Ray-Ban Model & Colour Code Guide
Decode every RB number, colour slash, and fit suffix like a true insider.
What the hell does RB2132 901/58F even mean?
If you’ve ever squinted at the inside of a Ray-Ban arm and felt like you were reading machine code, you’re not alone. Model numbers, lens codes, fit suffixes — it’s a beautiful mess of letters and numbers that actually does make sense… once you crack the logic.
This is your decoder ring.
From the iconic classics to modern hybrids, every pair of Ray-Bans carries a code that tells its full story: frame style, lens type, fit variation, and more. We’re diving deep into the Luxottica-era system to explain what each piece of the puzzle means — so you can read any Ray-Ban like a pro, spot rare editions, and flex a little eyewear fluency the next time someone asks, “Wait, which ones are those?”
The Model Number: Ray-Ban’s DNA
Every Ray-Ban frame starts with a model code — usually something like RB2140 or RX3447.
Here's how it breaks down:
- RB = Ray-Ban Sunglasses
- RX = Ray-Ban Optical (prescription frames)
- RJ/RY = Junior/Kids’ versions
The four-digit number that follows is the style ID. Lower numbers are typically heritage pieces (like the Aviator or Wayfarer). Higher numbers are newer or niche styles.
Examples:
- RB2140 = Original Wayfarer
- RB3025 = Aviator
- RB3447 = Round Metal
- RB3548 = Hexagonal Flat Lens
It’s less a perfect sequence and more a family tree — each number spawns dozens of variants, each with its own vibe.
What Do The letters Mean?
After the model code, some Ray-Bans add a letter suffix like ‘F’ or ‘N’. These are crucial:
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F = Asian Fit / Low Bridge Fit
Designed for lower nose bridges and higher cheekbones, these have deeper nose pads or adjusted curves.
Example: RB2140F = Low bridge version of the Wayfarer. -
N = New Lens or Flat Lens
Usually marks a flat lens variant or a modernised silhouette.
Example: RB3548N = Flat-lens hexagonal metal.
Other suffixes you might spot:
- CH = Chromance lens
- L / S = Large or Small fit
- M = Mirror lens edition
Not just alphabet soup — these codes are the difference between a good fit and a great one.
Colour Code Breakdown
The colour code — like 901/58 — tells you two things:
- The frame colour (before the slash)
- The lens type (after the slash)
There are two systems in use:
- Legacy Codes like W0365 or L0205 (used in older or reissue models)
- Modern Codes like 710/51 or 112/19
Examples:
- 901 = Black frame
- /58 = Polarised G-15 lens
- /3F = Gradient Blue
- /19 = Silver Flash Mirror
Put together, 112/19 = Matte Gold with Silver Flash lenses. That’s a flex.
Most Common Frame & Lens Combos
Here's your cheat sheet for some of the most iconic Ray-Ban combinations:
- W0365 – Black / G-15 Green (Original Wayfarer)
- L0205 – Gold / G-15 Green (Aviator classic)
- 901/58 – Black / Polarised G-15
- 902/57 – Tortoise / Polarised Brown
- 710/51 – Havana / Brown Gradient
- 112/19 – Matte Gold / Silver Flash Mirror
- 601/71 – Matte Black / Classic Green
- 9A – Polarised Brown (Chromance)
These combos have stood the test of time — and look just as sharp today.
What Do Those Ray-Ban Numbers Actually Mean?
Wondering what RB3025 112/19 or RB2140F means? Here’s your decoder ring — a no-nonsense guide to frame codes, colourways, suffixes and lens styles.
| Code | Frame Description | Lens Description |
|---|---|---|
| W0365 | Black (Classic Wayfarer) | G-15 Green |
| L0205 | Gold (Classic Aviator) | G-15 Green |
| L2823 | Black | G-15 Green |
| W3234 | Tortoise Shell | B-15 Brown |
| 901 | Black | G-15 Green |
| 901/58 | Black | Polarized G-15 |
| 902 | Tortoise | B-15 Brown |
| 902/57 | Tortoise | Polarized B-15 |
| 112/19 | Matte Gold | Silver Flash Mirror |
| 601 | Matte Black | G-15 Green |
| 601/71 | Matte Black | Classic Green |
| 601/58 | Matte Black | Polarized Green |
| 629 | Gunmetal | G-15 Green |
| 710 | Havana | B-15 Brown |
| 710/51 | Havana | Brown Gradient |
| 8234 | Matte Black | Clear |
| 9202 | Matte Havana | Brown |
| 9202/6B | Matte Havana | Gradient Blue |
| 3N | — | Grey Gradient |
| 58 | — | Polarized G-15 |
| 71 | — | Classic Green |
| 13 | — | Brown Gradient |
| 3F | — | Gradient Blue |
| 8G | — | Gradient Grey |
| 4B | — | Blue Mirror |
| 19 | — | Silver Mirror |
| 9A | — | Polarized Brown (Chromance) |
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