Ray-Ban
Clubmaster Classic Sunglasses
Ray-Ban Clubmaster Classic sunglasses (model RB3016) are semi-rim retro-style eyewear with a glossy black acetate upper browline, polished gold metal lower rims and bridge, and green gradient lenses. They provide Level 3 UV protection and are made in Italy. Key measurements: eye width 49 mm, bridge 21 mm, temple 140 mm.
- Color
- Black
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- vintage, classic, retro
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Specifications
Ray-Ban Clubmaster Classic Sunglasses with a refined retro style inspired by the 1950s, featuring a contrasting black frame and level 3 UV protection for sunny days.
Level 3 UV protection, made in Italy, classic retro design.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Plastic and metal
- Style
- vintage, classic, retro
- Occasion
- vacation, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Refined retro style inspired by 1950s design
- Level 3 UV protection rating for sunny days
- Made in Italy with high-quality craftsmanship
- Contrasting black frame for a classic look
- Model number RB3016
- Eye width 49 mm, bridge 21 mm, temple 140 mm
Product Insights
The Ray-Ban Clubmaster Classic is a 236 CAD in-stock member of Ray-Ban's The Icons collection: a 1986 homage to the 1950s browline that became the third-best-selling sunglass of the 1980s and remains current through a 2010s Mad Men-era and hipster revival, with the sunglass version notably driven by Robert Pattinson. Its point of view is dress browline rather than bookish eyeglass: a suit, blazer and country-club silhouette built from a plastic brow and temples over a separate metal bridge and eyewire, with adjustable metal nosepads and a heat-reshapable brow bar for custom fit despite a front-heavy roughly 37 g frame. The core promise is a trimmest 49 mm RB3016 fit at about 42 mm lens height with non-polarized G-15 glass lenses: 100% UVA/UVB UV400 protection exceeding basic legal requirements and matching most premium polarized lenses, a green-grey tint that leaves the color spectrum intact, less optical distortion and better scratch resistance than polycarbonate, and daytime driving compatibility because the non-polarized lens keeps LCD dashboards, navigation and head-up displays from dimming or blacking out. The main tradeoff is that this black 49 mm RB3016 is non-polarized—polarized Clubmaster colorways like 901/58 are separate models—and the G-15 lens passes 15% of visible light (11% polarized), making it daytime-only and not for twilight, night or low light; the glass can shatter on hard impact so it is not sports or occupational safety eyewear, scratches in the mineral glass cannot be polished out and mean replacement rather than repair, and cleaning requires mild soap and water with rinsing before wiping to prevent micro-scratches.
Verified claims
- Design lineage
- A 1986 homage to the 1950s browline and the third-best-selling sunglass of the 1980s.
- Cultural standing
- Kept current by a 2010s Mad Men-era revival, distinct from the bookish browline eyeglass.
- Heritage
- A permanent member of Ray-Ban's The Icons collection rather than a seasonal line.
- Styling
- The dress silhouette that pairs with business suits, blazers and country-club attire.
- Construction
- Plastic brow and temples over a separate metal bridge and eyewire chassis
- Weight
- Buyers report the frame runs front-heavy at roughly 37 g
- Nosepads
- Adjustable metal nosepads fine-tune fit without stressing acetate.
- Driving performance
- Non-polarized G-15 keeps LCD dashboards, navigation and head-up displays from dimming or blacking out.
- Bright light performance
- Non-polarized G-15 passes 15% of visible light (11% polarized) and is a daytime-only lens.
- Polarization
- This black 49 mm RB3016 is non-polarized; polarized Clubmaster colorways like the 901/58 are separate models.
- Lens tint
- The G-15 lenses have a green-grey tint that leaves the color spectrum intact, avoiding the color shift common in brown or rose-tinted lenses.
- UV protection
- Blocks 100% UVA and UVB (UV400), exceeding basic legal UV requirements and matching the protection level of most premium polarized lenses.
- Lens material
- Glass lens gives less optical distortion and better scratch resistance than polycarbonate.
- Lens care
- Use mild soap and water for cleaning and rinse lenses before wiping to prevent micro-scratches.
- Impact resistance
- The glass lenses can shatter on hard impact, so this pair is not sports or occupational safety eyewear.
- Daytime driving
- Cleared for daytime driving; not for twilight, night or low light.
- Scratch permanence
- A scratch in the mineral glass cannot be polished out — a marked lens means replacement, not repair.
- Custom fit
- Adjustable nosepads and heat-reshapable brow bar custom-fit frame for heavy glass lens weight.
- Lens height
- The 49 mm frame is the trimmest RB3016 fit at about 42 mm lens height.
- Cultural revival
- Current buzz is a 2010s Mad Men and hipster revival, with Robert Pattinson driving the sunglass version.
Product record
- Title
- Clubmaster Classic Sunglasses
- Brand
- Ray-Ban
- Price
- 236 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesUses
Sunny-day wear
Ray-Ban Clubmaster Classic sunglasses with a Level 3 UV protection rating, which the merchant describes as perfect for sunny days. A classic square-clubmaster style for men's accessories.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Clubmaster Classic Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a retro, 1950s-inspired browline look, with a glossy black upper frame, thin gold metal lower rims, and green gradient lenses that the retailer describes as offering refined retro style. The plastic-and-metal frame carries a Level 3 UV protection rating that the merchant calls perfect for sunny days, and it is made in Italy with 49 mm eye width, 21 mm bridge, and 140 mm temple length. Note it comes in a single one-size fit in the black colorway, so confirm the measurements suit your face.[1,2] | Wayfarer Sunglasses: Choose this if you want the original rectangular Wayfarer (model RB 2140), a style described as a timeless classic since 1952, with a light acetate frame, 100% UV protection, and green-tinted lenses in a glossy black or brown finish. It is handmade in Italy with a 54 mm eye width, 18 mm bridge, and 150 mm temples in one size, and one longtime owner reports no change in quality across multiple pairs owned over 20 years, though that owner personally prefers non-polarized G-15 green lenses as plenty dark enough. Commenters describe it as a classic, versatile look suited to years of use if cared for, though comfort is fairly basic and a New Wayfarer owner notes the style can slide down the nose without non-skid rubber.[3,4,5,6,7] | Black Rounded Sunglasses: Choose this if you want black squared-round sunglasses with polarized lenses that provide 100% UV protection, in a glossy one-piece front frame with a light nylon build the retailer describes as comfortable. The one-size fit measures 51 mm eye width, 21 mm bridge, and 145 mm temples, and a rigid designer case, cleaning cloth, and signature box are included.[8,9] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing pair of semi-rim sunglasses with a thick black upper browline, thin gold metal lower rims and green gradient lenses. Visible nose pads and slender black temple arms extend rearward and are faintly visible through the lenses.
- Overall silhouetteSymmetrical front view of semi-rim sunglasses with a pronounced black upper browline and thin gold metal framing the lower half of each lens; bridge is a narrow gold metal bar centered between lenses.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.88 · h 0.44 (high) - Upper browline material and colorGlossy black thick browline extending across the top of both lenses and forming slightly upturned outer corners.
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x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.80 · h 0.14 (high) - Lower rim and bridge finishThin polished gold metal forms the lower rim around each lens and a narrow gold bridge connecting the lenses at center.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.42 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Lenses appearanceGreen tinted lenses with a subtle vertical gradient darker at the top and slightly lighter toward the bottom.
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x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - Nose padsTransparent adjustable nose pads attached to thin gold pad arms, visible between the lenses.
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x 0.45 · y 0.47 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Temple arms visible through lensesSlim black temple arms visible through the lens areas, angling rearward and inward from the outer frame corners.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high) - Left lens logo“Ray-Ban”
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.36 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Right lens etched mark“RB”Partial
1 region
x 0.77 · y 0.46 · w 0.05 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Product is photographed head-on on a white background with soft shadow below; even frontal lighting reduces specular glare and casts a diffuse drop shadow beneath the frame.
- Background and shadowPlain white background with a soft diffuse shadow directly beneath the sunglasses, indicating overhead frontal lighting.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.66 · w 0.84 · h 0.16 (high) - Shot compositionCentered, straight-on product shot showing the full front face of the sunglasses with even framing on left and right.
Colors
gloss black· upper browline#141313polished gold· lower rim and bridge#727D6Adeep green gradient· lensesclear· nose pads- Overall silhouetteSymmetrical front view of semi-rim sunglasses with a pronounced black upper browline and thin gold metal framing the lower half of each lens; bridge is a narrow gold metal bar centered between lenses.
- 02
Product
Three-quarter right-facing view of a pair of Clubmaster-style sunglasses with a thick black upper frame and temples, gold metal lower rims and bridge, and green-tinted lenses with nose pads.
- Overall silhouetteClubmaster-style sunglasses shown in a three-quarter right-facing orientation; upper frame is a thick eyebrow-shaped band above the lenses, lower rims are thin metal following the lens curve, and straight temples extend back with slightly flared temple tips.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.88 · h 0.48 (high) - Upper frame material and finishGlossy black acetate or plastic forming the top brow and continuing into the temples; finish is reflective and smooth.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.70 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.30 · w 0.38 · h 0.30 (high) - Metal lower rims and bridgeThin gold-colored metal rim outlines the bottom half of each lens and includes a slim metal bridge and metal hinge area connecting to the upper frame.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.44 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high) - LensesGreen-tinted lenses with slight gradient (darker toward top); left lens shows a faint reflection of a round object and an internal nose-pad shadow visible through the lens.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.40 · w 0.36 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.44 · w 0.36 · h 0.32 (high) - Nose padsClear adjustable nose pads mounted on thin metal pad arms attached to the bridge; pads cast a small shadow on the lens area.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.52 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Decorative rivetsOval gold-colored rivet accents visible on the outer corners of the upper frame near each hinge.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.40 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.40 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Temple shape and tipTemples are straight and slender from the hinge then curve down slightly toward the ear with rounded, slightly thicker tips.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.24 · w 0.42 · h 0.40 (high) - Brand script on lens“Ray-Ban”
1 region
x 0.11 · y 0.38 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Inner temple text“MADE IN ITALY CE”
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.35 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a white background with soft directional lighting from upper left, producing a subtle cast shadow beneath and to the right of the sunglasses.
- Shot compositionSunglasses placed flat on a white surface photographed at a low oblique angle so front and right temple are visible; centered horizontally with generous white space above.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting from the upper-left creates gentle highlights on the glossy frame and a soft elongated shadow cast down and to the right.
- Image qualityHigh resolution, sharp focus on the product with a clean white background and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
gloss black· upper frame and temples#0E0D0Dwarm gold metallic· metal lower rims and bridge#939E8Aolive green tint· lenses#6E7C63- Overall silhouetteClubmaster-style sunglasses shown in a three-quarter right-facing orientation; upper frame is a thick eyebrow-shaped band above the lenses, lower rims are thin metal following the lens curve, and straight temples extend back with slightly flared temple tips.