Ray-Ban RB2140 Original Wayfarer Sunglasses | 
| Brand: Ray-Ban
Category: Shoes
Department: unisex-adult
Buy New: $90.00 - $178.95 (On sale from $195.00)
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Sales Rank: 1008
Fabric Type: acetate, plastic
Media: Apparel
Clothing Size: one size
Size: one size
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 14 x 8 x 5
MPN: 206222999SummitSports
Model: RB2140
ASIN: B001GNBJP0
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Product Description
The Original Wayfarer from Ray- Ban is the most recognizable style in sunwear. They have a distinct shape that is paired with the Ray-Ban signature logo on the temples. The Wayfarer comes in a variety of colors allowing you to express your own style and personality. Classically framed and completely iconic, this updated version has a softer eye shape and polished logo plaques at each of the sculpted temples, both of which add even more appeal to an already timeless style. The G-15 XLT lens reduces eyestrain and squinting. It also transmits all colors equally, retaining their true values, making the G-15 a natural vision lens. . Model Year: 2010, Product ID: 206222, Frame Shape: Shield, Frame Material: Plastic, Polarized: No
Amazon.com Product Description
Wayfarers signify what the look of rock and roll is all about. Classically framed and completely iconic, this style from Ray-Ban is lightweight and durable and ready to exude some serious attitude. Includes a durable protective storage case.
Amazon.com Product Description
Wayfarers signify what the look of rock and roll is all about. Classically framed and completely iconic, this pair of sunglasses from Ray-Ban is lightweight, durable, and ready to exude some serious attitude.
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Incredible glasses, and worth every penny! August 31, 2010
Drew (Springfield, IL)
I've always loved the Wayfarer style. It's really the only thing that "works" for me. I can sort of pull off Aviators and Clubmasters, but the Wayfarers are what look perfect on me (or really anyone, for that matter; they're not too hard to pull off). So, obviously, I would scour every store I could to find a cheap pair of glasses with a nice Wayfarer style. I payed $20 for two of them. One broke after a few months, and the other lasted (surprisingly) two years. Regardless, each pair finally crapped out on me with the lens falling out. I decided, at that point, to look into why expensive glasses should really be so expensive.
I always wanted Ray-Ban glasses, but I always thought the price was too outrageous to consider them. When my two cheap pairs broke, and I discovered a pair of my dad's old Ray-Bans still kicking after well over 20 years, I thought that there had to be something to their price tag. I immediately went to my local Sunglass Hut and tried them on, and I was convinced at that point. I immediately came home and ordered a black polarized pair on the spot. Five days later, I had my glasses.
This is the 2140 pair, however. The difference being that the 2132 is the "New" Wayfarer style, which is more rectangular and streamlined. Because of this, the 2132's feel lighter and almost flimsier, and the look of them just isn't for me. Keep in mind that I don't think the 2132's will break easily. It was just my opinion that, compared to the 2140's, they didn't have as heavy duty of a feel to them. The 2140's, the minute you hold them, feel like they're built like a tank. Some might not like this, but that helped me decide to buy those. Along with that, they have a much more squared look to them, and they tilt into your face, while the 2132's are straight.
My glasses came in a brown leather case, which I found odd, as I had seen tons of videos of people with black cases with black sunglasses, and brown ones with the tortoise shell style. Maybe they're random, or maybe it was just a mix-up (don't worry, the glasses are real, they have the etching and everything). Open it up, and inside is booklets with Ray-Ban's styles and their impact, along with a microfiber cleaning cloth. They had a tiny bit of scruff on one arm, which I found odd. There were what looked like tiny scratches on one small part of it, which is sort of a bummer, but it's not like it's in a noticeable place, nor is it deal-breaking in any way.
When you wear the glasses, however, is when you really see why you spent the money you did. People think cheapo glasses cover their eyes just fine, and to an extent, it's true. If glasses say they'll cover a good amount of UV rays, they'll cover that amount--normally the same amount as the expensive glasses. There are problems, however. One, they normally distort colors, and two, they don't protect from glare, which still causes the eye to have to squint to keep light out. My pair is polarized, which obviously helps reduce a ton of glare, so I can't speak for regular sunglasses, but the minute you put them on, you're amazed at how much detail they bring out. Even more amazing is that, even when the sun is blaring in your eyes, you still don't have to squint nearly at all. The glasses just do so much more than you could ever think they would. I recommend even more for you to get polarized lenses. They're a bit more pricey, and you'll find your (presumably) LCD phone screen to look very weird while you wear the glasses, and if you're a photographer, your polarized lenses won't react well to your glasses (but why would you wear glasses when you look through the viewfinder, anyways?), but otherwise, it's worth all the money to get them.
Overall, Ray-Bans are worth every cent you pay, and are incredibly durable. They'll hold up through the years while still looking fashionable. I can't say the same for those one-lens glasses and giant lens ones that seem to be all the rage nowadays...
 Great price at Amazon.com August 24, 2010
Sung Yoo
Style-wise, you can't beat these trendy Wayfarers.
One thing I have an issue with is that because these sunglasses are tilted quite a lot, you may not get the coverage you are looking for. Because of this and my smaller nose bridge, a lot of sunlight actually makes it into my eyes. I don't have much of a problem with this because I like Wayfarers for their style, but this might bother some. If you like this style but want more coverage, the "New Wayfarer" model might be better for you - although they are smaller, they are not as tilted so sunlight can't get through as much.
Aside from that, the Ray-Ban G15 lenses are the best I've worn. They are just so bright and vivid - completely different from any I've worn before. By the way, Amazon.com lists the black frames as having 'black lenses': this is incorrect. They are G15's.
great shade July 20, 2010
Blue Heaven (New York, USA)
The glasses looks great on me. The store I went to is out of stock so I purchased on line. The price is cheaper than the local retail store. Delivery is very fast.
ORIGINAL WAYFARER White on Black RB 2140 original June 23, 2010
Viacheslav Belchenko (Athens, Greece.)
The only Ray Ban glasses, the way it was ment to be. Can be a Brand's "visit card".
The Only Ray Ban model, without any compromise.
Great Look! Style/Size/Model Explanation March 10, 2010
John B. Kalla (Aurora, CO USA)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
The first time I ordered these I was confused about the numbers and sizing of the glasses, and got it wrong. Here's how it works:
The glasses come with either a 50mm or 54mm lens diameter. I can't say whether they're just wider or are also taller, as I haven't tried both sizes.
They also come with a choice between two different distances between the lenses: 18mm & 22mm. I guess if your head is large, you'll probably want the 22mm option.
Model Number Explanation, as far as I can figure. Haven't quite got it down, but this should be close:
The set I own now: 902/57-5022
The first set of numbers is the color/style, ie: Tortoise frame = 902. The number after the slash seems to correlate with lens type, ie: Crystal Brown Polarized = 57. Therefore, 902/57 style is a Tortoise frame with Crystal Brown Polarized lens.
The second set of numbers is a little easier. The first two numbers are the lens diameter and the last two is the distance between the lenses, ie: 5022 = 50mm lens with 22mm between the lenses.
FYI: This style, 2140, is the "Original Wayfarer" style. Others include the 2132 (New Wayfarer), 2151 (Square Wayfarer), 2143 (Wayfarer II), 4105 (Folding Wayfarer), and the 9035 (Junior Wayfarer for kids).
I hope this helps!
The glasses do fog up easily, at least on my face. I believe it's because they are closer to my face than regular sunglasses. For that, and the lack of easy explanation of the styles and sizes, I subtracted a star, but I love the way these glasses look and wouldn't part with them for anything!
The New Wayfarers (2132) differ in that the lens is more shallow, so if your cheeks hit the classic Wayfarers, they probably won't with the new style. Also, the New Wayfarers have slightly thinner & lighter plastic frames. I prefer the New Wayfarers myself, but they don't make the frame/lens combination I like (Tortoise/Brown Polarized) in that model.
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