Pilots reported that the high levels of glare they experienced as they flew high and fast were leading to vision problems, headaches and altitude sickness. This naturally reduced their ability to function at the high levels needed for military action. In 1981 B&L decides to stop manufacturing prescription eyeglass lenses and frames. 4,800 of the local employees are laid off (comprising around 17% of the workforce), with a further 500 jobs ending in 1982.
Choose your nylon frames in glossy black, tortoise shell or fade-striped variations for a unique look that’s as versatile as anything else you can get from Ray-Ban’s lineup. The high-quality frames, protective lenses, and just-right fit make Ray-Bans equal parts performance and fashion. That means they’re just as fit for a leisurely day on the town as an active day on the water, in the snow, or wherever you like to go.
They made a prototype for “anti-glare” that featured plastic frames and green plastic lenses. The prototype “banned” the harsh glare from the sun that the pilots had complained about, without causing clubmaster any visibility reduction. After being remodeled with metal frames, the “Ray-Ban Aviator” was born in 1938. Chin up and rock vintage style with the Ray-Ban RB3447 Round Metal sunglasses.
The iconic teardrop-shaped frames are made of metal and come in gold, silver, tortoise, black, rose gold and gunmetal, among other hues. If you’re looking to browse as many Ray-Bans as possible, we recommend GlassesUSA.com. The eyewear retailer has a massive selection of Ray-Bans including prescription glasses and sunglasses. Almost all of Ray-Ban sunglasses can be fitted with prescription lenses, and their prices are some of the cheapest we’ve seen online.
If a company has been thriving for years, it’s safe to say they probably make pretty good stuff. Ray-Ban has been making functional and cool eyewear for over 80 years. Today, the brand still offers some of the best sunglasses on the market.
Browse the collection and get in contact with the team at Glasses Gallery if you have any enquiries regarding our range. Check out the America’s Best selection of Ray-Ban® sunglasses and eyeglasses, or schedule an eye exam and get fitted for your own pair. The spirit of Ray-Ban® is to reinterpret classic Ray-Ban® sunglasses styles into optical eyewear designs that are timeless and filled with character. Ray-Ban’s most popular sunglasses are the Wayfarer and Aviator models. During the 1950s, Ray-Ban released the Echelon , which had a squarer frame.