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The experience with glass lenses in sunglasses is consistently positive. Very few prospective customers complain about the higher weight. However, it is usually noticed that the glasses still have scratched lenses even after years. And that, of course, is a big advantage. All the above manufacturers have different tints in the program, which have different contrasts. It is best to test out the different lenses on a sunny day before buying and pay attention to details in your surroundings, for example edges on houses or shading, to determine where the contrasts are most comfortable for you. Because glass is much denser, it can be made thinner than an equivalent plastic lens with the same dioptric power. In other words, glass is more efficient at bending light than plastic lenses. Which in optics, is the holy grail material for making lenses (as long as you don’t drop them.)

Brown/amber lenses. This lens tint can enhance depth perception. While brown/amber lenses are great for pilots, sailors and golfers seeking clarity on sunny days, they tend not to work well on cloudy days. Choosing sunglasses isn’t all about sun protection and visual performance, of course. You also want your shades to flatter you. A good place to start is determining the shape of your face — from there, you can get a sense of which styles do and don’t work for you. For more than 100 years, the Italian luxury eyewear brand Persol (an acronym of "for the sun" in Italian) has been making the highest quality shades available, combining timeless style with impeccable craftsmanship. The 649 Original, released in 1957, is still handmade in Italy, and remains an iconic sunnies style that has been worn by the likes of hip-hop god, record executive, and entrepreneur Jay-Z. The acetate frame has a wide profile with a keyhole bridge that features the company's patented Victor Flex, a three-notch bridge that allows you to adjust the length and curve for a personalized fit. The 649s also featured Persol's famous Meflecto flexible stems that prevent them from pressing against your temples, making for a more comfortable wearing experience. Green lenses. This tint is a good all-around choice for outdoor sports — green lenses both reduce glare and brighten shadows. Because they work in rain or shine, green lenses are a versatile choice. If you’re in the market for a new pair of sunglasses, you’ve probably realized that there are plenty of lens options available — namely, glass and plastic. But do glass or plastic lenses make more sense for sunglasses?

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As a kid, I lusted after the Ray-Ban Aviators. As an adult, after I'd finally made the upgrade from cheaper imitations, the brand's quality and craftsmanship made me that much more of a fan, especially when behind the wheel. Just ask any state trooper. The Ray Ban Aviators are classics that have been around since the late 1930s when they were designed for the US Army pilots (before the birth of the U.S. Air Force). And if they were the go-to for flying aces, they definitely make the cut for commuting.

Plastic lenses. Plastic is lighter than glass and provides more protection against shattering. Plastic also is easier to coat with various tints and treatments. However when it comes down to it, if you are investing in a great pair of sunglasses that you want to last for a long time, then it is highly recommended that you should choose lenses which have at least the first four types of lens treatments.

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Sunglasses with real glass lenses are found today only in the higher quality sunglasses manufacturers. The beauty of glass lenses is their durability. It is not uncommon for sunglasses with glass lenses to look practically worn from the surface after eight to nine years, even though they have not been treated with extreme care. Polycarbonate is much lighter and thinner than other lens materials but can be very expensive depending on your prescription. All of the sunglasses on this list were worn in real-life scenarios ranging from running errands to hiking and driving, a minimum of seven times over the course of a two-week test period. At the end of this period, we scored each pair from 1 to 5 for various attributes including quality, fit, performance, appearance, and value. Overall scores were used to determine our category winners. An anti-scratch coating ensures that your sunglass lenses will avoid being scratched and ruined by surfaces like sand, the inner contents of your purse or your shirt sleeve (because you know they always end up being cleaned that way). Their remote service keeps the prices of your lenses competitively low and lets us get on with manufacturing our spectacle and sunglasses frames.