Are Oakleys made in Brazil?

All Oakley eyewear is designed and engineered in California and it has been that way since 1975.
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How can I tell if my Oakleys are fake?

Yes, all Oakley sunglasses have a serial number on the inner temple. The serial number should have 7 numbers or letters. Fake pairs usually feature a 3-digit number on the temple tips or temple.
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Do all Oakleys say Made in USA?

Oakleys are no longer exclusively made in the USA, so not having a “Made in USA" designation alone does not indicate the glasses are fakes. Though many Oakley products are no longer made in the USA, Oakley asserts that its products continue to meet the same rigorous and uncompromising standards for performance.
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Where do Oakley glasses come from?

Oakley, Inc., based in Lake Forest, California, operates as a subsidiary of EssilorLuxottica based in Paris.
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Which country brand is Oakley?

Oakley, Inc., based in Foothill Ranch, California, is a subsidiary of an Italian company that designs, develops and manufactures sports performance equipment and lifestyle pieces including sunglasses, sports visors, ski/snowboard goggles, watches, apparel, backpacks, shoes, optical frames, and other accessories.
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Is Ray-Ban owned by Oakley?

In addition to its 7,000 retail stores and its roughly 10 production facilities the company owns some of the brands it sells including Ray-Ban which it bought in 1999, Oakley which it bought in 2007, Vogue, Oliver Peoples, Persol, Alain Mikli, Arnette and REVO.
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Is Oakley a luxury brand?

As you might expect from a luxury brand, the price of Oakley sunglasses can run a little high. A good pair of Oakleys will typically set you back between 100 and 200 dollars. But if you're wondering if they're worth it, the answer is absolutely.
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Where are Oakleys made?

In addition to manufacturing at Oakley's interplanetary headquarters in Foothill Ranch, California, some eyewear components and finished products are also manufactured in facilities owned and operated by our parent company, Luxottica Group, or by select 3 supply partners around the world.
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How do I identify my Oakley sunglasses?

It's easy to tell which model of Oakley sunglasses you have!

Oakley uses both names and numbers to distinguish their different models. The names are more well-known to the general public and are often located on the inside arm of the sunglasses. The other information can be slightly hidden further down the temple arm.
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What do the numbers mean on Oakley sunglasses?

On the inside of the temple arm you will find the eye size — more commonly known as lens width. This number is followed by the Oakley icon and a second number, which is the bridge width. The third number (following the bridge width) is the temple length.
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What does P mean on Oakley sunglasses?

PRIZM™ is an Oakley lens technology designed to enhance color and contrast so you can see more detail.
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Why do Oakley lenses peel?

Its normal. Ive had a couple returned for warranty, and eventually they all end up like that. When I visited the oakley shop in London they said that the cause was due to sweat or water being left to dry on the lenses. They strip the coating when it evaporates.
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What is the most expensive pair of Oakley sunglasses?

The most expensive sunglasses in the Oakley line are not encrusted with diamonds and jewels. But at $4,000 for the shades, the Elite C Six model might as well be treated like gold. Released about a year ago, the extremely limited model is actually made of carbon fiber with a titanium spine.
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What is the difference between Oakley polarized and Prizm?

Some Oakley Prizm lenses, like Prizm Field Lenses, are polarized, meaning they include a filter to block glare from reflected light. Prizm lenses don't mean polarized—it's an entirely different lens technology. Whereas polarized lenses block glare from reflected light, Prizm lenses amplify what you're seeing.
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Are all Oakleys polarized?

Are All Oakley Prizm Lenses Polarized? On the other side of the Prizm vs polarized debate, Prizm lenses support your color vision on sunny days. Not all Oakley Prizm lenses are polarized because the main focus of these lenses is to enhance your color vision rather than to protect your eyes from glare.
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Can you bend Oakley frames?

You or we may adjust the arms of the sunglasses carefully, slowly and gently with your fingers or a pair of needle-nose pliers if necessary. You may also make make a small, corrective bend in one arm is also very important. The best solution is to go to an approved Oakley optical dealer to have them worked on.
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How can you tell if Oakley Flak 2.0 are fake?

Beware of an “O” on the Lens

But if the Oakley icon, either the rounded “O” or the square one is printed on the lens, they're big, fat fakes. Oakley doesn't put the icon on its standard non-prescription lenses, nor does it print on its lenses; any markings will be etched.
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Where are Ray-Bans made?

In 1999, Bausch & Lomb sold Ray-Ban to the Italian eyewear company Luxottica. Today, Ray-Bans are made in both Italy and China. When Luxottica started manufacturing Ray-Bans in 1999, they were made in Italy. Throughout the years, Luxottica has grown exponentially and opened factories outside its native country.
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Are Oakleys worth it?

Are Oakley sunglasses really worth it? Oakley sunglasses are worth it, though it depends on your budget and preferences. They offer a wide range of frame shapes, from classic to futuristic. Their lens technology can't be beaten for outdoor sports, but you don't have to be an athlete to make the most of them.
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Why is Oakley sunglasses so expensive?

The premium cost means Oakley can spend more time making sure they've produced quality, durable products than other companies. Both the frames and lenses are made to resist impacts, protecting your eyes from potentially dangerous material and helping them last even longer.
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Which is the best sunglasses brand in the world?

Top 20 Best Sunglasses Brands In The World
  • Ray-Ban.
  • American Optical.
  • Oakley, Inc.
  • Maui Jim.
  • Persol.
  • Oliver Peoples.
  • Mykita.
  • Tom Ford.
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Are Ray-Bans Made in Brazil?

Just a few months after the purchase, the company started the production of proprietary brands in Campinas: Vogue Eyewear, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Arnette. These "made in Brazil" collections are designed and created for the local market, with the extremely high quality that distinguishes all the Group's products.
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What sunglasses are better than Oakley?

The Best Sunglasses Brands Are Always and Forever In Style
  • Ray-Ban. Ray-Ban's eyewear pedigree speaks for itself. ...
  • Persol. ...
  • Oakley. ...
  • Carrera. ...
  • Oliver Peoples. ...
  • Moscot. ...
  • Warby Parker. ...
  • Randolph Engineering.
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