Side by Side Comparison of: Retro Rewind vs Ray-Ban

Seriously the best sun glasses I have. I bought them for a summer holiday thinking "it's so cheap, even if it's crap, at least I won't worry about loss or damage" but I use them almost every day. The quality of the polarized lens is AMAZING, it's even better than many Ray Ban's I own, which were all at least $200, so this product is definitely a gem and steal. I'm honestly surprised they haven't sold out or taken a price hike. The only downside I would mention is that the model I have (matte black) the matte paint has started to peel due to sea water, sun lotion, sweat, sand etc. I don't mind because this is so friggin cheap, as soon as it becomes too worn, I'll just buy another one!

Love these shades! These polarized flexible sunglasses get the job done and the polarized version make them even more practical. I use them everyday. Whether its driving or hanging out at the beach, they are probably the most economical pair I've ever owned. Instead of buying a super expensive pair, I'll wind up buying a bunch of these should they break or get lost.

Ordering another pair for my husband. A little larger than a ray ban, but they look good on both of us... Lenses seem good/protective. Fit is good, and I've dropped them several times with no problem. The lenses didn't even scratch with dropping (yet). I like that I can just wear them wherever and not worry about loosing expensive glasses.

I really enjoy these sunglasses for many reasons. Firstly, they truly are polarized lenses which is a plus for any serious sunglass wearer. ALSO, these are direct replicas of the Sonic Sunglasses that the 12th Doctor from Doctor Who wears, so it is good for cosplay too! All in all, a good fit, made of solid materials, a great buy!

These are the exact pair of glasses my husband bought from a kiosk at our shopping center. It was twice the price in person so I was relived to see it for $10. I bought the black regular frames (not matte) and they came pefect! They were still tightly screwed and not scartched. I've actually been wearing them for the past few days and no problems what so ever! I didn't experience any chopping of the paint or staining (mind you it gets past 103 degrees here in the summer time. It's a great purchase!

Received these today and was very impressed. The fit (52mm lens) is same as my prescription glasses. The quality is very good and the delivery time was just a few business days. I bought 2 pair 1BLK/1WHT and I am extremely pleased with Price/Quality&fit/&delivery speed. Highly recommend these for the car, & the beach.

I purchased the RB2132 in tortoise shell, with G-15XLT lenses, and in size 55mm. I spent a lot of time reading about which size to buy. I am a male that weighs 172 pounds, and stands just under 5'11". I have a relatively small head (based on the hat size I buy). I ended up going with 55mm, even though my gut told me to get the smaller size. I am glad I didn't, because the 55mm looks and feels great. I don't have a big head at all, and these sunglasses look great, at this size.Otherwise, the quality is top notch, and these glasses are simple and feel rugged. The tortoise shell is dark, and can almost look black while somebody is wearing them. Sometimes the light hits the frame just right, and gives them a little more character then plain old black. I highly recommend this frame color for a man or for a woman.The lenses also seem to be of high quality. I like that they are made of glass instead of plastic, which I feel will make them more scratch resistant. I just feel like glass seems to be of higher quality then plastic.The only con I can think of, is that sometimes I can see a minor reflection of my own face while wearing the sunglasses. At first I thought it was a smudge on the glass, but then realized it was my own eye that I was seeing a reflection of. This is only sometimes and under certain light conditions, but happens often when I'm driving to my left eye, the eye closest to the sunny window. I have always worn sunglasses that kind of wrap around the shape of the face, instead of this boxy type of style. So, I can only figure that I am seeing this because the lens sits a little bit out from the face, which is allowing me to see the reflection. This negative is still outweighed by the look, feel, and quality of these glasses.I received the black Ray-Ban case with my glasses.Overall, I think these are being sold at a great price for what you are getting, and highly recommend these sunglasses.I payed FULL PRICE for this item, and am of course giving my unbiased review.

These are very solidly built glasses. They're very high quality And they look great. I buy a lot of sunglasses. And at $64, these were a real bargain. The only thing that would be nice to have purchased is lenses that adjust with the sunlight. The lenses on these glasses are dark enough that they are not useful to wear when it's bright out but not blinding sunlight. I bought the basic lenses. I believe there are some more expensive lenses you can choose to buy which can adjust to the light.

I love these. Was so thrilled to find them at this price, with free shipping. Ordered from this seller and they arrived quickly. Came in nice box with pleather? leather? case and cleaning cloth. I'm extremely disappointed that they don't seem to fit my face as well as my other Ray Bans. They nose piece and the sides of the sunglasses are too big, for me at least. I'll have to have them tightened I guess. My boyfriend tried them on and they seemed to fit him perfectly. I know they are advertised for men - but was hoping they would fit me as well.

i got the polarized version and these aren't as dark as the set of oakleys that i have which i WISH they were but im not one to complain because these are a very nice pair of sunglasses, i needed smaller ones because i have a small and narrow face. the 52's fit PERFECT, i almost got the 55 and i dont regret my decision one bit im glad i did get the 52, they aren't extremely small and the frame fits great, looks great, and the length on the arms dont hang way off the back of my ears either. Still getting used to the smaller lens compared to my oakley's that have a bigger lens.if you know or think you have a small or narrow face, get the 52's, amazon is great with RMA service, if you happen to not like them.

I just received my Ray Bans' 2132 from Amazon and I absolutely love them. I have to admit...I was skeptical at first that perhaps they were not the real deal but after careful research and comparison to another pair RB2132 that I saw in a store, I did not see any differences. The Amazon purchase is the real deal. A few things to note about the new wayfarer's- they no longer have the 7 rivets as the classic wayfarer. The new RB2132 have hinges that look different from what we know but still made of metal. In addition, the RB2132's are also missing the wire in the temples as other predecessors. (note that the classics wayfarers' still have the wire; however, the cost is well over $150 in price. I hope that this information helps.

I have long been a $5 sunglasses person. They got the job done. But lately I've wanted to be a little more stylish and to have a little more quality. Well, I took a big leap and bought new Wayfarers. Wow, what a difference. From the heft to the style to the clarity of vision, these are by far the best pair of shades I've ever owned.A note on sizing. The pair I was interested in came in only 52mm or 55mm sizes. I was concerned about both because i felt like I would be in the middle. I went with the larger size and I'm glad I did. They fit my head size perfectly. I am an average sized person so this size should be good for most people.These sunglasses don't "latch" onto your head like others so be prepared for that. You will feel that these could fly off with a sudden movement (and they might). These are not active-wear glasses. For proper use you will appreciate the loose fit. Perfect for driving, lounging, whatever. Just don't play football in them. But you wouldn't, right?

Originally rated 5 stars, now a few months later near my ear the black is starting to wear away and underneath I can clearly see purple...so they took a pair of purple glasses and dipped it in something to color it black....guess not as good quality as I first thought. Good glasses but like wtf really?!Disappointed.

I'm a fan of the glasses just a bit disappointed that I found similar pair at a swap meet for cheaper. But these are great glasses, they are polarized and the style looks great. I wanted an affordable pair for when I wear contacts to the summer parties. My old cheap pair had poor visibility and made me feel my contacts were not the right prescription. Will these everything is clear!!

Risky Business? James Dean? These budget-friendly RayBan knockoffs give you the look of a '50s movie star at a popcorn price. Sure, there's no way they will ever be mistaken for genuine Wayfarers, but they're not really trying to. The polarized lenses reduce eye strain and make driving easier, and the black frames exude a cool nonchalance.

I love the rubberized texture and polarized lens BUT they are larger than the original Ray-bans. They looked more like aviator/Jackie O sunglasses than wayfarers in terms of size. I have a narrow face and these were a big large. If you're looking for a larger wayfarer then this is for you.

These are a good find. They are larger than the comparable Ray Bans mentioned in other posts. I'm posting a comparison pic as someone in my office has them. The Ray Bans are on the right in the pic. These are slightly wider, taller and thicker but still good. The Ray Bans are also a matt finish while these are glossy. Overall, I like them as backup sunglasses but be aware they may be too large for some faces.

I would definitely recommend buying!!! The sunglasses are quite stylish and comfortable. These are the glasses I now prefer to use when driving, they cut back on a lot of the light and glares. The only reason I rate them a 4 and not a 5 is because the lens do move a tiny bit inside of their respective frame. They won't fall out or anything but they slightly shift in place. Other than that they are almost perfect!

I liked a lot of things about these sunglasses: the fit, the materials and finishing, the clarity, and the style. But I had to return them because the lenses were not as dark as I wanted for everyday use in bright sun, too much light got in from the sides and back of the glasses, and there was a noticeable amount of reflected glare off of the back of the lenses. For casual use or cloudier days they would be great, but to be my one everyday pair of sunglasses they weren't the right choice for me. If I did decide to try the wayfarer shape again, I would definitely get the polarized lenses. I didn't think polarization would make that much of a difference, but I was really missing it when I tried these non-polarized ones out. The glass lenses are awesome. They really are super lightweight and thin, and are very clear with almost no distortion across the field of vision. I have a medium to large head and the 55mm size was right for me. The G-15 green tint is pleasant--it brightens up the world without making it garish, but I found I prefer a blue or gray tint for truer color. That's not to say these affect color dramatically, but it is noticeable.

Had a pair of the same glasses before purchasing these. I lost that pair while on vacation and when I bought the new glasses they did not seem to have the same coloring to them. The older version had a slight green tint, which made everything seem a little brighter. Still good glasses and I do like them very much, just not exactly the same.

Great glasses...very stylish, and at a superb price as always, from Amazon.Just keep in mind, that even the 55mm ones are a little smaller than the big wayfarers.Rayban now makes a zillion types of Wayfarer Models, and this one is a little smaller.

The product is genuine Ray Ban. The tortoise design gave it a nice vintage look, very classy. However, even the large wayfarer size is still too small for my round face, it keeps slipping and did not go well with my facial structure. Wayfarer seems to only work well with long or oval face structures.If you have a round face and can make it work, let me know!

The glasses I received were great but my niece wanted the black frames. When I or I ordered them in black (from a different vendor) and in the exact size as these, they fit too large. I don't know why there has to be so much confusion over sizing, but if you are picky, I suggest walking into a brick and mortar store. I do not mind sending things back, but paying to return an item is something to consider. when sizing might be an issue.

I love sunglasses.These ones liked me the most cause of the shape, it fits good almost on every face. It's no so aggresive like the original wayfarers but it keeps the spirit.I inspect VERY CLOSE the building quality of the sunglasses and in this model the ONLY found TWO things i didn't like1) The glasses are not tightly fixed in the sunglasses frame, cause when i wipe it gently it sound and it feels kind of loose. but it's just SLIGHTLY, enough to feel it but not for being a problem2) I noticed (with the TORTOISE color model), that the frame is a transparent material with a brown tone AND on the exterior is painted with a texturized pattern that makes the TORTOISE model. I don't like the fact thet is PAINTED and not part of the FRAME material. But again, this is not a problem, it's just the quality expectations i have with sunglasses.The TORTOISE color can be noticed just if you look close (Like talking to a person), but a view from a far distance looks like BLACK, if you want them to look brown i recommend to look for the HAVANA model that is a lighter tone.OVERALL,I love how they fit in my face, liked the building quality and the color. I recommend it.

These are pretty good, fair materials, except for the screws holding the arms to the frame. For the first month or so, the arms will be very, very tight, but will eventually loosen. The problem arises when they becomes so loose that you might want to tighten them.I didn't even know such brittle, weak metal existed in our modern world, but those screws are terrible. I'm almost suspicious that they're not actually screws, but rivets disguised as screws, because no amount of careful use of screwdrivers will result in the screws tightening at all. It's really strange, and I wonder how these will hold up over the long term. They may be "one summer" glasses, so perfect if you tend to lose your sunglasses each year and always need to buy a new pair (which...unfortunately describes me). But if you want glasses that will hold up long-term, buy something else.

These are "ok" for the price. I purchased them at the last minute because someone stole my Revos. These sunglasses are NOT Revos or even close. The lenses are huge (52mm) and I feel like a Kardashian wearing them :) When I asked customer service if they had the style with smaller lenses they sent me a link to the Kids section. Not cool. These are "ok" for backup glasses, but they're not high end by any stretch.

These are great basics and don't get caught in my curly hair due to the thick rubbery frames, but the black paint tends to chip off and even rub off on the skin, which is annoying. The lenses themselves are nice and don't cause headaches like other sunglasses do due to weird tints or tightness.

Giving three stars as it is what was described but doesn't fit me. I was expecting to get sunglasses that were normal size and thought this would probably fit my face. I received them and they were too small. The very tip of the sunglasses barely reached my ear. I ended up just giving them to my mom as she has a smaller head but if you think you have a big head, definitely don't get these as they will be too small. My head is slightly bigger than normal and they didn't fit.

I general, the quality was ok. I would have given 5 stars, but one of the lenses does not fit in the socket. It has a 1/16" gap at the bottom where it appears the material was to small it was cut out of. I received 2 of these, and only 1 socket of 1 pair was deficient.

I like to have things for at least a month before I make reviews. I wore these a few times since it's starting to get sunny here. Today I wore them and when I took them off the handle was broke. I absolutely loved these sunglasses but the quality of the frame is really bad.

Definitely are smaller than I thought Frames would fit a toddler most definitely not unisex maybe some women would fit in them

When I first saw these I loved the look and decided to order a pair. For reference I always use Smith optics primarily the Maverick style which are quite a bit different. I receive the Ray Ban wayfarers in 55mm tortoise shell and right away they look almost comical on me. Way too big for my face. Granted this isn't then sunglasses fault but they look very wide and sit far off the face. I wish the tortoise shell came in a 52mm although I still think that might be too big. Great looking sunglasses just be careful the style fits your face. These are going back. Definitely free returns by Amazon helps.

I bought these to replace wayfarer 2140 and I ended up returning them because the lenses were much smaller. Be careful when sizing these "NEW" wayfarers because when the size indicates 54 or 55 that is the width and the same for both the New and original but there is a big difference with the height. The NEW style are maybe 33% less in height so the lens and the sunglasses look much smaller than the look I thought I was buying as "Wayfarers"

These are really nice but are very small. I have a narrow face and they were tiny. I returned them to get the 55mm.

I purchased the tortoise design and so far it looks good and legit. The only issue I had was that there were some signs that it might have been used. When folding or moving the arms, there was nearly no resistance. All of my other pairs of sunglasses including my older 2140 design had resistance. This one had very little to no resistance as if someone used this a lot (opening and closing numerous times will do this). Additionally the Ray-Ban sticker had some air pockets in it and seemed like it was recently placed or something. These 2 factors made me think I received a used one. But then again, who knows?*update* - I had it replaced with another because the button from the case came off. What I'm wondering is, what side should the "RB" logo be etched on? Because the first one was etched behind the left lens. While the replacement has the RB logo etched on the outside of the left lens. Keep in mind I'm talking about the letters "RB" not the word Ray-Ban. Also the indented Ray-Ban logo on the arms look slightly different. The font on one of the them looks slightly thicker than the other. Also on the inside of the arms, the word "Ray-Ban" appears sharper in one and a bit more blurry in the other. Took pictures but because the differences are so subtle, it's hard to tell by taking a picture.3 stars because the arm movement is actually bothering me quite a bit. Also it doesn't sit all the way flush, but I just realized that the description says that it might have this issue...

I took a chance on these and saw some of the negative reveiws but wanted to see for myself. They do appear to be quality Ray-Bans but as others had alluded to - the lenses are a little loose and create a clicking noise when moved. For the price, I'll save the 30 bucks from their main website for a little clicking noise but others may want the real deal.

Decent for the price if you want a cheap pair of polarized glasses to take on a trip. My mistake was thinking they would last. I wore them about 20 times before the frame broke at the hinge. We examined it and they, as you would expect, are very cheaply made. I'm not a fan of expensive glasses but my $100 pair have lasted over two years and that's simply more economical.

I really liked the style of these sunglasses, went for the matte ones. However, they left a black residue on my face. I'm not sure if it was the style, or a combination of my sunblock and sweat during vacation, but I did not like that I had to constantly be checking my face for black marks from the sunglasses.

These sunglasses look great, however I bought the matte ones and they leave black marks on my nose after wearing them. It was horribly embarrassing the first time I wore them and someone asked me why the bridge of my nose was black. Unfortunately they have continued to leave black marks on my nose even after wearing several times so I have stopped wearing them, it is a shame.

You get what you pay for. The polarization works well and are easy to clean.However the matte black color came with an unsettling side effect: The black would rub off on my ears, bridge of my nose, and under my eyes. Even after washing multiple times I occasionally get residue.

I ordered two pairs of these as a replacement for another pair I had bought on Amazon previously called - Rivacci Men Women Wayfarer Tortoise Frame. I wish I would have just ordered those again. These are way too big for my face, both fit-wise and aesthetically, whereas the Rivacci brand fit perfectly. These are definitely lower quality, which is to be expected for being 25% of the price of the others. When I need sunglasses again, I will pay the $15 extra and order the Rivacci.

These sunglasses are good but I wouldn't waste my money on them. Here's Why!Pros:This product is decent in the sun. These sunglasses aren't ray-bans but I use them on my motor cycle and they work pretty great.They come with sunglasses holders which is great, and I think a wipe.Cons:When I got these sunglasses they were actually scratched. This is why I had to rate at a 2 star. I dislike when products come damaged.

I did not like these as the sum comes in the sides. Wrap arounds are better for me.

They are really wide they don't stay up. Also i thought I was having a visual disturbance turns out to be the lens after I had family look through them they have a blurred spot in the center of the lens. Both sides. Big disappointment for the price of them you would expect some quality. Nice looking glasses tho.

They look more black than tortoise, but I'm keeping them because they are authentic. Good for the price

These glasses have been purchased last year and to be honest, the quality is not good. They're flaky and not the high quality that i am used to with Ray Ban Glasses. Taking a closer look, they have the authenticity features ray ban glasses should have but i've had 10$ glasses that were better. I doubt they're the real deal.

Quality seemed good and look was god, but I couldn't keep them on my face. I would have loved to keep them but they were crazy wide. I don't even have a small face and I had to keep pushing them up. I had to return them unfortunately.

i would rate it one star but i realized very few product here gets only one star, so just trying to be nice...first, the most terrible thing - one of the lens is loose! when i picked up the glasses from box, i heard something but i didn't notice, when i was wearing it i heard it again. then i realized something was not right, i shook the glasses SOFTLY then i can hear the sound of lens is moving, then i touch the lens i made sure that the lens wasn't fixed well.secondly the angel of the legs is way big than reasonable, and i don't think my head is small...if there were not good packing with Ray Ban's sticker logo on the lens, i would have thought it's used product.i had to return it, and will never buy glasses from online store as you never know... even though the price does sound cheaper than Sunglass Hut or other stores you can find on the street.

if sunscreen touches it, the black coating will get eroded and comes off the product....

One lens will not stay in. When I clean them the lens pops out and when I walk against the wind it shakes. Would not recommend. I know they are cheap, but I can't even wear them.

The hinge screw on one side was over tightened and you can't really fold the hinge closed without making a very loud squeaking noise as you force it.

Sunglasses were at first great. I purchased them for an upcoming vacation. As soon as I began to wear them the black coating on the frames started to flake off. By the fourth day of wearing them there was almost none of the black covering left, and was just making a mess. I ended up throwing them away after using them 5-10 times.

These are absolute garbage. Lasted for a few days, but literally crumbled and peeled apart in the sun. Apparently they are neon green under the black coating. You get what you pay for.

Received sunglasses in a small package with other sunglasses crammed together. The lenses are scratched and the right lens pops out too easily.Had to throw them away a day or two later because they were too flimsy.

I purchased two pair of these "Ray Bans" for gifts in Dec. 2015 and loved the quAlity at first but have noticed the Ray Ban signature on the lens is coming off! I've owned several pair of Ray Bans and after many many years have never had the signature logo come off. Makes me question the authenticity of the product! Now my warranty is out so I'm stuck with them!

The first pair of these I ordered 6 months ago were perfect. I ordered an exact replacement after dropping the first pair to the bottom of a river. What came from Frames Direct were clearly knock-offs. They appear to have been a previous return, so I'm not sure frames direct is at fault. The lenses were thin cheap plastic and the "etching" scraped right off with my fingernail. Also they came in a brown case (not black as the previous pair). Finally, the Rayban logo on the side was just glued on top. They weren't even a good knockoff. Come on scam artists, take some pride in your work! Just from the heft I could tell they were not real. Return processed easily for a replacement, hopefully my next pair will be authentic.Update: 27Sep2015Second pair received. Even more fake... if that's possible. This pair also had all of the above defects, and did not have the etching in the lens. Cancelled order I'll try from a different seller (not Frames Direct).

Ordered a pair with the polarized lenses and they were great for a few weeks. Loved them. But then the tint on the lenses started to blister up around the edges, so you'd get pockets of light/silver peaking through the glasses. I sent them back and thought it was just a bad draw of luck. Got the second pair and around week 4, same deal. Sent back for a refund.They turn to a waste of $100 within a months time.

Cheap fake Ray Ban sunglasses. Been wearing this brand and model for years, and when my last pair was accidentally crushed, I bought these to replace them. They are obviously fake as soon as you see them, plastic lenses, cheap single hinges and lightweight. Beware!!

Real ones are great...these are fake. Amazon keeps refusing to post my review. Sun Goods glasses are NOT authentic. Buy the real ones...from Amazon or another reputable company

Fake!! Do not purchase! The Ray Bans I received are fake replicas and I'm returning them. I bought an identical pair of Ray Bans from an authorized dealer and when I compared them the weight and quality of the sunglasses is not the same. Don't get fooled. These replicas have all the correct markings on them, however the size of the writing is not the same as authentic Ray Bans. My brown sunglasses also came in a black leather case instead of the brown leather case. That was the first mistake I saw. The size of the warranty booklet and cloth was also smaller than the authentic pair.