How to distinguish a Ray-Ban from a fake. Ray-Ban Aviator how to distinguish original sunglasses from a fake

This article contains photos and descriptions of the original Ray Ban products, this is how the real model of Ray Ban Wayfarer 2140 901 glasses should look like.

Ray Ban Wayfarer 2140/901 glasses are black classic wifis with a green (namely green) glass lens. In this model (when looking at the glasses from the side) there is a kind of proprietary slope of the frames, that is, the top of the frames tends to “away from the face”, and at the bottom they “press against the face” (there is no such bevel in the New Wayfarer).

Ray Ban Wayfarer glasses

Let's take a look at the popular Ray Ban sunglasses model, more specifically, let's talk about the Wayfarer Original model, which has a model number of 2140 and a color number of 901.

It is important to know that the inscription should be directed upwards, without blockages and distortions. The ink of the logo is resistant and does not rub off even if an alcohol solution is used.

Engraved logo on the lenses of original sunglasses

The original glasses have an engraving on the surface of the left glass (if the glasses are worn) produced using a laser. The engraving can be detected by touch, the letters will have roughness, in cheap fakes there are different interpretations of this protection, from painted in watercolor to a very high-quality engraving (in this case, almost similar to the original).

Weight of original Ray-Bans

Since only natural glass is used in the Wayfarer Original model, and besides, there is always a reinforcing spoke inside the temple, then the weight must be present.

Original Wayfarer design

If you have any doubts about the originality of the products that you are offered to purchase, refer to the manufacturer's website ray-ban.com (after all, everyone has a smartphone or tablet with them).

Third party manufacturers don't try too hard when copying original products and lose a lot of detail in the process. Any differences in design (shades of color are quite difficult to convey through a photograph) indicate that you may have a fake Ray-Ban in front of you.

The durability of original Ray-Bans

All Ray-Bans are manufactured industrially and each batch is subjected to a series of flaw and load tests. Consequently, the design of real Ray-Ban Wayfarers is rigid and does not allow significant deformations and backlashes under load.

Inside each bow, as mentioned earlier, it has a thin metal reinforcing core, which contributes to the strength of the entire structure.

Sunglass loops

The loops on which the temples of real Wifis are attached is a rather complex and unique mechanism, it was specially designed by Luxottica engineers for the production of their sunglasses. Such loops are quite difficult to repeat qualitatively in cheap fakes.

The original hinges consist of two parts, the parts are not symmetrical. On one side of the loop (the one on the side of the bow) there are four lugs, and on the opposite side (where the lenses are located) there are only three. The hinges are recessed in plastic and secured with two pairs of rivets, the rivets are located strictly in one line in the center of the part.

The screw in the hinges on the original product acts as the pivot of the hinge. The screw has the brand name LUX-LOCK, this is the same unique creation of engineering thought, which corresponds to the patent received by Luxottica.

The head of the screw has a cylindrical cap (not a fungus or sweat) for a flat screwdriver, the uniqueness of the screw in its design feature, which allows it to be securely in the right place throughout the life of the glasses.

This is achieved due to the presence in each (!) original screw of a special groove filled with silicone. After the screw is tightened, the silicone comes into contact with the threads and prevents the screw from unscrewing itself.

The quality of the original hinges in original Ray-Ban products is very easy to check, the arms should open smoothly and have good fixation in the extreme positions. According to the manufacturer: "During testing, the temples are folded and unfolded 25,000 times. After this test, there should be no change in the operation of the hinges."

As you can see, during testing, the manufacturer does not particularly spare the hinges, and the hinges do an excellent job with the load.

Ray-Ban logo on the temples of the original glasses

The plates with the logo are made separately from the temples, and are only attached to the temple at two points during assembly.

The main requirement for this element is the following:

• clarity and legibility of letters - the boldness of the font should be the same between all the letters in the word "Ray-Ban";
• the gap between the plate and the temple in the original glasses is possible (the plate is not recessed into the plastic of the temple), but this gap is minimal (approximately equal to 0.1 mm).

Lettering on the inside of the temple of original Ray-Bans

On the left temple (when glasses are on) is the following: RB2140 is the model number, 901 is the color of the original Wayfarer, 50▫55 is the lens diameter (first number) and nose bridge size (second number), 3N is the lens tint.

Complete set of original Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses

The Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses case is usually black, but other colors are also available. There is a stylized brand on the case, it is clear and easy to read: "100% UV protection Ray-Ban Sunglasses by Luxottica". The cases themselves are textured and there is an imprint of the Ray-Ban logo on the button. The original cases are glued with black velor from the inside. The front part of the case, on which the button is located, is rigid and serves as protection for the glasses, the back part does not have a reinforcing insert and is softer. Also, all the cases inside have a special step for the nose pad, if you look closely, then on the velor (on the side where the step for the nose pad, a very small stamp), there is always information where the case was made.

A microfiber cloth and all sorts of books included with the original Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses must be present. A microfiber cloth is packed in cellophane along with instructions for users, there should be nothing more in this rectangular (namely, rectangular!) plastic bag that has a sticky clasp. If there is an additional booklet "The Icons", then it lies separately.

And finally, the outer original packaging, for this model it should be gray, made of cardboard. There are bright red rectangles on the top and bottom with "Ray-Ban sunglasses" written in white. On the ends of the box, on the one hand, a barcode with all useful information about the contents of the box is pasted, on the other end, a reduced copy of the "Ray-Ban sunglasses" logo.

Where to buy original Ray Ban Wayfarer 2140 glasses

The most important rule that will allow you to protect yourself from buying a fake is to buy glasses in a safe place. If you prefer to buy sunglasses in the shops of the city, then you should check the availability of all certificates from the Luxotica company (the official manufacturer of Ray-Ban sunglasses) at the outlets, you should visit the official website of Ray-Ban, there in the section "Points of sale" www.ray -ban.com/russia/store-locator - low price, long delivery times.

This is probably the information that will allow you to be more confident when choosing a very popular model of Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses.

Most of the information in this article refers specifically to the original Ray-Ban Wayfarer 2140/901 model, this fact should be taken into account.

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Video how to distinguish the original Ray Ban Wayfarer from a fake

The Ray-Ban brand is one of the most recognizable and popular in the world. Unfortunately, glasses of this brand more often than others become objects of fakes. How to distinguish the original products of this brand? We will advise.

So, in the upper part of the right lens of the original Ray-Ban model, the brand logo is stamped, most often in white. The left lens is laser engraved with an abbreviated version of the logo - the abbreviation RB. In some cases, stamping with translucent ink is used on the inside of the lens.

The inner side of the temples contains complete information about the model. The model number, its full name, color code, size and filter type of the used lenses are indicated on the left temple. Therefore, the existence of this model is easy to check on the official website of Ray-Ban (ray-ban.com): the image that appears on the screen must match your chosen glasses in color and shape. On the right temple there is the logo of the brand, the inscription "Made in Italy", the letter coding the place of production of a particular model, the marking of the mark of European conformity (CE). In the case of using polarized lenses, the inscription “POLARIZED” is applied to the inside of the temple.

When choosing classic aviator models, you should especially pay attention to the design of the double bridge of the nose: the original models have an engraving with the inscription “Ray-Ban” on the inside of the bridge, as well as the size of the model.

Genuine models of medical frames and sunglasses are sure to come with a leather case, branded tissue, booklet and original stickers on the lenses. All inscriptions and seals on the case and glasses must be clear and easy to read.

To further protect Ray-Ban products, Luxottica launched a special Authorized Reseller program in 2014, allowing customers to easily and quickly identify an authorized point of sale for original products. Each such point has been assigned a unique code, which can be checked at www.ray-ban.com. It is enough to take a picture of the QR code from the poster located in the store and use the code to find it on the map of authorized Ray-Ban sellers.
As for purchases in the online store, during 2014, all official sellers of Ray-Ban products in Russia had to stop using the brand name in the site's domain name, the names of protected brands (for example, Never Hide) and the original brand logos in the design website design elements. That is, if you see a site with an address like raybanworld.ru with the Ray-Ban logo instead of the store logo, then with a probability of 99% this seller does not work with Luxottica and sells copies.
When purchasing Ray-Ban glasses in an online store, check the actual availability of this store and reviews of purchases in it on Yandex.Market. Another requirement of the brand owner is that the seller has original products of other optical brands, so if the online store sells only Ray-Ban glasses, then the buyer can be sure that these are scammers selling fakes. The same can be said if the seller's website does not display the Tech collection and the buyer is not given the opportunity to order any model that is available on the official Ray-Ban website, even if it is not in stock in the store, or spare parts such as lenses, temples, screws or case.
You should not believe advertising and calls to buy original Ray-Ban glasses at a super price of 1000 rubles! In addition, Luxottica never provides a seasonal discount on Ray-Ban glasses or frames. The model range in the collections is rarely updated, and the prices for glasses from past seasons do not change. And never buy Ray-Bans in groups on VKontakte! Companies selling original brand products use the VKontakte public only as a source of news and general information.

• Complete and reliable information about the store: points of sale, valid addresses and telephone numbers, clear terms of delivery, payment and return of goods, availability of certificates and the possibility of cashless payment. You can check this by calling the indicated numbers and introducing yourself as a buyer who wants to return the glasses purchased in this online store. The employees' response will tell you if the store is an authorized Ray-Ban retailer.
• The glasses you like, presented in the online store, fully correspond to the model in the official catalog on the website www.ray-ban.com, and they can be easily returned back if for some reason they do not suit the buyer after receiving the order.

Prepared by Larisa Dribas based on materials provided by the press service of Luxottica and the website RB-OCHKI.RU

When it comes to sunglasses, nothing beats the classic Ray-Ban sunglasses. Whether you're looking for classic Wayfarers, Dirty Harry aviators or a sophisticated and elegant pair of Clubmasters, there's nothing better than a Ray-Ban. Don't let yourself be robbed - be a smart shopper. Learn how to tell the difference between the real thing and the cheap imitation so you can wear your Ray-Bans with confidence.

Steps

Finding defects in glasses

Look and look for seams on the plastic. All Ray-Ban originals are made from the highest quality materials using the finest manufacturing processes. In particular, the plastic frame of Ray-Ban glasses is cut from a single piece of acetate and polished by hand. That is why you should not find any roughness, serifs, but especially stitches on your glasses. These are indicators of a cheap manufacturing process, and they are irrefutable proof that in fact the glasses are not from Ray-Ban at all, as they are taken for them.

• The seams on Ray-Ban fakes can be anywhere, but most often they are located where the plastic joins - namely, on the upper edges of the glasses above the lenses and on the top of the "arms" that are held on the ears.

1. Check for a feeling of unreasonably light weight. Grab your Ray-Bans. Turn them around. Carefully throw up 5 centimeters and catch. They should have some weight, seem solid and strong. They should not give the impression of being unusually light, thin or fragile. If you think your glasses don't have enough weight to keep a few separate sheets of paper from gusts of wind, then there's a good chance it's a fake.

   Check if the lenses are made of glass or not. Take off your glasses and look at them from the front. Lightly tap the lenses with your fingernail. If they look, feel and "sound" like real glass, that's a good sign - many Ray-Bans use real glass for their lenses. Non-glass lenses don't necessarily mean your glasses are fake, unless they look too cheap, cloudy, or poor quality.

   Look at the quality of the metal hinges. Open your glasses and look at them from behind. The hinges located in the corners of the glasses must be of high quality metal. They should be neatly bolted to the goggles, not glued or stuck with cheap plastic - as noted earlier, these are signs of cheap, hastily manufactured processes.

   See if there are any low-quality engravings in the corners of the lenses. Take a look at the front of your glasses. If you wear styles like the Wayfarer or Clubmasters, you should see a small, silver, flat diamond or oval mark in the corner of your lenses. It should be clear, shiny and skillfully executed. You shouldn't be able to scrape off that shiny material, and the mark itself shouldn't look like it's easy to remove. If the engraving looks handicraft, then most likely your glasses are fake.

   On one of the lenses there should be a barely visible, etched abbreviation "RB". Most Ray-Bans have a small, almost indistinguishable engraved trademark "RB" on the front of one of the lenses. It should be small and close to the edge of the lens, but it will be easier for you to see it if you shine your light on the glasses at an angle. If your glasses are fake, then you may not see it or it will be smudged or carelessly engraved.

   Check the quality of the nose pads. Every element of real Ray-Ban glasses is made from the highest quality materials - even the little pieces that sit on your nose when you wear glasses. They should be made from branded, comfortable and stretchy material. They should not give the impression of fragile, smooth and sliding parts that can be easily removed.

2. Check if the logo is evenly placed on the temple of the glasses. Take off your glasses and look at them from the side. The handwritten "Ray-Ban" logo must be on the temple of the goggles. Carefully examine it - it should be clear, professionally executed, more or less aligned with the "arms" of the glasses. If the logo itself seems to be of poor quality, or is attached to one side of the glasses with glue or a pin, then your glasses are most likely not the original.

   • Obviously Ray-Bans with very thin temples, such as the Aviators, do not have the logo.

3. Look for the model number on the inside of the "arm" of the glasses. Take a look at the inner part of the "arms" of the glasses that is adjacent to your ears. If you have a Wayfarer or Clubmasters model, you should be able to see the white text on the temple. On the left side of the glasses, you should see the serial number and manufacturer's code. On the right temple you should see the Ray-Ban logo, "Made in Italy" and a stylized "CE" (a sign that these glasses are certified for sale in Europe). If this text is not there, or it is smeared, or poorly printed, then there is almost a 100% chance that your glasses are fake.

   • If you still have the original Ray-Ban packaging, check the serial numbers on the glasses and on one of the labels on the box for a match. If they do not match, then this is a clear sign of deception.
   • Again, due to the fact that the "arms" of the Aviators are too narrow, there is no text inside the temples of these models.

   Checking the originality of the packaging

   1. Check the serial numbers on the label on the glasses box. If you bought new glasses, they should come in a box with a large white shipping sticker. This sticker should contain important information to identify your glasses - if it is not there, then most likely the glasses are fake. Official Ray-Ban eyewear packaging must contain the following on a sticker:

      • Model Number: Starts with "RB" or "ORB" followed by four digits.
      • Submodel number: starts with a letter, followed by four digits.
      • Lens type code: combination - one letter / one number (for example, "2N").
      • Lens thickness (in millimeters): two-digit number.

   2. Inspect the case, how well it is made. All Ray-Ban glasses should come in their own case - if yours doesn't (for example, if your glasses came in a plastic bag), then this can be a cause for concern, unless you bought them in the secondary market (pawnshop, for example). Eyeglass cases must bear the following marks of craftsmanship:

      • Clear, shiny gold color logo on the front left side. It should read "100% UV Protection - Ray-Ban - Sunglasses By Luxottica".
      • Ray-Ban logo on the clasp.
      • A material with a texture and feel similar to leather.
      • Sturdy protective front compartment.
      • Neatly stitched lines.

   3. Check the quality of the cloth for wiping glasses. Ray-Bans almost always come with a small piece of cloth to keep the lenses free of dirt. If it is not in a clear plastic envelope in the package with glasses, then you may have purchased a fake. If such a fabric is “available” in the package, but it looks poorly finished, then this can also be a sign of a fake. Look for the following possible defects on the fabric:

      • Stains and signs of previous use
      • Fine, coarse or decrepit structure
      • Loose stitches
      • Cheap kind of material

   4. Check the quality mark on the lenses. Ray-Ban glasses are sold with unique stickers affixed to the lenses as a sign of quality. It must be black and gold (but not yellow) and in the middle of the black star, in a prominent place, contain the Ray-Ban logo. Around the edges should be the text "100% UV Protection" and "Sunglasses by Luxottica". The following possible defects may be cause for concern:

      • Text is missing or poorly written
      • Logo or star off center
      • There is glue under the sticker (it should stick to the lens with static, not like a regular sticker)

When it comes to choosing sunglasses, one of the first brands to pop up on the list. The American company, which today makes products in Italy, is known for its iconic frames and high quality materials. However, when a brand receives such a response from buyers, the appearance of replicas that pass off as the original is inevitable. We will tell you how to distinguish a Ray-Ban from a fake with a few simple steps.

The quality of Ray-Ban glasses

All original brand products are made of high quality materials, metal and acetate. If it is a plastic frame, like the Clubmaster, then it will be easy enough to check them. These shapes are cut from a single piece of acetate and then polished. Because of this, there are no bumps, notches, and even more so seams on the frame. Non-original Ray-Bans, although getting better every year, scammers will not use high-quality solid plastic. Then the production costs will not pay off, and it will no longer be possible to set a low price for a fake.

In 1999, the Italian group Luxottica bought Bausch & Lomb and their RB brand. Since then, the products are no longer made in the USA, only in Italy. With the exception of a few models made in China such as the Ray-Ban Jr. If any part of the sunglasses has "Bausch & Lomb" or "B&L" written on it, it's most likely Ray-Ban knockoffs. It is unlikely that this will be the original, made before the 2000s.

You should also pay attention to the packaging of the glasses. The leather case and cleaning cloth come with the company branding.

Fake Ray-Ban lenses

All Ray-Ban lenses are of the best quality, most classic designs include glass lenses. To check, you can touch or knock on the glass. Non-original Ray-Bans very rarely use glass lenses. However, do not panic if suddenly they are plastic. Some new designs include other materials. To make sure of the quality, you should check the engraving and logos.

The original lenses bear the subtle "RB" branding. It is engraved on the left side of the left lens. Also in the upper corner of the right lens is a visible full-fledged Ray-Ban logo. A fake Ray-Ban will be immediately recognized, since there will be no engraving on it, the maximum that can be detected is drawn letters.

Polarized lenses have the "Ray-Ban P" branding written in the top corner, but the "RB" engraving remains the same.

Frame and folding mechanism

On the left side of the inside there is always the designation of the model, its number and the size of the glasses. If the shape suggests the presence of separate nose pads, then there should be engraving RB. It is applied to a metal mount that holds the stops. New models sometimes make this part opaque, so it will be more difficult to recognize counterfeit Ray-Bans in this case. There is no such mark on plastic frames. The easiest way to pay attention to the arches. The bridge also has an engraving of the model. There is a company logo on the side of the glasses on the outside, but not on all models. If the frame is too thin and has its own decorative pattern, there may be no inscription.

A reliable folding mechanism is responsible for the quality of the glasses. On an acetate frame, the hinges are held in place by two metal rivets on the front and two on the side. Hinges on metal frames such as the Aviator should be done with high quality screws that match the color of the frame.

Why You Shouldn't Buy Non-Genuine Ray-Bans

Most often, unscrupulous sellers and manufacturers offer a cheap version of the brand's iconic models. It can be Wayfarer, Clubmaster, Aviator, Shooter and many others. The new Blaze line is less likely to be counterfeited so far, as it is more difficult to recreate due to the original form - glass over the frame, and also because of the high quality of the mirror coating. Reimagined silhouettes like the Ray-Ban Round or Hexagonal can be found in fake retailers, but not as often. In any case, so that the Ray-Ban fake does not disappoint with its quality and fragility, it is worth ordering glasses from trusted companies and stores.

Why does it matter?

Despite the fact that glasses that are very similar to the original will cost much less and at first glance are no different, it is worth remembering that:

Counterfeit Ray-Bans do not protect against UV radiation or eye damage. Because dark lenses cause pupils to dilate without filtering out UV light, wearing fake lenses can often be worse for your eyes than wearing nothing at all.

A large number of counterfeit products makes manufacturers raise the price of the original, as they have to spend money on fighting fakes.

Real products come with real guarantees if something goes wrong. They are more expensive because they are made from quality materials.

Anyone who has ever worn real glasses made in Italy will surely immediately distinguish them from a fake. Non-original Ray-Bans, no matter how hard the scammer tries, will not look as luxurious and neat as the original.

Hi all!

If you have ever thought about buying Ray Ban glasses, but have not decided, please under cat.

Where is the best place to buy?

What you need to pay attention to when buying glasses:

1. Price .

The price for aviators is about 7,000 rubles, for Cats 8,000 rubles. Well, there are no aviators for 2-3,000 rubles. Can not be))). Therefore, a very low price should alert you in the first place.

2. Check the model number.

To do this, take a box of glasses and check the number on the box with the number on the official website. The numbers must always match! We check the appearance, etc.

3. Check lenses for UV protection.

Some good stores have a special device (dioptrimeter) for checking lenses. The original Ray Ban has a 100% degree of protection, the error can be only 1-2%!

4. Pay attention to the design of the glasses.

On the left lens there is a very thin engraving "RB" (not paint, but engraving!). On the right lens is the inscription "Ray Ban".

Also, the CATS model has the model number on the left temple, on the right it says "Ray Ban MADE IN ITALY". It's the same on aviators, plus "RB" is neatly engraved everywhere, even on the things that are adjacent to the nose (bridge mount).

5. Check the contents.

The glasses box is silver, made of cardboard. The box should always have a sticker with the article number and barcode. The manufacturer is always Italy, Luxottica Group.

Aviator case is always leather. Aviators are usually placed in either a brown or black case (depending on the size of the goggles). Also, a napkin packed in a plastic bag, instructions and a guarantee must be attached.

If you do decide to buy real Ray Bans, you will never regret it. In addition to fashionable design, you will get a quality product for a relatively low cost. My aviators are a year and a half old, and CATS is a year old. They look very dignified, I wear them with great pleasure, I advise you too!