Which Sunglasses Are Best? Persol Or Ray-ban - Why Handmade Quality Always Wins Over Luxury Branding

After being greatly inspired by a video I saw recently on the excellent "Alpha M" channel about Ray-Ban Wayfarers, I decide to give my own opinion on which sunglasses brand I myself consider the best. I discuss luxury branding in context of the quality of sunglasses and how sometimes paying a bit more for the handmade quality over out sourced mass production can really pay off and last you a lifetime. Todays video I talk specifically about my favourite brand; Persol, its long legacy as a heritage brand, iconic Eurocentric and hollywood 60s sophistication, the unique production of its glasses, and which pair I choose for myself. A good pair of Ray-bans will last a decade but a good pair of Persol will last a lifetime.
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[@vecna7904]

The single best KZbin channel I’ve ever come across! Absolutely agree quality over luxury! Great channel!

[@inglando]

I agree. I'm a sunglass lover and wouldn't have a "luxury" designer pair of glasses in my collection. I do care a lot about the lenses. More so than the frames. Even so, I do own a few pairs of Ray-Ban because they are still iconic. I would love more Persol but i need large frames and Persol barely offers them. Now, quality being first, I would put Persol, Randolph Engineering and Serengeti on top. Maui Jim also makes nice sunglasses with superb lenses. I currently own Oakley, Ray-Ban, Costa, Maui Jim, Revo, Serengeti, Smith, Randolph, Persol and I consider each of those a good brand. And, to be fair, my RB2132 New Wayfarers and RB3560 Colonel are both made in Italy and have crystal lenses and feel high quality to me. Actually, all my RB, except one are made in Italy.

[@stevenblakeakahashburns]

I got a pair of Persil and Roy Bon €6.99 in Lanzarote Steal

[@robovirtuoso1354]

Wow you've been duped. I got mine from them for 4.99 LOL.

[@davidviner4932]

Lol, that made me laugh, nice one

[@MikeRochac]

Each or for both of them?

[@timmkaufmamm]

Robo Virtuoso lol 2,50€ Club yihaaaaa

[@longdaysandhardworkatramra8260]

perfect for driving your roys royce

[@thestig007]

I even wear sunglasses in the winter. Especially if the sun is shining with snow on the ground. Can get extremely bright and damage your eyes if you aren't careful.

[@alexp3752]

In Southern California, we wear sunglasses all year round. Sometimes we switch from a gradient brown in the winter to a darker shade in the summer. Few people who drive here do not wear sunglasses while driving during the daylight hours there is so much sun here.

[@thestig007]

@@alexp3752 Yeah I can imagine that. Squinting all the time will give you wrinkles too, so just add that to the benefits of always having sunglasses!

[@jaggernolan4310]

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[@emersoncaspian8726]

@Jagger Nolan I watch on flixzone. Just google for it :)

[@jaggernolan4310]

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[@YJMusic72]

Nice video! I bought my first pair of Persols, about fifteen years ago. And I'm about to buy my third pair. Don't think I'll ever buy another brand. I love them! They're perfect.

[@connorguthrie1271]

Couldn't agree more. Nice review. I remember the "big switch" in production ray ban made 5 years ago or so and the quality stepped down a LOT. Got Persols now and haven't looked back!

[@allen31951]

I love the variety of your videos. Your distinction between luxury and quality is important. I would add one more element.....value. I tend to approach purchases by evaluating their value. That is, what is the best quality item I can buy for my targeted price point. Keep up your great videos. Your subscriber base is growing and well deserved.

[@SPaul-us9ob]

I love my Ray-Bans, but you've definitely expanded what I'll consider buying. I'll definitely take a look at Persol next time I need a new pair.

[@ACAB100]

Steven Collins hjjojky

[@mikemitch1041]

Thanks for the reply, really liking the various videos really enjoying the Squale

[@dl733sak]

Ray Bans were my first high quality sunglass love. Currently, I have Persol sunglasses and Persol prescription. I'm with you, Persol are the best, super high quality and a nice luxury.

[@sherifsaid718]

Thanks for the well description, you convinced me to buy a Persol soon also i recommend looking at Randolph Engineering sunglasses, made in USA and have the same concept of Persol.

[@robertloban3809]

I have had a love for Ray Bans since I was a young Lieutenant back in the 60's. They were made by B&L back then. I remember purchasing a pair in the post exchange, and memory is that I paid $17 or $18 for them. I own a couple of pairs today.

[@travlishallingquest5719]

Did you retire from the military, sir? I have been in the Navy 18 years, and I must say that the exchanges (no matter the hosting branch) offer great deals on luxury items.

[@user-JamesBond]

Thanks to you I just bought my first pair I am so happy with them. They are very well made. I emailed Persol because I have a wide face and they gave me a list.

[@leightoncooke]

Great video. Recently I bought the Persol Caffè partly on your recommendation. They fit me perfectly and I find the polarization more natural than my Aviators. Grazie!

[@gahloot]

3 things I instantly look at. I look at people's shoes, the watch they wear, and if they wear glasses I look for Persol. It tells me a lot about a person without speaking a word to them. When you know more about qja!it items. You recognized Persols by the iconic look. Without having to see a name. I wore Varnet, and Wayfairers in the early 80's. Then spotted Elton John, and George Michael wearing Persols and was hooked.

[@kingjrlomelino8685]

Sounds judgmental and a ignorant way to sum up a person

[@Staayreal]

extremely ignorant and socially inept LOL

[@mikewhite9717]

so you are ignore someone wearing vintage gold filled Ray bans?

[@Whatyoutakinbout]

Whos here after watching the Batman

[@milankovacevic1483]

Wonderful video. Really hits the spot. Enjoyed it a lot.

[@BltchErica]

The intro song is "Yancey Boys - Flowers" if anyone wants to know.

[@jhernandez3183]

Gurosama Bltch lmfao I was surprised #Dilla

[@SilentIns0mniac]

I am in the market for a new pair of high quality sunglass and actually just watched that alpha m. Video. I was planning on getting those wayfarers until I saw this. You might have convinced me.

[@Lippo187]

Hi TGV, great video about Persol. I never owned a pair but I will definitely give them a try the next time I need some new sunglasses. I generally agree with you concerning so called luxury brands. However, I bought some Prada sunglasses 4 years ago - made in Italy - and they are by far the most comfortable and durable sunglasses I have ever owned. Thanks again for another good and interesting video! Keep it coming! Cheers!

[@theurbangentry]

Lippo187 Hi Lippo, thank you!Very kind. I must admit I have never tired Prada. I have heard good things about them. Thanks for watching. Best regards, TGV

[@rkidlat]

Wonderfully done. Congrats, you just won another subscriber. Quality vs Luxury. Great point.

[@theurbangentry]

+rkidlat Thank you so much, very glad to have you aboard! Thanks for watching, Best regards, TGV

[@namelessnoname6500]

Hey TGV thank for all you work and great info. I love Persol as well I tried a few pairs b4 utube and Internet and have a narrow face so I'm looking for a smaller pair are the one you have smaller than the original than just wanted to double check on item number so I get get a pair thanks

[@ViddyWellBrother]

Classic and classy. Persol sunglasses are simply the best. I own 3 pair (714 Havana/Brown, 714SM Lt Havana/Blue, and 649 Black/Green) and the feeling of quality, not to mention quality of image through the lenses, is very comforting. Like you, I appreciate quality of construction and quality of design, and no other brand marries the two the way Persol does it. 😎 Great channel btw!

[@pablogeist9371]

Great review! I own 2 Steve McQueen special edition in light Havana, dark Havana and model PO8649S .The most comfortable sunglasses among my collection. Persol is cut above the rest!!

[@RoyalWatchery]

Thanks for the review my friend excellent as always. Persol is the absolute RR of the sunglasses. Over the years I had shades from DG, Gucci, Ginafranco Ferre, Lanvin all nice designs stunners but the common problem was they always somehow broke even though I am very careful person. Persol is totally different league lugs, glasses, are hard yet flexible and durable.

[@theurbangentry]

Royal Watchery Hi! So glad to hear from you and that you too can see the merits of this top brand.Thank you for the kind words regarding this video and I totally agree with you. Best regards as always, TGV

[@alburns7278]

thanks for the vid I bought them due to your review...my new sunglasses arrived last week, great & well made just need some sun in Scotland now !

[@theurbangentry]

alan burns Hi Alan, so pleased to hear, thank you for sharing. Fantastic, don't worry, with sunglasses as refined and cool as these, the sun will be always shining on you ;-) Best regards, TGV

[@whiteclawactual4922]

thank you for making this.

[@andrealexander1796]

That was an enlightening thought about classic designs....they never go out of style

[@neicejoe4480]

Great video. Excellent points you made. Optics are great on Persols too. But as far as the best optics I’d have to say Maui Jim in super thin glass is the best you can buy. But my favorite sunglasses and I have a huge collection, is Persol. Best fit and understated. Just awesome sunglasses.

[@mariacintaribespaga1918]

Hi, what model of Persol glasses are the ones in the video? Thank you very much in advance

[@mokasusa]

Just baught the 714sm..amazing pair!

[@roberte8564]

As usual I loved the review, nicely done. I own both the wayfarer and these and enjoy them both. I do have one question though, I was slightly "distracted" by the movie you were playing in the background, would you be able to share the name of it? Thank You

[@Sox148]

TGV YOU ARE A FUCKING BOSS!!!! :-))) i am italian and believe that persol is probably the best and most iconic italian lifestyle brand....more than lamborghini or ferrari or ducati! i personally own almost 15 pairs of persol from mcqueen limited edition is 3 colour variants to many special recent editions. though both from same luxottica company, persol compares to rayban like silk to wool!

[@aileensofia7992]

Great video! Thank you, Orlando Bloom

[@treacherousenemiescomrades8040]

What a great video thank you - I’ve just bought the Persol Steve McQueen glasses from their website - didn’t want to risk buying from elsewhere and getting a counterfeit - managed to get 25% off using my sons Unidays code - paid £239 - waiting for them to arrive can’t wait !

[@michaelanthonytollan]

Great review and I got a pare today and loving them I got the Persol Steve McQueen Special Edition ,definitely a head turner ,well worth the money , I also recommend Maui Jim instead of any Ray Ban all day long ...

[@theurbangentry]

Youngblood68 Thank you! So pleased to hear. Maui Jim is a name that has popped up a lot, thank you for the recommendation, will certainly look into it. Best regards, TGV

[@user-fo2el6jm7n]

Hello, I have a heart shaped faced which recommends large rounded bottoms. However I like the look of the classic rectangular style, do you think they (rectangular) would still look good? Cheers.

[@David_DY]

Handmade FTW every time..Great video btw goes with the persol vibe 😎

[@TerranceColt]

Hello TGV. Love the show! I love persol sunglasses but they personally don't work for me. I've had a couple of models but I found them both a bit too small for me. Those meflecto hinges actually gave me headaches if I kept the glasses on too long. I've since gone back to Ray Bans, finally treating myself to a pair of baloramas (as worn by Clint Eastwood in his Dirty Harry films). Comfortable, iconic and classy. Made in Italy too. Very much like yourself, I'll never ever need another pair. Cheers from Milan.

[@angrd020]

Thank you for the insightful review. I currently have a pair of RayBan New Wayfarers (purchased last year in Germany) that are made in Italy. I have tried Persol frames hands on and I can attest to the difference in quality. The Persols have a very robust hinge design as well as a tighter overall construction from my observations. Today I will purchase a pair of Persols. Thank you again for your enthusiastic review as it makes me feel much more comfortable with Persol as an investment in eyewear.

[@theurbangentry]

Angel Rodriguez Thank you Angel for the kind words and sharing that insightful comment.I am so glad you can appreciate the quality and value of Persol. Best regards and welcome to the channel! TGV

[@angrd020]

You are most welcome. I am glad to be in the company of a group that has an appreciation for craftsmanship. BTW - I am now enjoying the Persol PO3037S. Thanks again! Cheers!

[@markghose6875]

Great video mate

[@AnyoneCanSee]

Great video. I totally agree with him and I have four pairs of Persol. Film Noir edition sunglasses which are quite like his, a classic pair which are in tortoiseshell and look great in a summer suit many celebrities go for Persol tortoiseshell and Bond currently wear them. That's something he didn't mention is that not only classic Hollywood and Fellini are Persol but if you google 'Persol celebrity,' you'll see they are still the choice of the world's biggest stars. They are the ultimate. Oh the other two pairs I have as my eyeglasses. They make superb eyeglasses frames as well as sunglasses and you will not find them in Specsavers and you will stand out in them.

[@TheDutchSandwich]

TGV -- Have you ever considered reviewing Helson watches? Namely, the Sharkdiver 40mm and Skindiver. They are both in the Squale price range and I would like to get one from either brand. Would be interested in your opinion as I have never actually tried on either. I have an Oris TT1 Titan Chrono that I really love and am glad you like them as well. Keep up the great work on your videos!

[@Spiritualgangster11111]

great video! awesome review..

[@deusvult7559]

I can't believe I missed this old video from TGV. You've come a LONG way sir! I couldn't help but notice the price difference between then and now. Back then it was only 20 or 30 dollars difference where as now it's between 250. to 400. difference! Yikes!!! I missed the boat...

[@dallo6196]

I have 2 pairs of each but the Persol leave the Ray bans standing

[@michaelp4034]

Absolutely Persol over Ray Ban. I own both and including many others brands and I must say Persol are the most comfortable quality made sunglasses of them all that I own.

[@Deal_Advisor]

Yeah, I'm very happy with my Persols, not happy with Ray Bans though. Vintage Ray Bans are much better. One can only own one pair of Persol sunglasses and not need anything else.

[@michaelp4034]

@@Deal_Advisor 💯

[@kevinbly9720]

The 2132 or 'new wayfarer' might be injection molded plastic, however, the 2140 'wayfarer' is still hand made acetate just like the Persol range. They have in fact also been hand made in Italy since Luxottica's take over in 1999.

[@theOtinmia82]

I agree with you. My Persol have last me for 5 years and to keep them looking new, i polish them every now and then. Since they are not plastic every time i polish them they get that glow and they look brand new again. To me they are the best over any other brand

[@theurbangentry]

theOtinmia82 So glad to hear! I totally agree, BEST BRAND OF SUNGLASSES EVER. Thank you for the comment and support, always appreciated. Best regards, TGV

[@sammyjames7647]

Hands down these are a wonderful company !!! I have Persol frames for glasses, and I have three pair as sunglasses. I adore my Persol' s .

[@theurbangentry]

Sammy James Niiiice! So glad to hear from another satisfied owner.Thanks for the comment, Best regards, TGV

[@akngac5]

Of all the designer sunglasses I own, my Persols (3048s) are definately on the top of my list as the finest quality sunglasses in my inventory. My only gripe with Persol is they do tend to slide down my nose if I lean foward, but so do my Vuarnets and Oliver Peoples sunglasses so not a legit gripe to negate the high quality of Persols.

[@alexp3752]

Thank you.... I learned a great deal.

[@pipebliss]

I could not agree more with you about Person and about quality v. Luxury, well done!

[@theurbangentry]

+RazoRock Thank you, you are most welcome here on my channel. Best regards, TGV

[@sandsmine]

thank you for sharing that, they do glass lense as well i was told. talking of quality some 20yrs ago i bought a pair of wayfarers from a private buyer who told me he wore them in the sixties and the only reason for selling was they were not signed. i paid£15. i was told early rays were a yellowy green glass and these are, they slant at the front and the hinges are the same spec as raybans. the clarity of these lenses is awsome and there is no glare.

[@robertallen2109]

Persol's really are a step above and can be had affordably (well for glasses in this range) with a sale. I've had a love for sunglasses my entire life but these are the finest I've seen. Most practical? Well I wouldn't recommend them for physical activity, but for driving, hanging with friends, out on the town, they're perfect. They'll make you feel like a million bucks.

[@oliverarado]

TGV! Thanks for the advice. Just purchased a pair of 714 "Steve McQueen" a a very good bargain price. Greatly appreciate your gentlemen fashion advice.

[@theurbangentry]

So glad to hear. Love the 714, great choice, enjoy them! Thank you so much for the comment. Best regards, TGV

[@stephan6063]

Black Fri paid 150 dollars new

[@boogiewoogie6946]

You are 100% correct in your comparison between quality and luxery. I've had my persols for exactly a year now...they are still in mint condition, no scratches, no lose screws. Best $200 I've ever spent. The women love me in these shades. They add to my personality for sure. Built well. Always reliable.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you sir! Enjoy. Best regards, TGV

[@jeremypitotti7367]

Tristano. Loved the quality of this video!! Pity RB decided to move production East across the Great Wall! Bit like Timberland which I always bought due to the fact that production was in the good old US of A once upon a time. Just bought a pair of RB aviators a few months back thinking luxottica products were made in Italy . I suppose made in PRC will be stamped somewhere!!! Oh well !! Another inculata!!!!! Ciao.

[@kraquin]

I have the Persol 2803 24/57. There is just something about the heft and sturdiness, not to mention the aesthetic appearance that evokes quality from a pair of Persol sunglasses.

[@bossdelguapo9065]

Agreed on the quality thing, Im looking for a pair of persol for myself, but I adore my aviator shades and I think those are the most iconic pair of shades, almost the submariner of the sunglass world

[@theurbangentry]

Love the aviators, I am envy you, I look stupid in them, you have to be a really cool cat to pull them off. Hey, if you love them thats all that matters. I am sure you will find some Persols that you will love just as much or more. Best regards, TGV

[@JADEYWADEYMAKADEYPATADEY]

What’s the one you were wearing in the video at the end?

[@Likwidl]

I like how TGV gets disgusted when talking about Versaci and Gucci haha

[@jeannalacubana10]

VERSACE!

[@bellerophon9116]

The high polished acetate frames from Persol glasses certainly look quite stunning, and provide an arguably more elevated look than some brands. I've have heard of some problems with their folding frame models in terms of breakage. Personally, I own both Persol and Maui Jim sunglasses and I prefer my Maui Jim Pilot glasses in terms of “quality.” The proprietary Evolution lenses that Maui Jim produces are superior in every way to anything Luxottica produces in terms of performance, clarity and quality as they cannot provide the same level of optical clarity, and high definition vision in a myriad of weather conditions including overcast days like Maui Jim. I suspect the speaker has a bit bias toward Italian made goods with history.

[@jannilsson5872]

Nice review B! If someone is dead set on Wayfarer style but want to try Persol I would recommend PO2953s. I own several Persol models and love them all. I also have a collection of vintage Bausch & Lomb Ray Ban´s wich I would say have the same and in some cases even higher quality than Persol, especially in the optics. Baush & Lomb did only sell the brand Ray Ban, not the tecnology. Bauch & Lomb still exists, while Persol sold their company in total to Luxottica but still makes their glasses in the same factory with the same tecnology. So you are very right in saying that modern Ray Ban can´t compete with Persol´s. Cheers

[@cassanova9322]

9:33 what's the name of that movie being played in the top left corner

[@andrewfelcey547]

so true. good video thanks.

[@paulos1297]

Very good video you explain it all, I've been wearing Persol for years also have a couple of Ray-ban aviators for when I don't care much, you are right about the quality and craftsmanship on the persols although they are under Luxotica the factory is still independent and care about their legacy, I own four pairs one of which are the 714's Steve McQueen edition and are by far the best sunglasses ever created, you just have to get them adjust at the store the first time et voila you wont even notice they are on, there is a reason Anthony Bourdain always wears Persols along with a few others that really know their stuff, I followed your recommendations on watches and got myself a good small collection going on

[@theurbangentry]

Marios Paulos Hi Marios, Thank you so much for sharing that. So glad to hear and I too had notice Bourdain's good taste in sunglasses, well spotted! I hope your collection bring you much enjoyment. Would love to hear about it. Best regards, TGV

[@jamesmurray3128]

Through the '70's and '80's I was loyal to Ray Ban. I still love my original made in USA Balorama's. In 1993 I was introduced to Persol. I have never looked back since. It's the only brand I will ever wear.

[@kernow62]

Not sure which model you have, it would be nice to know because I think they look great. Another less well-known sunglass company was Allyn Scura. I have and they have acetate frames and German Schott Glass lenses.

[@sepertarift]

I bought these for my Birthday and have never been more happy! They're so stylish and modern looking.

[@theurbangentry]

Seperta Zen so glad to hear and thanks for sharing that. Best regards, TGV

[@sepertarift]

The Urban Gentry Thx boss and its like from everyone I get looks or glares of admiration. These glasses, I have a funny feeling, will last me the rest of my adult life. That's just me, and I am particular towards the classic look, but I find circular frames less fashionable. The craftmenship on these glasses is sublime, you truly are suave, stylish and slick. Have a good one, and I subbed! P.S. Omega watches rule, but I am looking for something along the lines of a diver watch and something with a blacklight. Now I have a Timex (cheap watch but its lasted me longer than my dress watches) and am wondering, is there a market for higher end watches with blacklights? I only ask because I go clubbing often and require it, and I hate to pull out me 5s everytime I cannot read the time off my Rolex. I am thinking of going the LED watch route, but I would like to hear your feedback. Thanks again for your videos!

[@DeenaTSome]

Dude , I am sold. Placed my order.

[@jeannalacubana10]

Me too! LOL!

[@HighSpeedNoDrag]

I have "worn" Ray-Ban and Bolles for years and I finally came across Persol Sunglasses and they are very Iconic. When I learned they were STILL made in Italy it was time to try a new European hand crafted product. My hats of to Europe for leading craftsman or craftwomanship whether it be a Belgium made Browning Pistol FN (circa 1958) or a new Glock from Austria.

[@francescolagattuta7862]

Hi! Nice video! Can I ask you a question? I saw an italian (or french) flag in the video. Are you italian?

[@victorbr234]

I think he’s From england, but he has italian family roots

[@kritnicol8546]

Persol is one of the best quality glasses, in terms of lenses, bridge, hinges temple, temple tip. My second choice. My first is and will be Oliver People. I have Coleridge sun and O' Malley prescription. Simply amazing. I like them just a little bit more than Persol, so more than any other brand.

[@SteveSmith-kd9if]

just bought the 8359V, one of the best sunglasses I ever seen

[@robn7265]

Excellent video buddy! Not only through the information you have portrayed but the video editing seems to have jumped up a notch. Ok, now I have a couple things to comment on with regard to the subject matter. First you are absolutely right about Persol, they are on a far higher level as opposed to Ray-Ban. Its strange you would make this video now, because I just went through this dilemma a month ago. I checked out the Persol (can't remember the model I wanted) but they were a bit too much for me, they were $400 Canadian. I actually ended up getting the Wayfarer, I got the highend Wayfarer as they come in different models and I paid $230 I believe. I am really wishing I had to wait a little bit and saved another couple hundred and got the Persol. However, the Wayfarers are fantastic quality and very well built and I truly can't say anything bad about them. Mine also say Made in Italy on them. Also, the Speedy suits you to a T! I know its not your favourite piece but sitting here where I am I have to say it matches you better than any other piece I have seen you wear and I've seen them all.

[@gypsykatcher30]

What do you think about the Ray Ban Predator 2s?

[@sandilemadlala3427]

i have two pairs of persol 714 folding steve macqueen's in black and in tortoise shell ....by far the best shades i have ever owned.

[@nealrousseau]

Awesome review. I've ordered a pair of Persol "film noir". I would have gone for the Wayfarers except I hate that they are branded so much. A long time ago i worked in a factory one summer in college making wayfarers. Used to put the wire in the ear pieces. It was called the drive wire machine and it was awful. However I really like the wayfarers much better back then and if only I could have afforded a pair. They didn't have all the horrible branding all over them. I really hate being a walking advertisement.

[@andreasbjrnstad164]

I have Persol sunglasses model Po 3165s this is one the best model !!! I love it !

[@joemacch6284]

I'll have to readjust my thinking. Wore my Persol glasses all day in LA. Persol is absolutely the best. I really looked them over. I must say TGV is correct. High high quality and I can see these lasting quite a long time. Got to give it to Persol.

[@vice4134]

I agree. Nothing is better than Persol. Thanks for this video!!!

[@nicholasgeiger3885]

I have purchased a pair of ray ban clubmaster and persol 3105 the same week. The persol glasses are really conformable and super high quality. The ray bans feel cheap and uncomfortable. The persol were twice the price and worth every penny. Sent the ray bans back and got refunded. Thanks TGV for this comparison. I am a very happy camper......

[@toolongforyoutoread6]

This video made me look at some Persols, and they have some really cool designs. I wish I had known about them before I bought my Ray Bans. That being said, I don't think that it's accurate to say that any Persol design is as iconic as those of Ray Ban. The Wayfarer and the Aviator are undoubtedly the two most iconic sunglasses designs in the world. In California where I live they are so ubiquitous that it's rare to meet someone who doesn't own at least one pair of Ray Bans (or other glasses of a Ray Ban design). I got a Clubmaster because I liked it's classic styling but also the fact that it wasn't as common as the other two designs, although the Persols have that combination as well and I may have ended up buying those instead. Lastly I'd like to add that only the cheapest Ray Bans are made in China. The rest (and the most classic styles) are made in Italy.

[@shawnlavigne9069]

I've had a pair of Ray Ban 4057s for close to a decade now. Made in Italy. I would want nothing else.

[@expatriatechronicles6915]

This black and white format, with the less cluttered background is great. The music is kind of distracting, though.

[@MrTekbow]

acetate pronounced "assatate". good review and channel :) check out Randolph and AO sunglasses, also handmade, aviator style glasses. great watch reviews too.

[@csaREEM]

You would be ideal to do an ad for Persols Film Noir range. You look like one hell of a cool cat in black and white. The shading suits the angles of your face. Enough of the man love. I was thinking of getting some Oliver People's Sunglasses but I think you changed my mind. I 100% agree no mass produced sunglasses can match the Persols for quality. I read somewhere that some of the big fashion brands out source sunglasses to the same factories that make the $10 service station Sunny's

[@theurbangentry]

Stewart Craig lolol Thank you Stewart, you are very kind. I think I belong in the 1930s/40s, seriously. Which Persols take your fancy? Yeah, I hear you about the out sourcing, its a nasty business indeed. Best regards, TGV

[@csaREEM]

I like your ones, the Film Noir Detective and the PO3048S 58mm which are like wayfarers. The Oliver People's Victory sunglasses are Italian made too and look really expensive(not really understated) but they would be fragile and cost and arm and a leg. 

[@keelyleilani1326]

Stewart Craig gaaaaaaay

[@CoffeePoints]

I bought a pair of Raybans Aviators last fall. It cost me more than $200, and I'm not a wealthy person by any means, but it was definitely worth every cent. The quality is impeccable, it's so light you won't even remember you're wearing a pair of shades and unless you look at a digital screen, there really isn't any color hue changes. But the whole digital screen change is more the fact that they're polarized lenses than them being Raybans. I've dropped it several times, including one time last week when it fell about two feet onto hard concrete, lens first, but it didn't even scratch. If you're on the fence about buying Raybans, I'd say go for it. As TGV said, they already have quite a history and you'll get to be a part of it

[@richardperry6972]

Your quite right. I have the blue photothic lenses blue top tortoise bottom. Mine ran 240.00. I ordered 10 pairs. I never want to be without them.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you, wow 10 pairs! LOVE IT!!! Best regards, TGV

[@taryngesmundo6928]

I have over thirty Persol Rattis and considering most were made in the 1960s - they still look perfect and modern now and I can't look elsewhere, really. I wear them all and am not precious with any of them - even the iconic and rare models. By wearing them, I have had people overseas stop me to question what I was wearing and were inspired; had influenced others to collect the vintage models and have had heaps of people actually shout compliments to me in the street while wearing them. I know a girl wearing them exclusively and collecting them are a bit rare, but every size and style seems to suit me even though I wear very non-classic clothing. The model shown on you are perfect for your dimensions and style and for me, the 69218s were made for my face.

[@FLAVCO]

cool geezer! May I ask what model your shades are? I recently ordered a pair of Persol 2747's - can't wait to get them!! :)

[@sodarolex8]

Did you finally get to know what model the shades shown in the video are? Thanks!

[@FLAVCO]

@@sodarolex8 nothing so far. Maybe he's busy lol

[@JBBooks4440]

TGV, I agree. The Persol's have a classier look...while the Ray Bans Aviator have also been a classic, the Wayfarers gained popularity after the movie Risky Business in the '80's.

[@theurbangentry]

Interesting, I never saw it. Will have to add it to netflix! Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@Morro44]

The name says it: per il sol. Tried tom ford and dita sunglasses. I love the dita’s but persol is just classic

[@gbrl89]

I have some pairs of Wayferers and a pair of Persol. Both are great, but the only Ray-Ban compared to Persol is the Original Wayferer, which construction is also hand made in Italy, different from the New Wayferers that are only mass production.

[@WanderingFriar]

I have only really had RayBans over the years and have Aviators and a couple of wayfarers. Even glasses frames are RayBans. I have just received my Persol 2803s in Havana and DarkBrown polarised lenses. Taking them out of the box, the quality was immediately obvious. They do feel like they could last a lifetime. Now I understand.

[@killerjhul]

Definately an impressive brand. You have to talk about the lenses too -- glass versus plastic, same type of glass used in SLR cameras, polarisation that's above Ray ban quality, is even say on par with Maui Jim. Ray Bans are still cool, just lack a lot of things.

[@scouseandbread]

I like persol but to call them handmade is stretching it a little bit. Hand assembled yes, but that's true of all decent quality sunglasses. Obviously they're a higher quality than Ray-Ban but there are definitely higher quality glasses out there. you're in new york the home of moscot a real family business that produces amazing quality glasses. i'm also a big fan of some of the newer japanese brands like eyevan.

[@MG-bp5fn]

I'm from Colombia (Bogota) and here Ray Ban sunglasses are very popular but I choose persol because my 649's are simply beautiful, I feel like a celebrity passing through Milan and I look very classic

[@canibusnj]

I have four pair of Persol eyeglasses and yes, the quality and craftsmanship is higher then Ray Ban in my opinion. Ray Ban is a great brand, but Persol is just better!