Paul Newman Sun (OV5581)
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Pros
- Beautiful dark amber smoke Japanese acetate frames
- Regal blue all-glass lenses with 100% UVA/UVB and AR coating
- Bold teardrop aviator shape based on 1963 Paul Newman photo
- P.L.N. initials etched on temple end caps — nice heritage touch
- Five-barrel hinges feel premium
- Portion of proceeds supports Newman's Own Foundation
- Reasonable pricing at $555 non-polarized ($619 polarized) for the materials
- Clean design with no gaudy logos
Cons
- Very heavy at 48g and extremely top-heavy — discomfort after a couple hours
- Average coverage from sun with big gaps
- Not available in alternative lens sizes (stuck at 57mm)
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