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How Expensive are Good Sunglasses? $25-$400 w/ Enemy, Ray Ban, Warby Parker, Jade Black++

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@CarlMurawski 5 лет назад

Own less but better- love this concept man.

@jacknelson5891 5 лет назад

Love ur boot reviews.

@rodelbunag9823 3 года назад

There are many cheap shades but look like original.

@mykebryan8299 5 лет назад

Another great vid man. Been waiting on this. I’m an optician and I’m particularly bias to RayBan’s so it’s awesome hearing commentary on clubmasters and wayfarers. Fun fact: no one is perfectly symmetrical so glasses will usually fall to one side or another on your average person. Manufacturers are aware of that so frames are made to be adjusted. If a frame doesn’t fit well, bring it to any optical shop (Eye doc, LensCrafters, Costco, etc.) to have an optician adjust it to your crown. Usually is free or will cost less than $10. Thanks for the awesome content man!

@atartup 5 лет назад

myke bryan thanks for commenting, will use this😀

@trentrushmusic 3 года назад

did not know this and this is extremely useful info. thank!

@jr4chargers 4 года назад

Maui Jim and Randolph are my go to sunglass brands! Their quality are so good! I still haven't seen other brands that have great lens technology like they do.

@MashiroRedo 5 лет назад

When is "The Kavelia" glasses coming? I am in if you start a kickstarter

@partybees8856 5 лет назад

This was a great comparison. I have pairs of sunglasses across the value spectrum (Ray Bans, Goodrs) and like you mentioned, what constitutes a good value is up to the individual. What we need are the observations you provide to allow us to make our own decision on what pair would provide the best value. Keep up the good work!

@whitemakesright2177 4 года назад

I don't understand the phenomenon of people losing their sunglasses. I've never had a nice pair (looking to get some) but I still have never lost any of my cheap ones, either. Maybe it's because I also wear regular glasses, so I'm cognizant of where my glasses are, whether normal eyeglasses or sunglasses.

@jr4chargers 4 года назад

Right? I'm just very careful with everything I buy. I like taking care of my stuff. lol

@jackmayer9372 Год назад

I’m out on the lake a lot, I lose mine constantly. If they fall off they gone sometimes🤣🤣

@sarizonana 3 месяца назад

I do take care of mu sunglasses and I have from to very good. I own Quay, Rayban and Massimo dutti. The same price range as quay Anyway I do want a good pair of cheaper ones for my tiny pourses or when im with my little nephews. I spend a lot of time with them so im afraid to take out my good ones with them So can anyone suggest me a good pair of cheaper ones in the 20 dollars range

@JuanRodriguez-ev5cf 5 лет назад

This is great content. Would appreciate more videos that focuses on getting the most bang for your buck. While getting quality stuff.

@5034403 5 лет назад

I think Maui Jims are worth every penny if you are in the sun more than casually and your eyes are sensitive at all. Absolutely best lenses I have ever tried.

@Manaz101 5 лет назад

My Maui's are the best sunglasses I've ever own! Hands down anyone I've ever had try them are blown away, they're super expensive but with the ability to send them in and get new lenses, well worth the cost. My pair is $80 to get new lenses, beat IMO

@STILLNIGHTPEARL 3 года назад

100% agreed, my red sands are excellent, even for activities like running and cycling. I had the Oakley portal x in black prizm polarized and my red sands blow them out of the water with ease, the red sands are only around $30 more also, it’s a no brainer.

@eyang7 3 года назад

Planning on getting 2 pairs of it. Should have known them sooner.

@didamnesia3575 2 года назад

Yep, Maui jim and randolphs are fantastic

@EricsMode 5 лет назад

My favorite sunglasses that I've ever tried on is the Oliver Peoples BOUDREAU L.A but I had to return it multiple times because I keep getting the scratched pre-love ones at Nordstrom.

@nickstanley86 4 года назад

You have excellent taste, but if I had to say something it would be...check out Moscot, some Oliver Peoples, Persol. 2 of those brands are luxottica owned, same as ray-ban. If you want a real pair of shades, my vote is Moscots.

@jr4chargers 4 года назад

I've been eyeing Moscot for a bit! I will have to try them on soon! Right now, I'm loving my Randolph's and Maui Jim sunglasses. :)

@genes8871 5 лет назад

Try Randolph Engineering. Made in USA.

@12012channel 4 года назад

Heard American Optical is same Quality but cheaper. However, I think they only have two styles.

@tjs5770 5 лет назад

One of my go to brands is American Optics. I’ve had several pairs of their Original Pilots and I’ve never been disappointed (except when I’ve lost them).

@zigatelban4392 5 лет назад

just bought a pair of persol sunglasses a few weeks ago

@ureemjames3430 5 лет назад

same.

@nathanstamper7403 5 лет назад

For me. Nothing beats Maui Jim. I love an active lifestyle. However, brands like Tifosi, Siroko and even Roka sunglasses will be great. Source: I work in optics

@stephenathon 4 года назад

Roka is where it's at. I've not tried the other brands you listed.

@MBisFrenchy 5 лет назад

Go to the Canton fair and you will be able to make your own glasses quite quickly and they will show many of the different options at price points and usually invite you to come to the factory.

@churchofmarcus 10 месяцев назад

I generally avoid polarized glasses because they get weird interference from my motorcycle helmet, turning tar snakes blue and stuff.

@Tiger24kicks 5 лет назад

I have a pair of Carrera polarized aviator round for $225 casual, Ferragamo aviator square for $400 dress Oakley flight jacket $225 sport. I love them all the ones I wear the most are the Carrera.

@billsmith360 2 года назад

I work on equipment all day long. Grinding metals and being outside. I buy shaded safety glasses $1.00 a pair 15 per box and I where those everywhere

@dudewuttheheck 4 года назад

There definitely are some expensive sunglasses that are worth it- Japanese acetate and construction is generally better than Italian for sunglasses for example. Though I agree with the point that designer names don't bring quality.

@suckgames 5 лет назад

Hello Jon, what do you think of really high end sunglasses like those independent brands, sometimes made in japan, emc like: Dita, Matsuda, Masunaga, Cutler and Ross, Jaques Marie Mage, etc

@Likwidl 5 лет назад

Sort of bummed out you didn't mention Persol in this video. What do you think of them? I know they're owned by lexotica but they're supposed to be still handmade in Italy.

@mikew742 3 года назад

Great vid, for me 58mm Rayban aviators can’t be beat, plus with all the various colorways you can really sync up you outfit to look sharp. Keep up the good work.

@johnschumacher8584 5 лет назад

Randolph makes excellent American Made glasses in that “sweet spot” price range!

@stephenathon 4 года назад

Randolph's are superior to Ray Ban in my opinion. I own several pairs.

@12012channel 4 года назад

Isn't American Optical better as far as sweet spot price range ?

@abdullah79195 5 лет назад

So is it safe to say that ENEMY isn’t worth the $500 quality that Aaron pitches them as?

@MashiroRedo 5 лет назад

He's only interested in $$, definitely different channel than back then

@irfanbhuiyan620 5 лет назад

And so is Jade Black, no way, by the looks of this video, is that even remotely close to enemy's let alone ray bans

@Adam.... 5 лет назад

Jade black looks the cheapest

@troydunbar8566 5 лет назад

What brand do you recommend in the $90-120 price range?

@echols2010 13 дней назад

Got a pair of Oakley for Christmas one year, lost them in vegas, been buying cheap since 😂

@kevlar1999 5 лет назад

The Jade Blacks are probably not good. I’m just going off something else I purchased from them which was not good quality. Purchased an ESNTLS hoodie for $60 and after a couple washes it shrunk, also the stitching was not done well as it was tearing/loosening. I’ve purchased other hoodies in that price range that have lasted several years. Unacceptable for $60 and I got no response after an email with pics of the hoodie.

@DK-xo3ew 3 года назад

Great video! I'd love to see a follow up video reviewing some other brands like Oliver Peoples, Persol and Cubitts. Thanks!

@sarizonana 2 года назад

Some big brands also use a sort of plastic : MCM and Kate spade use CR-39 which is a sort of High quality plastic instead polycarbonate lenses.

@MrGIJuu 5 лет назад

Those Jade blacks were from the first launch. Didn’t use Italian acetate and improved hinges until the 2nd launch. The difference was night and day in my opinion.

@LookingForBucho 5 лет назад

Was gonna mention Persol...because of Arnold in T2. But I see I’ve been beaten to the punch.

@awakeningwolf 5 лет назад

Bro, try to apply oil on hinges. I use baby oil on my A/X glasses and work well.

@Blazerghost 3 года назад

Best brands for the money: Randolph engineering Serengeti Dom Vetro Even though they’re luxottica owned (disgusting) Oliver peoples of you find them on sale only. Maui Jim of course Vuarnet Just to name a few.

@kenschiavo191 3 года назад

DONT forget possibly the best made in America brands, Randolph Engineering. They are hand crafted, take 6 weeks per pair to make, and are incredible. Many styles available, recommend their gold aviators with tortoise shell bayonet style temple tips, all glass cobalt lens

@eyang7 3 года назад

After owning Ray ban, oakley, and wiley x, and now knowing about maui jim, I'm so in love with maui jim now. Plan on getting 2 pairs of it.

@Ryezn5057 5 лет назад

thanks. Ever thought about doing a belt roundup?

@keith4948 5 лет назад

Mustafa this is a good idea. I honesty have no idea where to go for belts. The only people that talk about them are sponsored by them.

@kongmw 5 лет назад

1:48 Amen to that. Over analyzing the face shape doesn't help one bit if the frames are of the inappropriate width.

@FullmoonEffects89 Год назад

I just want a a brand with quality lens that is polarized and with mirror finish. Style comes second

@WhatShallEyeDo4U 5 лет назад

Nice Pink Shirt, bro!

@lilyxu874 5 лет назад

Try bend the back of left temple more so the left front will go up a bit. Straighten the right side a little bit. But it might hurt your left ear a bit.

@menslifestyleimprovement9882 5 лет назад

Ever tried Dita Eyewear? luxury Japanese brand I believe

@thekids_callmeboss6577 5 лет назад

Dita is amazing! I like their see through glasses where you actually can see people eyes. Great sunglasses to have for sure!

@bphangamer 5 лет назад

The tony stark glasses!

@majadi8855 5 лет назад

Los Angeles based... Melrose Ave. ❤️ the mach line

@gfbl 4 года назад

Can you review dita,oliver peoples and Barton perreira

@donaldstorm4959 5 лет назад

The javale I bought the most awsome sunglasses for 6 bucks get so many compliments. Never will pay more than 20 buck for a pair. They just always break this pair never leaves the car except long days on the beach, live on an island 4 months out of a year!

@BobRoss-wm3lc 2 года назад

What do you think of Vincero?

@josephliptak Год назад

Should I lube the hinges on my ray-ban wayfarers since it's metal against metal?

@ProjectD00135 5 лет назад

Sunglasses are one my favorite accessory I'd really like your thoughts on American optical vs Randolph engineering situation i was able to get Randolphs a few years ago for around the price of AO but now they're $300 due to popular shows like Mad Men and Ray Donovan for glasses supposed to be made to a military spec would be interesting to see if there's any real difference between two glasses made to the same specification

@goude19 5 лет назад

Have you heard of the bespoke dudes? It’s an Italian handmade eyewear brand. Haven’t tried it yet, I was hoping for you to give them a review!.

@Pyridius 5 лет назад

I always enjoy the roundups! Keep up the great work!

@nilsrichardson1019 5 лет назад

TBD eyewear (the bespoke dudes)?

@nikhilsrl 5 лет назад

I own a pair of wayfairers from Warby Parker and love those. I recently bought an aviator from S&M, but haven't changed to prescription lenses yet.

@Aurrian 5 лет назад

Great video, very informative! Unrelated to the video's topic, but where's that polo shirt from?

@The_Kavalier 5 лет назад

Criquet. Adding to my links

@Aurrian 5 лет назад

Thanks!

@scottd.3382 5 лет назад

Are the round Christopher Cloos you like so much the Paloma Bourbon model?

@derekwilliams3556 3 года назад

My favorite ones in this video are of course the only ones without a link. Lol! Gresso

@wynkoop2000 5 лет назад

Thanks, great vid! I designed my own prescription sunglasses at Zenni for about $50. I'm very happy with the quality and how they look and feel. Decent acetate with quality coated lenses. I do have a pair of Ray-Ban Wayfarers, but I kind of prefer the ones I designed...

@lloyd2364 2 года назад

Love love love you cover all the price pointa great job my friend

@dark698701 2 года назад

What you think about Bershka men and woman sunglasses ?????

@martintanz9098 5 лет назад

I would like to up my sunglasses game. Currently I am wearing pretty non stylish Tifosi sport sunglasses just for their function, but I have come to realize that unless I am cycling, I should probably get something more sylish. That said, I have lost and broken so many over the years, I have my doubts about the long term proposition of expensive sunglasses.

@khanleoun 5 лет назад

The video I didn't know I needed. Awesome video!

@jarielgt-r7850 5 лет назад

Great video brother! Wao you have a gresso! Cool i have a pair, to me one of the best construction in the market... I also have the enemy 01 and 02 they are great!! You should try the brand WILLIAM PAINTER to me they use the best lenses in the market, in my opinion...

@tehgusbus2716 2 года назад

What do you think of the Ferrari edition ray bans

@alexPsanz 5 лет назад

Kent wang sunglasses feels very high quality for the price. They only have have one page but it feels nicer than ray ban sunglasses.

@1994Mattg 4 года назад

I used to always buy cheeper glasses until I bought my first a pair of Lunor eyeglasses and sunglasses. They are the best quality and they are all handmade in Germany. Another great brand is MYKITA, they have the more styles then Lunor and they are also made in Germany. They are both at the high end $500+ a pair. But they are definitely worth it. I have had them almost 5 years and they look like new. It is definitely worth the investment.

@sarizonana 3 месяца назад

Okay when you live in latinAmerica a 50 dollars pair is one you do take care off. From 50- 200 which is my range in my mini collection i treat them with care. In México a 50 dollars pair its close to 1,000mxn so we take care of that price range. Ill might get the good R for the days i spend with my nephews or when im wearing my tiny handbags. I know this is a males sunglasses chanel but im a,women in love with sunglasses. My collection runs from good to very good. So i still need my pair of cheapies that for some strange reason haven’t got. Will check good R i need a pair of cheapies in the 20 range

@duncandonuts5268 Год назад

Once you get into the $300 range, it can be worth it but you have to be particular about the brands. Maui Jims are worth it in that range, but Ray-Ban and Oakly's $300 offerings are simply not it.

@robertross922 5 лет назад

You're missing the point of polarized shades if you're talking about HUDs and your phone screen.

@D22_T 2 года назад

bro you look handsome af with those wayfarers , I'm straight but dang those look good on you

@arudd909 Год назад

I lost my favorite pair of Oakley’s and since then I’m not allowed to buy $100+ glasses. ADHD sucks.

@vindicator75 5 лет назад

Optician here, don't judge too much on the screws on the hinges, they loosen up over time even on a good pair of sunglasses. Yes, finally someone speaking the truth, those guys (tmf and alpha M)piss me off when they say their sunglasses are better than Ray.Ban. let's be real, this probably isn't true

@The_Kavalier 5 лет назад

How should I consider the polarized sunglasses? Is UVA/UVB good enough for most uses? How can I save my eyes and see my HUD¿?

@vindicator75 5 лет назад

@@The_Kavalier Polarized lenses are the best for outdoor use. It reduces any horizontal glare coming off surfaces, for example the huge glare on the water and snow. This is why it's excellent for driving, fishing, etc. You can basically see through the glare on water, so the water becomes clear and you can see fish or anything in the water. It also makes it more comfortable as glare is cut down. Only draw back with polarized lens is it makes the dashboard on planes difficult to see, that's why it's not recommended for pilots. UVA and UVB protection is good enough for outdoor use as those are the harmful rays that come from the sun. I'm not sure if you are referring to harmful blue light that is coming off any type of screen when you say HUD. A blue light filter is recommended if you are on the computer, phone, watch alot of tv or anything with a screen. The Blue light filter is pointless on sunglasses as the sun doesn't really emit harmful blue light as much as a screen, although it is possible to have the blue light protection coating on polarized lenses aswell, but I don't really see the point and for the price difference you will pay.

@drhreigns3045 5 лет назад

We needed this and you delivered 💯

@vidster7 5 лет назад

Been having thoughts on this and voila! Thanks Jon

@clintony3000 4 года назад

Tom Ford is manufactured by Marcolin, not Luxottica.

@yankchef4067 4 года назад

It seems gresso has a line of 95 dollar sunglasses as well that still use zeiss lenses. Says stainless steel for the material which im guessing is the price point difference. Any experience on those?

@billneudorf91 Год назад

Hey, could you please buy the Gresso aviators off you??

@wiktorrosinski8080 5 лет назад

I prefer the roundup videos, is it better to get metal frames rather than Italian acetate?

@RandalBauer11 5 лет назад

Jon, have you covered Criquet Shirts before on the channel? At any rate, that shirt looks good on you.

@MrChiki1911 5 лет назад

Persol all day. Handcrafted and crystal lenses cant go wrong. Get them used or when they are on sale.

@cgranero1 5 лет назад

In those older pictures where your hair was longer you looked like Andy Samberg! Great video. Next time I buy sunglasses I think I’ll go with Enemy.

@NeonLoneliness 5 лет назад

What brand of polo shirt are you wearing? Looks nice. Great vid, thanks!

@spliff2k 4 года назад

You may already know by now but the brand is Criquet 👍

@40OverFashion 5 лет назад

Great video as always Jon!

@gwimmer98 5 лет назад

Honestly, I don’t like Aaron Marino, but his sunglasses have been recommended by so many RU-vidrs I trust, like you and Carl Murawski, that I’m considering ordering one for the next season...

@esccools 3 года назад

What’s your opinion on Randolph Engineering sunglasses?

@drlessismore 5 лет назад

So did you list or plan to list some brands of quality non luxury brands in the future. What a great channel and video. #anti-luxury. #minimalism.

@pmm4177 4 года назад

My prescription Oakley sunglasses were 600

@droesw 4 года назад

Do your ENEMY ones make a noticeable clicking sound when you push the spring hinges slightly outward? Mine do and it’s a bit worse on one side than the other and it’s just bothering me cause I haven’t found anybody else who’s complained about that

@KarlLimPH 5 лет назад

That is NOT a vintage pair of Wayfarers. When you say "vintage", those sunglasses were made in USA by Bausch & Lomb 1999 and earlier. The one you have is made in Italy by Luxottica. They're basically the same design with the B&L's but they're not vintage. 🙂

@dark698701 2 года назад

Do you like Bershka Women and Men Sunglasses ????

@jacobradden 5 лет назад

Maui Jim's will change your life.. Ask anyone who has a pair they will all say.. "I'll never buy another brand." literally can't count how many times I've heard that said. I have a few pairs and they are all exceptional. Have yet to find anything close.

@The_Kavalier 5 лет назад

My Dad was that way. I believe it!

@kailt3289 5 лет назад

Serengeti 😎😎😎

@STILLNIGHTPEARL 3 года назад

So true, I bought both the Maui Jim red sands in Matte black and neutral grey lens, and Oakley portal x in black prizm polarized, the red sands are better in every single way, and to be honest it’s not even close. The portal x was $200, the red sands $230. The Oakley felt more like $100-$150 sunglasses at best, I wasn’t impressed.

@billneudorf91 Год назад

Sir! Thanks for the Video! could you please provide a link for the glasses you talk about 10:50 into the video?

@EscobarStyle 5 лет назад

I have Revo which are ok but in the market for another pair. Btw, where is the Polo from Jon??

@golamkashef5255 3 года назад

What WP frames were you wearing? (Also, you look great my friend, your face isn't crooked!)

@willlevine9692 5 лет назад

Love my Warby Parker sunglasses. I own 3 pair but also a pair of reading sunglasses.

@patrickeatp3785 5 лет назад

For Jade blacks, those look like the clays which are the first launch which din't use Italian acetate, better lenses and better hinges. Better comparison would be their new collection not the old one.

@The_Kavalier 5 лет назад

I just ordered them a couple weeks before this video and the site listed them as the Italian acetate 🤷🏻‍♂️

@patrickeatp3785 5 лет назад

@@The_Kavalier Are you sure? I just checked the site and it says "Cellulose acetate" not "Italian". the new stuff does say italian tho

@patrickeatp3785 5 лет назад

@@The_Kavalier can you do a review on some of their new stuff? I got some from their last drop (which you have) but haven't gotten any from their new collection

@wilsonfamily678 5 лет назад

Great video, well done. I must have that shirt. Please post what / where. Love my Maui Jims. Even have prescription version for when contacts are out (swimming). One of the big pluses is the repair guarantee. For tugged glasses, I havr managed to do some damage for one reason or another. $15 repair? Absolutely sweet, another reason the investment pays off. Just don’t lose them. ;)

@seppiluthold5014 5 лет назад

Great video! Really enjoyed it. Totally agree about being more carefully with better sunglasses. I always bought the cheapies until my wife bought me some Raybans and I baby those things. I'll have to check out some of those brands you mentioned. How about Persol? I have been thinking about getting a pair one day.

@celticsftw90 5 лет назад

Would love to get your thoughts on Krewe as well, great video!

@grc3rb 5 лет назад

How are you not more popular? For all the info you give out you should be trending. Thank you

@The_Kavalier 5 лет назад

🤷🏻‍♂️

@ryanheij5664 5 лет назад

Maybe its strange but in one of your last videos you said there will be comming a video about why you like briefs and weirdly i am interested in it idk why but when is it comming

@The_Kavalier 5 лет назад

That’s a highly anticipated video. Should be before the end of the month if I can get my shit together

@DavidSaintloth 5 лет назад

I lose them regardless..... 8 dollars or 300 (ouch!) ....I stick with the cheapo's. Though this summer has been interesting haven't lost a pair yet.....possibly because I am not going out as much these days.