Le 31
Saxton Aviator Sunglasses
Saxton Aviator Sunglasses are aviator-style sunglasses with polarized lenses that block 100% of UV rays and minimize glare for improved visual clarity. The frame is made from a lightweight combination of metal and plastic, with a classic double-bridge design. They are designed for everyday outdoor use, providing eye protection and comfortable vision in bright conditions.
- Material
- metal and plastic
- Gender
- unisex
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Classic aviator sunglasses with polarized lenses and UV protection
Polarized lenses for glare-free vision; 100% UV protection; lightweight metal and plastic frame
- Material
- metal and plastic
- Secondary
- plastic
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- aviator style
- 100% UV protection
- polarized lenses
- lightweight metal and plastic frame
Product Insights
Le 31's Saxton Aviator Sunglasses deliver UV400 and polarized protection at $29, undercutting budget aviators while being lighter than all-metal competitors for all-day wear, though its mixed metal-and-plastic frame trades durability for that weight savings as a Simons house brand.
- Value
At $29 CAD, undercuts budget aviators while matching UV400 and polarized protection.
Why this is supported
At $29 CAD, the Saxton undercuts the $35 Knockaround Mile Highs by more than 35% while maintaining the same core protection specs. The Knockaround's listed price is
$35
knockaround.com, and it also offers
Full UV400 eye protection
knockaround.com, as does the Saxton. Polarization is standard on the Saxton, while the LUENX Aviator claims higher efficiency, though
LUENX claims 99% efficiency, which we’d put closer to 95% in real testing
frames2fit.com, so the practical difference is negligible. The Saxton also omits spring hinges found on the LUENX, but this fits its lower price niche while Simons distribution adds trust.
- Material
Mixed metal-and-plastic frame is lightweight but less durable than all-metal alternatives.
Why this is supported
The Saxton uses a mixed material frame, described as
Light, comfortable metal and plastic frame
stylight.ca, which reduces weight but not to the extent of all-metal alternatives. Competitors use different materials: the Knockaround Mile Highs feature a
Lightweight, stainless steel frame
knockaround.com, and the LUENX Aviator uses a
thickened nickel alloy with spring hinges
frames2fit.com, both offering greater durability. At the Saxton's price point, the metal components are
likely metal-coated plastic or lightweight metal alloy
Is the frame metal entirely metal or metal-coated plastic?, consistent with a lightweight but less rugged frame.
- UV protection
UV400 standard blocks all UVA and UVB rays up to 400 nm.
Why this is supported
The '100% UV protection' label on the Saxton represents the UV400 standard,
'100% UV protection' translates to blocking all ultraviolet light up to 400 nanometers (UV400)
Polarization and UV protection at this price — 100_uv_as_uv400, ensuring full protection against UVA and UVB rays up to the clinical benchmark of 400 nanometers.
- Lightweight
Lighter than all-metal competitors at similar price; ideal for all-day summer wear.
Why this is supported
Compared to all-metal frames at similar prices, the Saxton's construction presents an advantage:
the Saxton’s metal-and-plastic construction keeps weight low for all-day wear
How these compare to other budget aviators — price_vs_knockaround_mile_highsand
offering a lighter mixed-metal construction
How these compare to other budget aviators — feature_parity_with_luenx_aviator. This makes it
ideal for all-day summer use
What the metal and plastic frame can handle — lightweight_comfort_engineering- Brand lineage
Le 31 is a Simons house brand, confirmed by trademark.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified that the brand name explicitly includes 'Par Simons' through the trademark filing:
The mark consists of a vertical line with the stylized term "LE" and the number "31" to the left of the vertical line and the wording "PAR SIMONS" to the right of the vertical line.
trademarksoncall.com. This confirms Simons as the parent retailer, providing transparency and accountability.
Le 31 is a house brand of Simons, confirmed by its trademark registration:
This affiliation means the Saxton carries Simons' return policy and customer service, offering a different layer of buyer confidence compared to standalone online brands.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing aviator-style sunglasses with a thin double-bridge metal frame, matte dark frame surrounds and light blue gradient lenses; temple arms partially visible through lenses.
- Overall silhouetteFront view showing full face of sunglasses with slightly rounded aviator lenses and a thin straight top bar spanning above the lenses.
- Frame surroundThin dark frame surround with a matte finish forming the lens rims and extending into short, squared endpieces at the temples.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.80 · h 0.44 (high) - Double-bridgeTwo narrow metal bars over the nose: a very thin upper straight top bar and a thinner curved saddle bridge connecting the lens rims at the nose.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.34 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - LensesLarge slightly rounded lenses with a light blue gradient tint that is more saturated toward the top and lighter toward the bottom.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high) - Temple arms visible through lensesInner portions of the temple arms are visible through the tinted lenses as translucent cyan/blue shapes angling back from the hinges.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (medium) - Lens rim inner trimNarrow darker inner trim visible around inner edge of each lens inside the rim.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Centered studio shot on a light neutral background with soft shadows beneath the lenses and even frontal lighting.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and surface with no props; sunglasses sit centered in the frame.
- ShadowsSoft diffuse drop shadows directly beneath each lens area matching the glasses placement.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.64 · w 0.36 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.64 · w 0.36 · h 0.08 (high) - Shot compositionSymmetrical front-facing composition with the frames centered horizontally and vertically in the visible product area.
Colors
matte dark gray· frame surround and endpieces#343334light sky blue gradient· lensestranslucent cyan· temple inner arms visible through lenses- 02
Product
Right-facing aviator-style sunglasses shown at a low three-quarter angle; glossy black frame with thin double bridge, blue mirrored gradient lenses, and patterned temples with alternating black spots on a light base.
- Overall poseSunglasses shown lying on a flat surface, angled with the left front lens closest to camera and the right temple extending toward the back right.
- Frame material and finishThin glossy black frame surrounding each lens with a continuous rim and integrated hinge area at the temple; frame finish appears smooth and reflective.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high) - Bridge designThin double bridge connecting the two lenses; both bridge elements are slim and match the black frame finish.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Lens appearanceBlue mirrored lenses with a lighter blue gradient toward the top and slightly darker blue toward the bottom; reflective surface produces subtle highlights.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.38 · w 0.40 · h 0.34 (high) - Temple patternTemples show a repeating irregular spotted pattern: dark spots on a light base color; pattern visible on both the near and far temple arms.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.26 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high) - Nose pad areaBuilt-in nose area integrated into the frame rim without separate visible adjustable pads; the nose region follows the frame color and finish.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.42 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with a soft shadow beneath the sunglasses; image shows even lighting and slight reflection on lenses and frame.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and flat surface with a soft shadow cast by the sunglasses toward the right and slightly downward.
- ShadowDiffuse elongated shadow follows the direction of the right temple and sits beneath the product, consistent with a single soft light source.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.54 · w 0.50 · h 0.22 (medium) - Lighting and reflectionsEven studio lighting with visible specular highlights on the glossy black frame and subtle mirrored reflections on the blue lenses.
- Image crop and focusProduct is fully in frame and sharply focused with shallow depth of field causing very slight softening on the farthest temple tip.
Colors
gloss black· framemirrored sky blue· lenses#9BC5ECoff-white· temple basecharcoal black· temple spots#4B4B4B