Persol Replacement Lenses
260 frame models · Crafted in Italy · 60-day perfect-fit guarantee
Founded in Turin in 1917 by Giuseppe Ratti, Persol is one of Italy’s oldest eyewear houses, originally crafting protective goggles for pilots and racing drivers. The brand is recognized for its Meflecto flexible stem system, the arrow-shaped Supreme hinge, and the timeless aesthetic of frames like the 649 (worn by Marcello Mastroianni) and the 714 folding model (favored by Steve McQueen).Persol lenses through official replacement channels are costly and limited in availability. Our compatible lenses for Persol 649, 714, 3019S, 0714SM, and other classic models match the original lens geometry with options for polarized, mirrored, and photochromic adaptation — extending the life of these heritage frames.
Got your Persol model code?
e.g. PO0714, PO3019, PO649
Which color, for what light?
Every Persol frame is available in our full range of polycarbonate replacement lenses. Find the right tint for how you actually use them.
Filter categories follow EN ISO 12312-1, based on visible light transmission. Most tints are Category 3. Clear and Blast Yellow are Category 0, for indoor and low-light use. Photochromic shifts with UV exposure, from Category 1 in its clear state to Category 2 when fully dark. We sell no Category 4 lens; note that Category 3 tints are not suitable for driving at night. Shatter-resistant polycarbonate, anti-reflective and oleophobic coatings included. Full technical specs on each product page.
Why The Lens King for your Persol
Persol means Turin, 1917, Giuseppe Ratti optical workshop. Meflecto stainless flex hinges, hand-finished acetate, the iconic supreme arrow temple. Persol frames are made to outlast their lenses by decades — exactly the case for replacement.
Our Persol-compatible lenses match the original Italian optical standard: polycarbonate, Persol-signature color profiles (Crystal Brown, Crystal Green, Crystal Blue), polarized and photochromic options. Anti-reflective coating on both faces, optical category 2–3, hand-polished edge.
Covers PO0714 Steve McQueen, PO3019, PO649, PO714 folding, and 50+ contemporary Persol references including the Officina archive reissues.
Choose your frame
260 Persol models available. Filter to find yours.
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Your Persol isn't in our catalog?
We custom-cut replacement lenses from your original frame. Send it to our workshop in Formia (Italy), we measure with our MEI optical equipment, and ship back the lenses crafted to ±0.1mm tolerance — same precision as factory.
Not sure where to start?
How do I pick the right lens color for my use?
Match the lens to the activity, not the look. Bright sun, beach, snow: dark tints VLT 10–14% (Gray Green, Volcanic Black, mirrored lenses). Variable conditions, driving: brown or photochromic. Overcast, low light, dawn/dusk: yellow or clear VLT 60%+. All-day everyday: Gray Green polarized is the safest bet — neutral colors, glare cut, works in 90% of situations.
Polarized vs Non-Polarized — which one for me?
Get polarized if you drive a lot, spend time near water (beach, fishing, boating), or struggle with road glare. Polarized lenses cut reflected glare from horizontal surfaces. Skip polarized if you fly small aircraft (cockpit screens go black), ski (icy patches become invisible), or use digital screens outdoors (LCD displays become unreadable). For walking around, casual wear, sport: either works.
How do I find my Persol model code?
The model code is printed inside the temple arm — usually the left arm, near the hinge or further down towards the ear. Hold the frame open, look at the inner surface of the arm against a light source. You'll see a code like OO9102-01 or RB3025 002/58. The letters/numbers before the dash are the model; what comes after is color and size variants. We match the model code — the variants don't affect lens fit.
Will TLK lenses fit my original Persol frame?
Yes, with our 60-day perfect-fit guarantee. Each lens is precision-cut on MEI optical machinery to match the original frame shape, base curve, lens material thickness, and edge profile. We test fit before shipping. If your specific unit was made in an unusual year or modified, send us a photo — we'll confirm compatibility before you order. No-fit happens in less than 1% of orders, and we refund or remake those at no cost.
My Persol model isn't in your catalog — what now?
Use our Custom Cut service. Send your frame to our workshop, we measure it on our optical equipment, custom-cut the lenses to exact spec, and ship the whole package back within 5 working days. Same precision as our catalog lenses, same 60-day guarantee. Cost: from €49 depending on lens type.
How fast does shipping take to my country?
Shipping from our workshop in Formia, Italy: Italy 1–2 working days. EU (Germany, France, Spain, Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, Portugal, Czech Rep, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, Greece) 2–4 working days. UK & Switzerland 3–5 working days (customs handled by us). Free EU shipping on orders over €50. Tracking number provided immediately after dispatch.
