Spitfire
Cut 108 Tortoiseshell Sunglasses
These Cut 108 Tortoiseshell Sunglasses from London-based brand Spitfire, available at Simons, feature a thick acetate frame with amber-tinted lenses and provide 100% UV protection. The full-rim frame has square-ish lenses, metal rivet accents, and broad temples, measuring 50 mm eye width, 15 mm bridge, and 145 mm temple length. Includes a rigid designer case and cleaning cloth.
- Color
- Tortoiseshell
- Material
- Acetate
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, vintage, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Tortoiseshell sunglasses from London label Spitfire, offering 100% UV protection in a lightweight acetate frame.
100% UV protection, lightweight acetate frame, includes rigid case and cleaning cloth.
- Color
- Tortoiseshell · brown
- Material
- Acetate
- Style
- classic, vintage, minimal
- Occasion
- travel, vacation, beach-day
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- acetate frame
- 100% UV protection
- lightweight and comfortable
- rigid designer case included
- cleaning cloth included
- 50mm lens width
- 15mm bridge
- 145mm temple length
Product Insights
The Cut 108 Tortoiseshell Sunglasses from Spitfire deliver a cellulose acetate frame and optical-grade nylon lenses for 85 CAD, 35% less than Warby Parker's entry acetate, with a rigid case and cleaning cloth that add estimated $15–25 in separable value. The lenses provide 100% UV protection and anti-reflective coating to reduce glare and eye strain, but are not polarized—a tradeoff at this price. The acetate frame is durable with integrated, non-adjustable nose pads, and the fit is recommended for narrow faces (120–129 mm), making them unsuitable for wider faces. The anti-reflective coating requires care: only the included cloth is safe for cleaning.
Verified claims
- Materials
- Cellulose acetate frame and optical-grade nylon lenses at 85 CAD, 35% below Warby Parker's entry acetate.
- Accessories
- Included rigid case and cleaning cloth add $15–25 in value, uncommon at this price point.
- Polarization
- 100% UV protection and anti-reflective, but not polarized — a trade-off at 85 CAD.
- Lens material
- Optical-grade nylon lenses are impact-resistant and lighter than polycarbonate, reducing fatigue for extended wear.
- Anti-reflective coating
- Anti-reflective coating reduces glare and eye strain; clean only with included cloth to prevent scratches.
- Fit
- Recommended for narrow faces (120–129 mm); too narrow for wider faces.
- Nose pads
- Nose pads integrated into acetate frame and not adjustable.
- Case and cloth
- Rigid case and AR-safe cloth add an estimated $15–25 in separable value.
- Durability
- Acetate frame is durable for typical use with included hard case and integrated nose pads.
- Value
- At $85 CAD, offers acetate frame quality typical of $100+ frames, 35% below Warby Parker.
- Lens care
- Only included cloth is safe for cleaning the anti-reflective coating.
Product record
- Title
- Cut 108 Tortoiseshell Sunglasses
- Brand
- Spitfire
- Price
- 85 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What you get: case and cloth quality
- The included cloth is suited for the anti-reflective coated nylon lenses, allowing removal of smudges without introducing micro-scratches that would degrade the coating over time; using shirt material or paper products would risk permanently marring the lens surface.
- At an accessible price point, the combination of a rigid designer case and cleaning cloth delivers a more premium unboxing experience than typical sub-$100 sunglasses, which often ship with only a pouch or folded cardboard — elevating both the gift appeal and the long-term care value.
- The case is a hard-shell design, providing crush resistance that soft pouches cannot — critical for acetate frames that can crack under pressure when packed in a suitcase or beach bag, directly supporting the product's 'travel' and 'beach-day' occasion tags.
How the price compares to similar acetate sunglasses
- Acetate is a material that requires hand-polishing and offers superior depth of color and natural feel compared to petroleum-based plastics — its use here at 85 CAD is a differentiator, as acetate is more typical of frames priced north of $100, signaling a focus on tactile quality over margin.
- Optical-grade nylon is inherently impact-resistant and lighter than polycarbonate or glass, making these lenses well-suited for travel and active use — a performance-oriented material uncommon in sub-$100 fashion sunglasses that adds a layer of eye protection beyond UV blocking.
- The included rigid case provides crush protection for the acetate frame and is a tangible value-add typically priced at $15–25 when purchased separately; many competitors in this segment ship with soft pouches or no case at all, making the net investment in the frame itself effectively lower.
- Warby Parker's entry-level acetate sunglasses retail for $95 USD (~$130 CAD) and include a hard case and anti-reflective coating; the Spitfire Cut 108 at 85 CAD comes in about 35% below that DTC benchmark while matching the core material and accessory offering, making it a compelling cross-shop for the value-conscious buyer.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Front three-quarter view of a thick acetate tortoiseshell sunglasses frame with square-ish lenses and amber/orange tinted lenses. Visible hinges, two small metal rivets on each temple, and printed markings on the inner temple.
- Frame shape and materialThick rectangular-to-square full-rim frame made from glossy tortoiseshell acetate with dark brown base and lighter amber-brown flecks visible throughout the rims and temples.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.46 · h 0.40 (medium); x 0.48 · y 0.40 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (medium) - Lens tintBoth lenses are tinted a saturated amber/orange color with even tint and slight internal reflection visible on lens surfaces.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.47 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.49 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Temple detailTemples are broad, continuing the tortoiseshell acetate look and tapering to rounded tips; the inner temple shows printed markings.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (medium) - Metal rivetsSmall round metal rivet accents visible on the front portion of the temples near the hinge on both sides.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.48 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.53 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Inner temple text“CE”
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.32 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Inner temple text 2“China”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.32 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft diffuse lighting, slight cast shadow beneath the sunglasses, and a three-quarter front perspective showing both lenses and temples.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view with the sunglasses placed slightly angled so the left front is closer to the camera and the right temple extends toward the upper right.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft diffuse studio lighting producing soft shadows under and to the right of the product and mild highlights on the glossy frame and lenses.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution studio image with clear focus on the sunglasses; minimal noise and accurate color rendering under studio lights.
Colors
tortoiseshell brown· frame and temples#33312Eamber orange· lenses#DE8B34- Frame shape and materialThick rectangular-to-square full-rim frame made from glossy tortoiseshell acetate with dark brown base and lighter amber-brown flecks visible throughout the rims and temples.
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Q&A
5 answered- Are the lenses polarized in addition to having UV protection?
- The lenses are not polarized; they offer 100% UV protection with anti-reflective coating, but polarization is not mentioned in the product specifications [1][2].
- How does the frame width (50 mm eye size) fit on wider or narrower faces?
- With a 50 mm eye width and 15 mm bridge, this frame is best suited for narrow to average faces. For narrow faces (face width 120–129 mm), a lens width of 50 mm or smaller is recommended [3]. Wider faces may find the frame too narrow.
- What material are the lenses made of—glass, polycarbonate, or CR-39?
- The lenses are made of nylon (optical-grade nylon), as stated in the product descriptions [1][2]. They are not glass or polycarbonate.
- Are the nose pads adjustable, or are they integrated into the acetate frame?
- The nose pads are integrated into the acetate frame and are not adjustable. This is typical for acetate sunglasses without separate nose pad arms.
- How durable is the acetate frame, and does it become brittle over time with sun exposure?
- Acetate frames are generally durable and lightweight, but like all cellulose acetate, prolonged exposure to intense sunlight can potentially cause brittleness over many years. With normal use and storage in the included case, this is unlikely to be an issue, and the material is considered a high-quality choice for sunglasses.