From their early military origins in the 1930s, Ray-Ban' sunglasses have been recognized for their lenses. Today, these high quality lenses remain at the heart of the appeal for Ray-Ban sunglasses. Equally important as lens technology is the design and manufacturing of our Ray-Ban sunglass frames. They are designed to perform in a variety of conditions and provide continuous comfort and fit.
Adjustability ' Most temples can be adjusted for optimal fit
Nose Pads ' For comfort, rounded smooth edges; for fit nose pads rock in all directions on gooseneck pad arms
Temples ' Sample temples are flexed beyond their normal position as a test of strength and stability
Temple Tips ' Paddle tips are specifically designed to be smooth against the skin
Plastics ' To ensure a smooth feel and highly polished appearance cellulose acetate and nylon frames tumble in a mixture of wooden pegs and polishing compounds for up to 4 days
Metals ' Eyewires are durable to resist abuse, hold lenses securely and retain adjustments