Ray-Ban Eyeglasses

Ray-Ban Eyeglasses FAQs

Are My Ray-Bans Genuine?

What are some indicators that you're buying the "real deal" when you get your hands on a new pair of Ray-Bans?

1. Quality of the Frames – Ray-Bans frames should feel sturdy, with no loose parts or flimsy pieces. Genuine Ray-Bans are quality made, with sturdy, pre-dyed acetate. In most cases, if the color is painted on the frames or there's a color discrepancy when you fold the temple arms to look at the hinge area, they're fake. Another good way to tell the difference between genuine and fake Ray-Bans is to run your finger along the edges of the frame and feel for seams. Ray-Ban hand-makes all its acetate frames from a single block, so there should be no seams along the temples or around the lenses. You also shouldn't feel or see any glue or uneven edges.
2. Quality of the Lenses – Many Ray-Bans have glass lenses. Tap your fingernail against the lens. If the lenses feel light and make a loud tapping sound, they're not glass. Glass lenses have a quieter, more ringing sound, and are also much heavier. The lens material isn't the end-all, be-all of revealing the fakes, however. Some genuine Ray-Bans have plastic lenses. Check the logo; if it's blurry, chances are they're fake. If you ordered polarized lenses, the Ray-Ban logo (not the etching) should have a P next to it. Check to see if they are actually polarized by looking at a computer or phone display with your sunglasses on. The screen should look strange when you tilt it back and forth.
3. Quality of the Packaging – Genuine Ray-Ban sunglasses come in a black or brown faux leather case. If the stitching is fraying slightly or shows traces of glue (check the corners), you're most definitely looking at a fake. Ray-Ban makes impeccable-quality cases, so these imperfections, though small, aren't tolerated. Last, check the materials that come with the sunglasses. In a separate package you'll find a cleaning cloth with the Ray-Ban logo. The real thing is made of microfiber, while knockoffs usually come with a generic soft fabric instead. Using the wrong type of fabric to polish your lenses can scratch them, so if the cleaning fabric feels fake, the sunglasses are, too.

Does Ray-Ban Make Prescription Sunglasses?

Yes, Ray-Ban makes an array of prescription sunglass styles for men and women. FramesDirect.com carries many options.

Can You Get Replacement Lenses For Ray-Ban Sunglasses?

Yes, you can get replacement lenses for Ray-Ban sunglasses at FramesDirect.com. Send us your frames and we'll fit them with new premium lenses.

Are Ray-Ban Sunglasses Polarized?

Ray-Ban offers polarized lenses as an option for most of its sunglasses styles. Ray-Ban sunglasses lenses come in a variety of colors and tinting options. FramesDirect.com carries many styles of authentic Ray-Bans.

Are Ray-Bans Waterproof?

Ray-Bans can get wet. If they do, shake off the excess water and use a microfiber cloth to dry them off. Ray-Bans won't rust—if they do, chances are they aren't authentic. Find authentic Ray-Bans at FramesDirect.com.