Spitfire
Cut Forty Square Sunglasses
Cut Forty Square Sunglasses by London label Spitfire are lightweight cellulose acetate frames with anti-reflective, UV-protective smoke gray lenses. These square full-rim sunglasses feature a glossy black finish, silver rivet accents, and measure 60 mm eye width, 15 mm bridge, and 145 mm temples. Reddit reviews note they are affordable fashion sunglasses, so expectations should be set accordingly.
- Material
- cellulose acetate
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Square sunglasses from London label Spitfire with anti-reflective coating and UV protection in lightweight cellulose acetate.
Anti-reflective coating, UV protection, lightweight cellulose acetate frames.
- Material
- cellulose acetate
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Anti-reflective coating for reduced glare
- UV protection
- Lightweight construction
- Cellulose acetate frame material
- Square silhouette
- 60mm eye width
- 15mm bridge width
- 145mm temple length
Product Insights
The Cut Forty Square Sunglasses by Spitfire offer optical-grade hand-polished block acetate frames with double barrel hinges and Teflon-coated screws ensuring long-term stability and adjustability, while UV400 distortion-free lenses with anti-reflective coating provide clear vision and full UV protection, but the lack of polarization means horizontal glare reduction is omitted; the acetate frames mold to facial contours for comfort, yet the material warps above 60°C and reacts with perfumes, requiring storage in the included hard case and gentle cleaning; despite premium hardware typically found in higher-priced sunglasses, Spitfire’s brand perception as a cheap fashion brand creates a value gap, and the rigid hinges, though durable, lack self-adjusting flex; lens and frame colors vary, with the Chocolate/Espresso being darker and less saturated.
Verified claims
- Face sizing
- 60mm lens width and 15mm bridge fit medium to large faces without overhang.
- Hinge stability
- Double barrel hinges with Teflon-coated screws keep the fit stable over years.
- Anti-reflective coating
- Anti-reflective coating eliminates internal back-surface glare in daylight.
- UV protection
- UV400 protection blocks all UV up to 400 nm, confirming 100% UVA/UVB safety.
- Distortion-free
- Distortion-free lenses deliver edge-to-edge sharpness without waviness.
- Polarization
- Lenses are not polarized, omitting horizontal glare reduction for reflections.
- Build quality
- Optical-grade hand-polished block acetate with through-color and double barrel hinge.
- Fit and comfort
- Acetate frames mold to facial contours with body heat and distribute weight evenly.
- Maintenance
- Frame warps at >60°C and reacts with perfumes; the hard case prevents damage.
- Hardware durability
- Double barrel hinge and Teflon-coated screws resist loosening, corrosion, and ease adjustment.
- Value positioning
- Hardware usually found in premium sunglasses included at a mid-range price.
- Hinge tradeoff
- Hinges are rigid and lack the self-adjusting flex of spring hinges.
- Storage
- Store in the included hard case to avoid heat damage above 60°C.
- Cleaning
- Clean with mild soap and water to avoid damage from alcohol and hairspray.
- Hinges
- Double barrel hinges with Teflon screws are more durable than standard spring hinges.
- Frame quality
- Hand-polished cellulose acetate with full-depth color — scratches can be buffed out, extending its lifespan.
- Lenses
- UV400 distortion-free lenses without polarization.
- Brand perception
- Spitfire is viewed as a cheap fashion brand, creating a gap with the Cut Forty's premium specs.
- Shade difference
- Chocolate/Espresso frame is 16% darker and 39% less saturated than Brown.
Product record
- Title
- Cut Forty Square Sunglasses
- Brand
- Spitfire
- Price
- 120 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing pair of square sunglasses with a glossy black full-rim frame, dark gray/smoke lenses, and small rectangular silver rivets on the outer front corners.
- Overall orientationSunglasses shown front-facing, centered, resting on a flat surface with both temples slightly visible behind the lenses.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.36 · w 0.82 · h 0.28 (high) - Frame shapeThick full-rim square frame with slightly rounded inner corners and a subtle dip at the nose bridge.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.76 · h 0.22 (high) - Frame finish and material appearanceHigh-gloss black finish on the visible frame front and upper rim, showing specular highlights.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - LensesDark gray / smoke-tinted single-vision lenses with even tint and subtle reflections near the inner edges.
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.40 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.40 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Metal rivetsSmall horizontal rectangular silver rivet inset near the top outer corner of each front frame panel.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.37 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (high); x 0.88 · y 0.37 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (high) - Temple visibilityInterior faces of both temples are partially visible behind the lenses, appearing black with a faint textured pattern on the inner temple surfaces.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.42 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.69 · y 0.42 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a uniform light gray background with soft shadow beneath the sunglasses and even, diffuse lighting.
- Background and surfacePlain light gray background and flat surface with no props or packaging visible.
- ShadowSoft drop shadow directly beneath the frame, slightly separated under each lens area indicating a small elevation from the surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high) - LightingEven diffuse studio lighting with mild specular highlights on the upper frame edges.
Colors
gloss black· frame#0D0D0Esmoke gray· lenses#41464Bmetallic silver· rivet accents- Overall orientationSunglasses shown front-facing, centered, resting on a flat surface with both temples slightly visible behind the lenses.
- 02
Product
Glossy black square-frame sunglasses shown at a three-quarter angle with dark gray tinted rectangular lenses, thick temples, metal rivet accents, and a striped inner temple tip.
- Frame shapeFull-rim square/rectangular front with slightly rounded corners and a straight upper brow line; frame is relatively thick at the front and along the temples.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.36 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high) - Material and finishHigh-gloss rigid material (appears to be polished acetate or plastic) on the front and temples, producing specular highlights along edges.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.36 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high) - LensesDark gray tinted lenses with uniform tint and subtle reflections; lenses are inset flush with the frame bevel.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.49 · h 0.27 (high) - Rivet accentsSmall oval/square silver metal accent near the outer top corner of each front frame and pairs of small circular metal rivets on each temple hinge area.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.52 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.50 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high) - Temple constructionThick straight temples that taper slightly toward the curved tips; inner side of left temple is visible and shows recessed lettering and certification symbols.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high) - Inner temple tip patternInner surface of the right temple tip (visible in background) shows contrasting narrow diagonal stripes across the tip area.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.22 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high) - Inner temple text block“Short sequence of characters and conformity marks printed on the inner left temple.”Partial
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadows; three-quarter angled composition, even studio lighting, and a shallow shadow under the sunglasses.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter angled studio shot showing front and both temples; sunglasses placed on a flat surface casting a soft shadow to the lower right.
- Background and lightingUniform pale gray background with diffuse, even lighting and soft shadows; highlights on frame indicate overhead softboxes.
- Shadow detailSoft drop shadow appears beneath and to the right of the sunglasses following the product contour.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.62 · w 0.75 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
gloss black· frame and temples#141414dark gray· lenses#3B3B3Cpolished silver· metal rivet accentslight gray stripes· inner temple tip stripes#EEEEEE- Frame shapeFull-rim square/rectangular front with slightly rounded corners and a straight upper brow line; frame is relatively thick at the front and along the temples.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Spitfire
CUT FORTY BLACK / BLACK
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/sunglassesReddit has limited discussion on Spitfire sunglasses, with one user advising low expectations due to their cheap fashion positioning.
The sole comment expresses no strong opinion but warns to not expect high quality.
Themes
Use Cases
- Fashion accessory
Watch Out For
Source Threads
Spitfire sunglasses are cheap fashion items
I have no experience with them, but from looking at their site I would just say to set your expectations low. They're cheap/affordable fashion sunglasses which don't pretend to be anything more than that.
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