Persol PO0649 wins — The Persol PO0649 wins on premium build quality and timeless design, with its crystal glass lenses offering superior cla…
Scores: Persol PO0649 7.5/10 · Smith Optics Pivlock Arena 2 7/10
The Persol PO0649 wins on premium build quality and timeless design, with its crystal glass lenses offering superior clarity (Consumer Reports) and a flexible Meflecto hinge that reduces nose pressure (Persol spec sheet). The Smith Optics Pivlock Arena 2 excels in functional versatility, providing interchangeable polarized lenses and a lightweight frame ideal for sport (RTINGS, Wirecutter). For...
| Persol PO0649 | Smith Optics Pivlock Arena 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Frame Material | Acetate | Polycarbonate |
| Lens Material | Crystal glass | — |
| UV Protection | 100% UV protection (per Consumer Reports) | UV400 (per RTINGS) |
| Lens Width | 55 mm (per Persol spec sheet) | — |
| Lens Type | — | Polarized interchangeable lenses |
| Weight | — | ≈30 g (per Wirecutter) |
Our pick: Persol PO0649.