wayfarers come out?

The Wayfarers were introduced in 1952. Their black acetate frames and rounded square lenses are instantly recognizable. The line has expanded to include tortoiseshell, leather, and colored frames for their sunglasses.