Persol 649 Original vs Vuarnet Legend 02
Persol 649 Original ($320) vs Vuarnet Legend 02 ($380) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sunglasses.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Persol 649 Original | Vuarnet Legend 02 |
|---|
| Price | $320 | $380 |
| Weight | 30g | 40g |
| Frame | Acetate + ground cotton | Acetate |
| Hinge | Supreme Arrow Meflecto | — |
| Origin | Agordo, Italy | France |
| Lens | Crystal or polycarbonate | Mineral |
| UV | 100% UV400 | — |
| Heritage | Since 1957 | — |
| Weight | — | 40g |
Pros & Cons
Persol 649 Original
- Italian acetate masterpiece
- Meflecto temples reduce fatigue
- Supreme Arrow hinge trademark
- Proven since 1957
- Cotton + acetate lightweight
- $320 premium
- Keyhole bridge polarizing fit
- Dark lenses limited indoors
Vuarnet Legend 02
- Mineral lenses
- French craftsmanship
- Historic brand
- Expensive
- Heavy lenses
Persol 649 Original is the better value at $320. Both are part of our curated sunglasses index — tap through to check current pricing.