Ray-Ban Wayfarer Violet / Dark Grey (RB2140 1447B1)

Ray-Ban Wayfarer Classic | The Absolute Legend, Custom Built for Your Sight

The Ray-Ban Wayfarer. It is not just sunglasses; it is THE sunglasses. The revolutionary design that broke the rules in 1952 by replacing metal with acetate — worn by JFK, Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's, Bob Dylan, and the Blues Brothers. The exact same legend sold anywhere. Let's be honest: we won't tell you corporate history. What SÍ sets us apart here at Centro Óptico Alpedrete is that we adapt it exactly to your medical prescription — because a legendary look only works when you see clearly.

The Feeling: Solid Acetate and the Signature Tilt

Holding the original Wayfarer, you immediately feel the weight and robustness of its hand-polished high-density acetate. And if you try them on for the first time, you will notice the frame slightly tilts forward at the bottom. This is not a manufacturing defect: it is the famous Ray-Ban pantoscopic tilt. Engineered in the 1950s, this tilt covers your eye sockets perfectly, blocking sun rays from higher angles and giving you that unmistakable confident look. Its Dark Grey lenses filter bright glare with top-tier fidelity.

Sizing and Calibers Guide

Ray-Ban manufactures this model in various calibers to accommodate different facial profiles. The manufactured calibers for this code are: 50 mm, 54 mm. If you need assistance choosing the ideal width for your cheeks, our optical team is standing by to help.

Looking for customized prescription solar lenses?

We adapt this classic model with premium prescription solar lenses. Choose your filter: monofocals, progressives, polarized, or photochromic lenses. We work with leading laboratories: Shamir, Essilor, and Prats. No compromises: legendary style combined with perfect medical-grade vision.

What is included in the package?

When purchasing your glasses you will receive: (1) Original Ray-Ban Case to safeguard your frame and lenses, (2) Official manufacturer cleaning cloth/documentation, and (3) Our gifted premium, washable high-density digital cleaning cloth from Centro Óptico Alpedrete.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions about Ray-Ban Wayfarer

What is the tilt of the frame?

The classic Wayfarer has a unique forward-tilting frame angle (known as the pantoscopic tilt). This is an iconic historical design feature from 1952, not a manufacturing defect, designed to perfectly shield your eyes from high sun angles.

Can I adapt these to progressive sun lenses?

Yes, absolutely. The deep and stable shape of the acetate front is perfect for progressives, providing outstanding vision from driving to reading your phone.

What is included in the package?

You receive the original semirigid leather Ray-Ban case (with button closure), the official manufacturer cloth/documentation, and our gifted washable high-density microfibre cleaning cloth.