description Carrera 1001/S Overview
The Carrera 1001/S is a vintage-style sunglasses model produced by Carrera, an Austrian eyewear brand established in 1956 and currently owned by the Italian company Safilo. The design features an oversized, slightly curved square frame and a prominent double bridge, reflecting the aesthetic of mid-20th-century fashion. Constructed from durable acetate or metal materials depending on the iteration, these sunglasses are marketed toward consumers seeking a retro sporty appearance with modern optical lenses.
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What shape and measurements does the Carrera 1001/S have?
Carrera describes the 1001/S as an oversized square navigator-style frame. The listed measurements are 62 mm lenses, an 11 mm bridge, and 140 mm temples.
Are Carrera 1001/S lenses polarized?
The standard official listing uses dark gray gradient non-polarized lenses. Custom polarized versions are also sold by some optical retailers, so the exact SKU should be checked before purchase.
Can Carrera 1001/S sunglasses take prescription lenses?
The official product listing marks the 1001/S as RX-able, meaning it can be fitted with prescription lenses by an optician. The listed package also includes a Carrera storage case.
When was Carrera eyewear founded, and who owns the brand?
Carrera traces its origins to Austria in 1956, when Wilhelm Anger renamed his eyewear company after the Carrera Panamericana race. Safilo acquired Carrera in 1996 and now manages the brand.
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