Black Aviator Sunglasses

Verified claims

Lens width

Oversized 64mm lens suits square, oval, and heart-shaped faces.

Bridge fit

11mm narrow bridge suits slim noses.

Temple length

135mm temples fit average-sized faces.

Weight

Polyamide frame is lighter than polycarbonate or TR90 frames.

Toughness

Frame bends without deforming and absorbs impacts without shattering.

Chemical resistance

Frame resists sweat, sunscreen, and insect repellent without degrading.

Cautions

Polyamide warps in high heat and requires cold glazing for lens insertion.

UV protection

UV400 standard blocks all UVA/UVB up to 400 nm and reduces HEV blue light by 15%.

Optical performance

Brown tint cuts blue-light haze and boosts contrast for depth perception.

Light transmission

Category 3 lens transmits 8-18% of visible light, suitable for bright conditions.

Dashboard readability

Non-polarized gradient lenses maintain dashboard and screen clarity.

Driving utility

Gradient tint reduces overhead glare and non-polarized lenses keep all displays readable.

Brown tint

Brown tint reduces haze and enhances contrast and depth perception.

Lens specifications

Category 3 transmits 8–18% light and UV400 cuts HEV by 15%.

Skin flattery

Flatters all skin tones with warm brown gradient.

Driving performance

Brown tint enhances contrast and depth perception for driving.

Screen readability

Non-polarized gradient lens allows clear view of dashboard and digital screens.

Protection rating

Category 3 lenses block 82-92% of visible light for bright conditions.

Heat sensitivity

Heat warps polyamide; use only cold glazing and avoid hot storage.

Durability

Polyamide resists sweat, oils, and returns to shape after bending.

Scratch resistance

Lens scratch resistance is not guaranteed.

Product record

Title

Black Aviator Sunglasses

Brand

Carrera

Price

195 CAD

Availability

In stock

Polyamide frame comfort and long-term durability

• With loosely packed molecules producing a low-density material, these polyamide aviators barely register on the nose bridge even at a 64mm lens width — the frame itself weighs less than comparable polycarbonate or TR90 blends, which shifts the perceptual weight to the lenses and keeps all-day pressure fatigue minimal.
• Polyamide’s high elastic memory allows the temple arms to bend wide and snap back to their original shape instantly, so accidentally sitting on them or dropping them in a bag won’t permanently deform the aviator silhouette — a practical advantage for frames that are removed and stored multiple times a day.
• Unlike rigid plastics that concentrate shock at the strike point, polyamide’s interlocking polymer chains distribute impact energy across the frame front without shattering, so a hard drop on pavement is more likely to result in a scuff than a broken temple or cracked lens ring — reducing the odds of an immediate warranty claim.
• Polyamide does not absorb perspiration and resists breakdown from oils, sunscreen, or insect repellent, so the frame surface stays smooth and structurally intact through sweat-heavy summer wear — an invisible material trait that prevents the sticky, degraded finish that cheaper plastics develop after a season of sports or beach use.

Cleaning and caring for polyamide sunglasses

• Polyamide frames require cold glazing for lens insertion and adjustments; applying heat, as is common with acetate, can warp or shrink the material, so any optician service must be informed that the frame material is polyamide to avoid irreversible damage.
• Leaving the sunglasses on a car dashboard or in direct sunlight can soften the polyamide frame, leading to permanent warping that alters fit and alignment — storing them in a hard case and keeping them out of extreme heat preserves the original shape.

UV400 protection and lens category explained

• The black tint of these aviators controls visible brightness and glare comfort, not UV blocking—a clear lens can have the same UV400 rating, meaning the dark shade here is purely for visual ease while the embedded UV filter does all the protective work.
• UV400 lenses inherently reduce high-energy visible (HEV) blue light by 15%, light in the 380–400 nm range that stresses retinal cells and accelerates eye fatigue—an extra layer of protection beyond UV that makes these sunglasses more effective for prolonged outdoor wear.
• Carrera’s 100% UV protection means UV400, which blocks all wavelengths up to 400 nm—this is critical because the common industrial standard (EN166/170) cuts off at 380 nm, letting through 20% of the most aggressive UVA radiation that penetrates deep into the eye and causes long-term retinal damage.

How brown gradient lenses enhance vision

• Brown lenses are frequently described as timeless and universally flattering, with deeper shades enhancing warmth on darker complexions and lighter ambers brightening fair skin — the brown gradient in this black aviator frame creates a warm, cohesive look that registers as both classic and refined.
• The lenses carry a Category 3 rating, translating to a visible light transmission of roughly 8–18% — powerful sun-blocking suitable for bright, reflective environments like summer highways and waterfronts, while remaining legal for daytime driving across most regions.
• Brown tint absorbs a significant chunk of short-wave blue light, the wavelength most responsible for atmospheric haze and glare — in practical terms, this cuts the milky wash that veils distant objects, sharpening the view down a long road or across open water.
• Brown lenses amplify red and green transmission while absorbing blue light, a spectral profile that naturally enhances contrast and depth judgment — on asphalt, across grass, or against water, the brown tint makes subtle texture differences pop, which is why it’s repeatedly cited as optimal for driving and golf.
• The dark-to-light top-down gradient shields against overhead sun while leaving the lower portion noticeably lighter, letting you read dash instruments, GPS, or a phone without lifting the glasses — an advantage for drivers moving between bright roads and darker car cabins.
• The Carrera 1057/S lenses are intentionally non-polarized, which prevents the rainbow-like tinting and dimming that polarized sunglasses can impose on modern LCD dashboards and head-up displays — combining a gradient tint with no polarization yields a lens that manages overhead glare without sacrificing on-screen readability.