They can be pricey and sometimes hard to get but with the right tools, the lenses can be easily changed if you have multiple lenses. It's a timeless brand that can move with the trends. This is why I invested and wear Custom Cartier Frames and Lenses. What do you wear? 💪
Thanks for great video Bro! After wearing Cartier C Decor woods nothing compared with it! I have two pairs rimless woods one with engraved C and flat ones, one need restoration the layer of lack is some places off, because I used aggressive dish washing soap, better not to do it with it, that’s an idea for you to tell people how to wash them properly without damaging lack and layers on lenses!🙌🙏 And Norbert Two is Japan Brand MATSUDA, great quality, one of the best, specialty titanium frames 😎 Cheers Brother and keep rocking 😃🤙
@@BlackCurrent68 thanks and thanks for the tips! Nice, I may have to check those out. Woods are my personal favorite. They just have a nice touch of style and elegance to them. 💪
In my opinion it adds a nice touch. It’s not necessary but it is nice. The only thing is where ever you get it from see their examples first. I got some done from a place that always looked good (thin and engraved deep) but the last time it was fatter, smudgier and not deep enough at all. So much so that the gold they added rubbed right off with my finger smh. They usually charge around $150 for that so if the budget is tight I’d probably skip it. You can also get anything engraved up to a certain amount of letters but again, they will charge for that. Hope that helps! 💪
Whats good bro! I finally got my prescription Cartiers in after a little over a month and I can easily say it was well worth the wait. They look clean, and you can feel the very high quality difference compared to other glasses. The only thing I wasn’t able to do through my authorized dealer was get the “Cartier” logo engraved into my lens however I’ve already located a place that can do it for me. I also plan on getting some nice diamond cut lenses in the future but they came out tough for now. I appreciate all the tips, definitely learned a few things. 💪🏻
I go to Omnivision in Philadelphia for my Cartiers. They are the best but the prices are ridiculous! I got a pair of c decors made from black acetate and platinum. The glasses were $1145 but with my custom prescription lenses, custom tint plus I got my name engraved in them cost me around $2200.
Yea someone else on here said they were charged 1200 just for their prescriptions smh. That’s too much. If omnivision is an authorized dealer they are making most of their profit from those “custom” lenses and with custom they can put any price on it they choose. To put it in perspective, usually prescription lenses for most glasses only run in the low few hundreds so you know they are taxing lol. I guess at the end if you really like your end result oh well but if you want multiple lenses or are doing this for multiple frames that can get super costly. If you ever buy frames from a jeweler your already paying over retail too 💪
@@Jsean Omnivision is one of 3 authorized dealers for Cartier Eyewear in the Philadelphia area. I do feel like the prices are ridiculous but they do the best custom work and they have the best opticians in the city.
@@BrandenJerrell yea I can dig it. As long as they did it right and your satisfied. My first experience was being over charged and finding out later and not even being fully satisfied. That’s why I moved to authorized dealers. Definitely a horrible feeling spending that much and not feeling like it was worth it. Glad yours came out how you wanted! 💪
How can I turn carriers into prescription glasses? LensCrafters and other places wouldn’t touch them at all for me 🤦🏽♂️ is there a place you recommend?
Morgenthal Frederics is a place in DC, NY and I believe Detroit. They can do it. They did my prescription. Lens crafters are more of a generic place to me and as far as I’ve ever seen don’t even sell Cartiers. Also, Id first google Cartier authorized dealers near me and see if any eyewear place pops up. If there is one somewhat close bring it to them because they actually sell them. Hope that helps. 💪
the optical version of Cartier glasses you dont need to bend the hinges. usually the sunglasses version have the curved lens which lead the hinges needing to be bent if you switch the lens to prescription or regular flat lenses.
What you are referring to in terms of “the curves” on the fixtures is the difference between sunglass fixtures and optical fixtures. I personally say never bend them but to each their own.
I agree but I had to have it done for some of these. They needed to be bent in order to put flatter fitting lenses on whether sunglasses or optical lenses. Some naturally come with more of a curved lens and the only way to fit different shapes is having to bend the sticks. They have a tool for it and it’s common with glasses. The tool they use for the Cartiers look like pliers with these plastic tips that grab the metal parts of the sticks and then bend/pry them to fit properly.
@@Jsean Lol i know how they do it. I buy my Cartiers from Optica in Troy, MI which is a licensed Cartier dealer. When you bend sunglass fixtures down it doesn’t look flush the way a stock optical fixture does. It’s not all the same depending on who does it but most the time it’s a sharp bend that anyone that knows Cartiers would easily differentiate. I personally think it looks cheap but like I said, to each their own.
Thanks, I appreciate that! Are you referring to the more Squarish lenses? This is the thing with these. Most factory lenses are sort of ugly. Factory clear lenses for prescriptions are usually very small and either squarish or circular. ANY lens you have seen on no matter which model can be made for the frames you like. The only thing that may play a part is the curvature that may or may not be needed to adapt to the natural curve of the sticks or other hardware if that makes sense. Even with that sometimes they will even bend them a little to adjust to the shape. Hope that helps! 💪
bro just starting to think my eyes getting bad from looking at screens all the time so i been researching frames, lenses etc. Cartier is def at the top of my list as a couple of others lessor known high end brands as I do like to keep things kind of low key. Anyway appreciate you sharing yo knowledge bro. Yo frames look fi ❤🔥 oh yeah if i have any questions i'll definitely be reaching out.
Im glad you like your frames regardless! I would imagine they could because some lens shapes are sort of starting points while some can be made from scratch measurements etc. I’d bring them into an eyewear place and see what they can do. I don’t see why not because once they start customizing those lenses they are not even manufactured from cartier anyways and they still can measure them to fit. Hope that was helpful and good luck with everything. Stop back by if you get it done. 💪
There are a pair of Cartier rimless sunglass frames I am thinking of purchasing tomorrow. They are in gold and the tip that holds the arm and screws into the lens is the spotted panther - $1495 Cartier de Panthere. I wish they were in silver. I'm just not sure if the panther will look gaudy. Would you get the Panther frames?
This is an awesome video…What about purchasing Cartier frames from online retailer…Cettire to be exact, and then changing the lenses to my prescription? I’ve never worn eyeglasses and since I will prolly be wearing them, I want a nice pair.
I’m not familiar with Cettire but they may even offer prescriptions if you have that info. If Cettite is an actual eyeglass eyewear spot they should be able to do that. I got mine from an authorized Cartier eyewear dealer but my first few were pre customized from a jeweler. They couldn’t give me the prescriptions but the eyewear place could. I even gave them my specific details to get the lenses customized completely to how I asked for them. 💪
I ordered some prescription cartiers and the dealer told me just come back to him if I ever have a loose screw or something bc cartier only use 12k gold screws bc silver would damage the frames
I’m not sure but for sure id only put in the screws from a dealer. The only thing is if you get custom lenses they usually cut the screws to fit the thickness for them so it’s good to just keep a set for each lenses you rotate through if possible. I have tons of screws now just in case. Hope you like your frames! 💪
Thanks! I don’t have any vintage frames per say but some frames like the buffs released a newer model that some like and don’t like so maybe over time the originals may be looked at as “vintage” at some point if they stop producing the original styles 💪
Nice 👍, yea I actually like my woods better than my buffs. Something about them just look more elegant to me but my woods are not bust down either. My buffs also have white hardware too so that could be why they don’t stick out as much. I have the little C’s red plastic sticks that are bust down but they are still very subtle because the stones are mounted directly on the factory pieces not separated ones that they weld on. Those tend to be a lot more flashy because it makes it stand out quite a bit and makes it more bulky in those areas. 💪
Honestly I’m not sure if the percentage I just know when I had them made I ask to be able to see through them and for people to be able to see my eyes because I want to wear them in the day or even the night without looking like I have some crazy dark glasses on. Mine are pretty light overall where some people even think my tinted ones are prescriptions. Hope that’s helps in any way. 💪
Thanks, I appreciate that! You can put custom lenses on there. They will have them fitted for the proper holes and curvature of the frames etc. Hope that helps! 💪
@@alinecimoglu no problem! So depending on the legs/sticks piece that connects to the lens itself. The are all sort of bent in a certain angle and sometimes the lens has to have a certain curve in order to sit properly. For example one of my lenses had holes that lined up to attached to the nose bridge and side pieces but when it was all assembled the sides were flared out really ridiculous wide before even putting them on. If the lens was more curved it would compensate for that. If you look at the lens from the side you will see how some curve a little or if you lay the lens itself on a table some will lay flat while some have a slight curve so they won’t. Idk if that makes sense? Let me know 💪
@@alinecimoglu for example my buffs fit very similar to my woods. They have the same areas or dimensions to where the holes seem to match up good enough to swap lenses in between. if you look they are very similar if not the same style minus the wood and buffalo horn materials so If I took a totally different style frame and tried to swap lenses more than likely it won’t fit correctly or line up with the holes correctly if that makes sense. Or it may Line up at the nose bridge and not the side pieces or vice versa
If you buy them for an eyewear authorized dealer which I got most of mine they can have them sent off to get made. Usually akes about a few weeks. If you already have your frames you should be able to go to your local eyewear place and do the same. I would personally rather go somewhere that sells Cartiers though so they would be familiar with how to handle the frames etc. That’s just my preference. Hope that helps! 💪
"anything that you see without frames around the actual lenses itself, they're actually cartier frames" - Jsean. Now any rimless frames are Cartier frames!!!!!!!! xD
Appreciate you puttin’ us on with game. I’m lookin’ to buy my very first pair of buffs. I found a pair but they say sunglasses and I didn’t know you can get custom lenses made for them. I’m excited now haha. I have a wide face so it’s hard finding a pair of frames that match. I’m assuming you can make the lenses wider going this route? Once again, I greatly appreciate you making this vid.
No problem and yea you can do that for sure! I have wide temples too. The only thing you gotta watch for is if the lenses are very transparent keep an eye on where your actual eyes sit in the lenses. Because some of my lenses are more transparent you can see how my eyes are sitting more towards the inner part of the lens but if you do that too much it can make you look cross eyed. I was told this but then one day I actually understand after looking at myself with one of my frames on. Another thing is some glasses have bigger or smaller nose bridges. That can compensate for that as well. If you go for larger lenses top and bottom length I’d recommend not letting it cover your eyebrows. You may think it looks right at the moment but you may notice they don’t fit well later. I have gone through this by getting larger lenses before to help with the same problem you got. Hope that helps! 💪
Aye Brodie I’m really looking to buy some prescriptions Cartier frames but I don’t know where to buy them from. Do you know any legit sites that don’t sell knock offs. I also have a question what do you recommend should I buy the the frames normal and get them prescribed personally in a lab? I’ll appreciate if you respond back much love💯
Morganthal Frederick is an authorized Cartier dealer. They have locations in NY, CT and DC. They can do prescriptions and also custom lenses etc. if you want local, google authorized Cartier dealer near you and see if something pops up. The place I showed you can make your prescriptions with your eye exam info etc. most places who are authorized Cartier dealers are all starting to offer some sort of customized options now. They usually outsource tinted lenses but say you get a pair and the clear demo lenses that come with it is what you would be okay with. Any glass place that does prescriptions would be able to take those factory demo lenses and duplicate them with a clear prescription. For me, I have wider temples so a lot of the demo lenses that come with these frames are a bit too small for me so I’ve always had to get them customized, even the clear lenses. Hope that helps and hope that makes sense! Do you know which frames you are interested in??
Hi @jsean Which metal hardware does cartier use in their Acetate frames? Even panthers? which retail at around 1000Dollars? they just mention metal, no titanium, no platinum? Only solid gold ones are mentioned, I would really like to know before putting my buck on one! No where I could find an answer to that, I was told they use platinum!
As far as I know it’s just gold colored hardware. Only some are using platinum and gold plating but I believe that is for the Buffalo horns at least for some of them if I am not mistaken. Hope that helps! 💪
Yea, buffs are supposed to come with them. If you go to a decent eyewear place that sells other brand Buffalo horn frames they may have some of that available. Hope that helps! 💪
They are engraved. If you go to a place and change the lenses they also offer to get it engraved for a factory look with the same font for a cost though. You can even have something else written instead
It could be either or. Typically they come with rubber caps but they usually get swapped out when custom lenses are added. Authorized Cartier dealers have cases of extra parts/pieces like those. They end up snipping the extra length of the screw and add the metal cap to work with the thickness of the custom lenses for a clean look. Hope that helps 💪
I bought my kit on my own from Amazon. It’s super cheap. Jewelers who sell custom Cartiers will usually have access to custom lenses even if you didn’t get your frames from them. In my experience they order a certain style in bulk where as I got some of my recents from an authorized Cartier dealer who also deals with customized lenses. They will sell some with the customized lenses or like with me I ordered a few lenses 100% original to my measurements and color or clear that I picked from scratched. Hope that helps. 💪
I’d first google authorized Cartier frame dealers in your local area first. Most jewelers tax a lot more while authorized dealers typically stay at or closer to retail
Go to Cartier website or google authorized Cartier dealer near you and get them there to make sure they are legitimate and so you can try what they have on in person. Hope that helps! 💪
I’m in the process of buying a pair of Cartier frames but every place that I’ve tried to purchase them they stated that it’s $500 just to get the lens with a Cartier engraved,is that true?
Hello, as long as you get them from an authorized dealer they will have the “demo” lenses replicated with a prescription or offer custom lens shape etc options with the Cartier inscription on them for additional fees. Google authorized Cartier for glasses in your area. Hope that helps! 💪
@@Jsean Hey bro when I ordered my Cartiers I selected to have my prescription put on them and it didn’t mention anything about the engraving, will it come like that automatically or should I email them and ask for the engraving to be done? And will the original lens (non prescription lens) come with them or will only the “aftermarket” prescription ones come with it? Thanks 🙏🏻
You usually have to ask for it as they up charge for it at least the authorized dealers that I’ve been too. The thing is it’s cuz it’s optional as some may not like it and to be honest you can get any word engraved there. The demo lenses that come with it are engraved with a logo usually on the bottom corner of one lens. It screams demo and fake prescriptions to me so I wouldn’t wear it like that personally. It will even have a number if I remember correctly. Some of my engravings are even etched in gold if you like that. Hope that helps! 💪
Any of the wires are usually cheaper. The Big C’s, my santos (gold) ones in here, little c’s and any of the ones with the plastic like frames are on the lower end. Those all retail at about $1000 and go up. Some of the real issue is getting them for retail. Only way is to find an eyewear location that is an authorized seller of Cartier. They are even starting to sell customized lenses etc and outsource those lenses. Oh but yea the Big C’s can be customized. I have those too. I got rid of them but still have one pair left and they have red lenses in them. If you scroll through my videos and look at the thumbnails you will see me wearing them. I only wore them in one video. I have a Burberry vest on I think in the thumbnail. Hope that Helps! 💪
Otticannet figure out your size of glasses they got all kinds of models available it comes with everything box and papers and they usually got the best prices on the net with a bonus of 15% off when u order
hey had a question on these. so I've had glasses all my life and I'm use to going into a place like lens crafters and just taking my prescription and buying glasses there on the spot. I'm in California about an hour from any authorized dealers and don't wanna drive out for the glasses, so i was wondering if I'm supposed to order the frames i want online then take them to a local place and get them prescription ? or what? not sure if it makes any sense sorry in advance.
This is what I’m doing. There are no dealers around that carry buffs where I live. I’m going to buy online and see if I can get custom lenses made here in my area.
hey bro i’m thinking of getting a pair of big Cs and i was going to buy them online then go to a authorized carrier dealer to buy the frames. what do u think abt that?
Get them from an authorized Cartier eyewear dealer. They will outsource them for you. You can get them customized etc. google authorized Cartier eyewear near you to see what pops up. If you go to certain local jewelers they may have some that they ordered somewhere but you’ll have to take what they have. I’ve had some bad experiences going that route as far as the fitment etc goes. Hope that helps! 💪
Usually prescriptions can be a few hundred on up depending on coatings or if you get the Cartier font engraved on them etc. usually the prescriptions are outsourced by a lab not Cartier themselves. Hope that helps! 💪
@@Jsean word ! Thank you ! I feel like I got robbed at a store here in LA they got me for 1200$ for the prescription lenses. I put down $400 but called another authorized seller n they said they cost $650 with the engravings n all that ! I’m bout to go get my money n frames back From the other store
@@oskr05k 1200 wtf yea that’s crazy. Most I paid was about 400-600 for my lenses. Some places will try to play it off like Cartier will actually do it too but they don’t.
Out here they charge about $150 for the engraving and about a few hundred on beveled edges etc. at the end of the day they outsource it so it’s way cheaper than that cuz they are trying to make money off of that service too. I believe a lot of jewelers gets their tinted lenses from overseas etc. and they do it in bulk so it’s not customized to your exact likings. I will say getting them from an authorized dealer vs a jeweler is that you can customize it 100% and they will sit on the frames more naturally too. All my non prescription lenses I ever got from my jeweler all tilt very hard. It is a little awkward and un natural looking to me.
Well anything with a gold finish can sort of wear down etc especially from the oils and lotions from our skin etc. just try to wipe them down after use every once in awhile. For me, I have not seen any wear and I don’t even wipe mine down or even maintain my buffs or woods. Hope that helps. 💪
@@Jsean I appreciate the response homie. Last question: Do u need to buy Cartier eyewear instead of Cartier sunglasses if u want to have custom/prescription lenses? Or can u buy the sunglasses and still replace the lenses with prescription ones? Hope my question made sense
@@FrankieFigz86 no problem! You can buy sunglasses or not and it will work. That’s what’s cool to me about it all. Even if you get trendy sunglass lens and want to change it later you can. That’s what makes the frames timeless to me. 💪
I've ordered some Cartier wood's with prescription sunglass lenses, i was told that the custom lenses wont have the cartier engraving on them. Is this normal? Also what style lenses are in your buffs? They look great.
Custom lenses are not supposed to have the logo on it. But if you wanna pose you Can Ask that they put it back but custom lenses as standard will never Come with cartier on it like Factory specs
Sorry I’m just seeing this. It’s only because of wherever they get the lenses made don’t offer that. It’s just an option that some places have. Some put Cartier in their font, some even put a huge logo or you can even put your own custom word. They just have to offer it in the first place. It’s around a few hundred to add it and they do it by the letter count if i remember. Rip off but some like it. Its not necessary but I prefer it.
Hey what’s up! Not exactly sure but I can try to measure them in a rough way for you so you at least have an idea. If I take too long to respond with that info like a few days go by hit me back on here. I’m not near any of that stuff right now so I can’t do it at them moment. 💪
I don’t have the measurements exactly but the prescriptions lenses I’m wearing were copied exactly from my factory Santos frames so they are more of a rectangular lens. Hope that helps. 💪
I can dig it. Everyone will have their own reasons and appreciation. Even if you take Jordan’s, for some it symbolizes what they could never afford until now or a form of status while some just buy it cuz they like the shoe. I like what I like but appreciate things on a different level when it has personal meaning to me. Unfortunately, I have no history or story behind me buying Cartiers like you may have in Detroit but I am a fan of the brand on some level for quite some time. What I don’t like is too many off brands imitating the look of them now though. 💪
If you’re referring to my clear lenses it’s because they are prescription’s. I do have a few tinted lenses for them though. I switch them out so often because I have a few frames that also have Prescription lenses so I’m always with at least one pair with clears on.
@@b2bt696 never really thought to do that honestly. May consider that. I know some people do the transitions but if they can do it with the gradient I’d probably do that but with a different lens shape. 💪
@@Jsean definitely. My optician added a 25% gradient tint in brown to my rose gold frames and added depth to the lenses. If you're going to rock Cartier glasses make them totally bespoke!
They can be pricey and sometimes hard to get but with the right tools, the lenses can be easily changed if you have multiple lenses. It's a timeless brand that can move with the trends. This is why I invested and wear Custom Cartier Frames and Lenses. What do you wear? 💪
what size do you recommend? Is 40 too small?
Please where can I get custom lenses with the Cartier inscription?
Thanks for great video Bro! After wearing Cartier C Decor woods nothing compared with it! I have two pairs rimless woods one with engraved C and flat ones, one need restoration the layer of lack is some places off, because I used aggressive dish washing soap, better not to do it with it, that’s an idea for you to tell people how to wash them properly without damaging lack and layers on lenses!🙌🙏 And Norbert Two is Japan Brand MATSUDA, great quality, one of the best, specialty titanium frames 😎 Cheers Brother and keep rocking 😃🤙
@@BlackCurrent68 thanks and thanks for the tips! Nice, I may have to check those out. Woods are my personal favorite. They just have a nice touch of style and elegance to them. 💪
Your so fkin annoying can’t stand a squeaker😂
I 💯% agree with your point to why you prefer clear transparent lenses over dark tinted lenses. I feel the same way. Great vid 👍🏽
Thank you! Appreciate the comment. 💪
Opinion on getting “Cartier” engraved on the Lenses for prescription glasses ? I see you have both.
In my opinion it adds a nice touch. It’s not necessary but it is nice. The only thing is where ever you get it from see their examples first. I got some done from a place that always looked good (thin and engraved deep) but the last time it was fatter, smudgier and not deep enough at all. So much so that the gold they added rubbed right off with my finger smh. They usually charge around $150 for that so if the budget is tight I’d probably skip it. You can also get anything engraved up to a certain amount of letters but again, they will charge for that. Hope that helps! 💪
thank you for this, tryna get my prescription lenses on these buffs 💪🏾
No problem, glad it was helpful! 💪
Whats good bro! I finally got my prescription Cartiers in after a little over a month and I can easily say it was well worth the wait. They look clean, and you can feel the very high quality difference compared to other glasses. The only thing I wasn’t able to do through my authorized dealer was get the “Cartier” logo engraved into my lens however I’ve already located a place that can do it for me. I also plan on getting some nice diamond cut lenses in the future but they came out tough for now. I appreciate all the tips, definitely learned a few things. 💪🏻
Sheesh, and here I thought I was doing too much with my eyeglass frames 😂 those two was super clean tho
lol, you can never do too much 😆. Jk, but i Appreciate it! 💪
That white stipe give them that natural horn look embrace it bro
That’s definitely true! Never even looked at it that way. I looked at it more like a flaw but your right about that. Appreciate the comment! 💪
Y’all see how he got serial numbers instead of words on the engraving (inner arms) lol make sure y’all buying the real deal like this guy
How are you not gonna try them on bro Cmon crazy work
😔 my bad. Next time 💪
I go to Omnivision in Philadelphia for my Cartiers. They are the best but the prices are ridiculous! I got a pair of c decors made from black acetate and platinum. The glasses were $1145 but with my custom prescription lenses, custom tint plus I got my name engraved in them cost me around $2200.
Yea someone else on here said they were charged 1200 just for their prescriptions smh. That’s too much. If omnivision is an authorized dealer they are making most of their profit from those “custom” lenses and with custom they can put any price on it they choose. To put it in perspective, usually prescription lenses for most glasses only run in the low few hundreds so you know they are taxing lol. I guess at the end if you really like your end result oh well but if you want multiple lenses or are doing this for multiple frames that can get super costly. If you ever buy frames from a jeweler your already paying over retail too 💪
@@Jsean Omnivision is one of 3 authorized dealers for Cartier Eyewear in the Philadelphia area. I do feel like the prices are ridiculous but they do the best custom work and they have the best opticians in the city.
@@BrandenJerrell yea I can dig it. As long as they did it right and your satisfied. My first experience was being over charged and finding out later and not even being fully satisfied. That’s why I moved to authorized dealers. Definitely a horrible feeling spending that much and not feeling like it was worth it. Glad yours came out how you wanted! 💪
I tell people all the time about buying glasses from the jewelry store. You're definitely getting beat over the head with the prices! 😭😭
@@BrandenJerrell lol, yea 100%. Unfortunately, I had to learn the hard way! 💪
How can I turn carriers into prescription glasses? LensCrafters and other places wouldn’t touch them at all for me 🤦🏽♂️ is there a place you recommend?
Morgenthal Frederics is a place in DC, NY and I believe Detroit. They can do it. They did my prescription. Lens crafters are more of a generic place to me and as far as I’ve ever seen don’t even sell Cartiers. Also, Id first google Cartier authorized dealers near me and see if any eyewear place pops up. If there is one somewhat close bring it to them because they actually sell them. Hope that helps. 💪
Yuhh Im boutta get some Buffs and I want prescription on them
Nice, let us know how it goes once you get them! 😆
Good looks 🔥 I learned a few things about my glasses in this vid!
Glad it was helpful! 💪
the optical version of Cartier glasses you dont need to bend the hinges. usually the sunglasses version have the curved lens which lead the hinges needing to be bent if you switch the lens to prescription or regular flat lenses.
What you are referring to in terms of “the curves” on the fixtures is the difference between sunglass fixtures and optical fixtures. I personally say never bend them but to each their own.
I agree but I had to have it done for some of these. They needed to be bent in order to put flatter fitting lenses on whether sunglasses or optical lenses. Some naturally come with more of a curved lens and the only way to fit different shapes is having to bend the sticks. They have a tool for it and it’s common with glasses. The tool they use for the Cartiers look like pliers with these plastic tips that grab the metal parts of the sticks and then bend/pry them to fit properly.
@@Jsean Lol i know how they do it. I buy my Cartiers from Optica in Troy, MI which is a licensed Cartier dealer. When you bend sunglass fixtures down it doesn’t look flush the way a stock optical fixture does. It’s not all the same depending on who does it but most the time it’s a sharp bend that anyone that knows Cartiers would easily differentiate. I personally think it looks cheap but like I said, to each their own.
@@snpdo gotcha, thanks for the info! 💪
Need a tutorial on how to swap the lens brother!
Sounds like an idea. I may do that soon! 💪
Great vid 🔥, wish you were in the Dallas area, I would love to help you get custom Cartier lenses
Hi there love the video. Do you happen to know what the original model number was that had the Carson lens shape?
Thanks, I appreciate that! Are you referring to the more Squarish lenses? This is the thing with these. Most factory lenses are sort of ugly. Factory clear lenses for prescriptions are usually very small and either squarish or circular. ANY lens you have seen on no matter which model can be made for the frames you like. The only thing that may play a part is the curvature that may or may not be needed to adapt to the natural curve of the sticks or other hardware if that makes sense. Even with that sometimes they will even bend them a little to adjust to the shape. Hope that helps! 💪
What prescription are you? I feel the lenses would look very thick for me.
bro just starting to think my eyes getting bad from looking at screens all the time so i been researching frames, lenses etc. Cartier is def at the top of my list as a couple of others lessor known high end brands as I do like to keep things kind of low key. Anyway appreciate you sharing yo knowledge bro. Yo frames look fi ❤🔥 oh yeah if i have any questions i'll definitely be reaching out.
I purchased my (fake) Cartier frames, they are Gorgeous, can I get my prescription put in them?? 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Im glad you like your frames regardless! I would imagine they could because some lens shapes are sort of starting points while some can be made from scratch measurements etc. I’d bring them into an eyewear place and see what they can do. I don’t see why not because once they start customizing those lenses they are not even manufactured from cartier anyways and they still can measure them to fit. Hope that was helpful and good luck with everything. Stop back by if you get it done. 💪
@@Jsean I sure will!! Thank You!! 🥰
The Cartier rimless eyewear with the wooden & buffalo arms really stand out. They give you that polished look 👓 🕶 😎 👌
I agree! I think the gold accents look really nice especially with the woods 💪
There are a pair of Cartier rimless sunglass frames I am thinking of purchasing tomorrow. They are in gold and the tip that holds the arm and screws into the lens is the spotted panther - $1495 Cartier de Panthere. I wish they were in silver. I'm just not sure if the panther will look gaudy. Would you get the Panther frames?
This is an awesome video…What about purchasing Cartier frames from online retailer…Cettire to be exact, and then changing the lenses to my prescription? I’ve never worn eyeglasses and since I will prolly be wearing them, I want a nice pair.
I’m not familiar with Cettire but they may even offer prescriptions if you have that info. If Cettite is an actual eyeglass eyewear spot they should be able to do that. I got mine from an authorized Cartier eyewear dealer but my first few were pre customized from a jeweler. They couldn’t give me the prescriptions but the eyewear place could. I even gave them my specific details to get the lenses customized completely to how I asked for them. 💪
@@Jsean what's your IG jsean?
@@Panthere.vision I have a few but don’t really use them, I started one for here. I just got to start using it too lol “JseanTL” 💪
I ordered some prescription cartiers and the dealer told me just come back to him if I ever have a loose screw or something bc cartier only use 12k gold screws bc silver would damage the frames
I’m not sure but for sure id only put in the screws from a dealer. The only thing is if you get custom lenses they usually cut the screws to fit the thickness for them so it’s good to just keep a set for each lenses you rotate through if possible. I have tons of screws now just in case. Hope you like your frames! 💪
Dope video man. I'm looking to get some for Christmas you pretty much answered every question I had. So much information. Definitely subscribing! 🔥
Thank you, I appreciate that! Hope you get them soon. Glad it was helpful in any way and thanks for the support! 💪
Are those 53mm lenses? If so where can I get the clear joints with the cartier in cursive. Thanks
good video, do you have some vintage frames?
Thanks! I don’t have any vintage frames per say but some frames like the buffs released a newer model that some like and don’t like so maybe over time the originals may be looked at as “vintage” at some point if they stop producing the original styles 💪
Yeah bro i got a couple pair my new ones is the black buffs with the transitions my favorite but the buss down woods i got just be too flashy for me
Nice 👍, yea I actually like my woods better than my buffs. Something about them just look more elegant to me but my woods are not bust down either. My buffs also have white hardware too so that could be why they don’t stick out as much. I have the little C’s red plastic sticks that are bust down but they are still very subtle because the stones are mounted directly on the factory pieces not separated ones that they weld on. Those tend to be a lot more flashy because it makes it stand out quite a bit and makes it more bulky in those areas. 💪
I would like to know what kind of %tint you have on your lens thx great video 😊👍🏽
Honestly I’m not sure if the percentage I just know when I had them made I ask to be able to see through them and for people to be able to see my eyes because I want to wear them in the day or even the night without looking like I have some crazy dark glasses on. Mine are pretty light overall where some people even think my tinted ones are prescriptions. Hope that’s helps in any way. 💪
Hi there amazing collection. Can i put any lenses to buffs?
Thanks, I appreciate that! You can put custom lenses on there. They will have them fitted for the proper holes and curvature of the frames etc. Hope that helps! 💪
@@Jseanfirstly thank you for your answer. What do you mean by curvature on frames
@@Jsean i made the lenses that i have it on another cartier is it fine like that
@@alinecimoglu no problem! So depending on the legs/sticks piece that connects to the lens itself. The are all sort of bent in a certain angle and sometimes the lens has to have a certain curve in order to sit properly. For example one of my lenses had holes that lined up to attached to the nose bridge and side pieces but when it was all assembled the sides were flared out really ridiculous wide before even putting them on. If the lens was more curved it would compensate for that. If you look at the lens from the side you will see how some curve a little or if you lay the lens itself on a table some will lay flat while some have a slight curve so they won’t. Idk if that makes sense? Let me know 💪
@@alinecimoglu for example my buffs fit very similar to my woods. They have the same areas or dimensions to where the holes seem to match up good enough to swap lenses in between. if you look they are very similar if not the same style minus the wood and buffalo horn materials so If I took a totally different style frame and tried to swap lenses more than likely it won’t fit correctly or line up with the holes correctly if that makes sense. Or it may Line up at the nose bridge and not the side pieces or vice versa
@jsean hey brother I was wondering if you could tell me type of lenses those are and where you bought them from?
I have Cartier big cs, can I change them into Cartier panthers
I’m a glasses collector and I customize and tint all my glasses
had black buffalo horns i wasnt applying the cream and they started to get super dry and scaley
Damn, I only applied a few times but they get oily from when I wear them so I guess in this case it helped. 💪
you should do a Cartier glasses collection video would get hella views not too many vids on YT displaying the custom cartiers
I’ll see what I can do! 💪
So do I just buy the frame itself and get them prescribed locally?
If you buy them for an eyewear authorized dealer which I got most of mine they can have them sent off to get made. Usually akes about a few weeks. If you already have your frames you should be able to go to your local eyewear place and do the same. I would personally rather go somewhere that sells Cartiers though so they would be familiar with how to handle the frames etc. That’s just my preference. Hope that helps! 💪
Hey! I think you should make a video showcasing your entire collection! :D
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"anything that you see without frames around the actual lenses itself, they're actually cartier frames" - Jsean.
Now any rimless frames are Cartier frames!!!!!!!! xD
Mine Cranberry gradient with gold flash an gold letters ,diamond cut lenses on white buffs gold hardware
Appreciate you puttin’ us on with game. I’m lookin’ to buy my very first pair of buffs. I found a pair but they say sunglasses and I didn’t know you can get custom lenses made for them. I’m excited now haha. I have a wide face so it’s hard finding a pair of frames that match. I’m assuming you can make the lenses wider going this route?
Once again, I greatly appreciate you making this vid.
No problem and yea you can do that for sure! I have wide temples too. The only thing you gotta watch for is if the lenses are very transparent keep an eye on where your actual eyes sit in the lenses. Because some of my lenses are more transparent you can see how my eyes are sitting more towards the inner part of the lens but if you do that too much it can make you look cross eyed. I was told this but then one day I actually understand after looking at myself with one of my frames on. Another thing is some glasses have bigger or smaller nose bridges. That can compensate for that as well. If you go for larger lenses top and bottom length I’d recommend not letting it cover your eyebrows. You may think it looks right at the moment but you may notice they don’t fit well later. I have gone through this by getting larger lenses before to help with the same problem you got. Hope that helps! 💪
Where do you get your lenses made at I just got a pair today the new C glasses burgundy don’t know where to get lenses made at
Google an authorized Cartier dealer for glasses in your area and they can do it. They will have the tools, spare screws etc. 💪
Aye Brodie I’m really looking to buy some prescriptions Cartier frames but I don’t know where to buy them from. Do you know any legit sites that don’t sell knock offs. I also have a question what do you recommend should I buy the the frames normal and get them prescribed personally in a lab? I’ll appreciate if you respond back much love💯
Morganthal Frederick is an authorized Cartier dealer. They have locations in NY, CT and DC. They can do prescriptions and also custom lenses etc. if you want local, google authorized Cartier dealer near you and see if something pops up. The place I showed you can make your prescriptions with your eye exam info etc. most places who are authorized Cartier dealers are all starting to offer some sort of customized options now. They usually outsource tinted lenses but say you get a pair and the clear demo lenses that come with it is what you would be okay with. Any glass place that does prescriptions would be able to take those factory demo lenses and duplicate them with a clear prescription. For me, I have wider temples so a lot of the demo lenses that come with these frames are a bit too small for me so I’ve always had to get them customized, even the clear lenses. Hope that helps and hope that makes sense! Do you know which frames you are interested in??
Hi @jsean Which metal hardware does cartier use in their Acetate frames? Even panthers? which retail at around 1000Dollars? they just mention metal, no titanium, no platinum? Only solid gold ones are mentioned, I would really like to know before putting my buck on one! No where I could find an answer to that, I was told they use platinum!
As far as I know it’s just gold colored hardware. Only some are using platinum and gold plating but I believe that is for the Buffalo horns at least for some of them if I am not mistaken. Hope that helps! 💪
I just got a there from Cartier. They didn’t give me no moisturizer thing tho
Yea, buffs are supposed to come with them. If you go to a decent eyewear place that sells other brand Buffalo horn frames they may have some of that available. Hope that helps! 💪
Can you show your collection
Are all cartier lens engraved at the top or is it a sticker?
They are engraved. If you go to a place and change the lenses they also offer to get it engraved for a factory look with the same font for a cost though. You can even have something else written instead
How do you spot real cartier to fake cartier?
Hey i ordered a pair with customed eyesight because i cant see distance so im gonna use em almost everyday you think its safe to wear for daily use?
Yea for sure. Some of mine are prescription 💪
Do authentic buffs have metal caps or the rubber/silicone caps on the screws?
It could be either or. Typically they come with rubber caps but they usually get swapped out when custom lenses are added. Authorized Cartier dealers have cases of extra parts/pieces like those. They end up snipping the extra length of the screw and add the metal cap to work with the thickness of the custom lenses for a clean look. Hope that helps 💪
Helped a lot! Appreciate you🫡💯
No problem! 💪
Where do you buy customized Lense separate from the Glasses and *do all Cartier glasses come with screws kit?*
I bought my kit on my own from Amazon. It’s super cheap. Jewelers who sell custom Cartiers will usually have access to custom lenses even if you didn’t get your frames from them. In my experience they order a certain style in bulk where as I got some of my recents from an authorized Cartier dealer who also deals with customized lenses. They will sell some with the customized lenses or like with me I ordered a few lenses 100% original to my measurements and color or clear that I picked from scratched. Hope that helps. 💪
I’d first google authorized Cartier frame dealers in your local area first. Most jewelers tax a lot more while authorized dealers typically stay at or closer to retail
I work at a authorized Cartier eyewear dealer in the Dallas area and we especially work with custom Cartier lenses, hmu if you need any assistance
@@nene5302 appreciate that! 💪
Yo, appreciate the video brotha. Just wanted to know what type of shape lens you got on?
Where can u get them frm
Go to Cartier website or google authorized Cartier dealer near you and get them there to make sure they are legitimate and so you can try what they have on in person. Hope that helps! 💪
What exact ones are those your wearing in the video
I’m in the process of buying a pair of Cartier frames but every place that I’ve tried to purchase them they stated that it’s $500 just to get the lens with a Cartier engraved,is that true?
Give or take a few, unfortunately that’s about right. It could be more based on if it has cuts, bevels etc too.
Hey what’s the names of the frames you have on? Do they have them in gold?
@Jsean what size lenses is those?
Where do you buy authentic Cartier prescriptions?
Hello, as long as you get them from an authorized dealer they will have the “demo” lenses replicated with a prescription or offer custom lens shape etc options with the Cartier inscription on them for additional fees. Google authorized Cartier for glasses in your area. Hope that helps! 💪
@@Jsean Hey bro when I ordered my Cartiers I selected to have my prescription put on them and it didn’t mention anything about the engraving, will it come like that automatically or should I email them and ask for the engraving to be done? And will the original lens (non prescription lens) come with them or will only the “aftermarket” prescription ones come with it? Thanks 🙏🏻
You usually have to ask for it as they up charge for it at least the authorized dealers that I’ve been too. The thing is it’s cuz it’s optional as some may not like it and to be honest you can get any word engraved there. The demo lenses that come with it are engraved with a logo usually on the bottom corner of one lens. It screams demo and fake prescriptions to me so I wouldn’t wear it like that personally. It will even have a number if I remember correctly. Some of my engravings are even etched in gold if you like that. Hope that helps! 💪
@@Jsean forsure man I definitely appreciate it as I’m new to the Cartier game so I’m tryna do it right 🤝🏻
No problem, congrats! Let me know how it goes! 💪
Got new girveny it’s wood , where i get the after care for it
Whats the cheapest cartier glassed i can get. And can C decor glasses be used with different frames
Any of the wires are usually cheaper. The Big C’s, my santos (gold) ones in here, little c’s and any of the ones with the plastic like frames are on the lower end. Those all retail at about $1000 and go up. Some of the real issue is getting them for retail. Only way is to find an eyewear location that is an authorized seller of Cartier. They are even starting to sell customized lenses etc and outsource those lenses. Oh but yea the Big C’s can be customized. I have those too. I got rid of them but still have one pair left and they have red lenses in them. If you scroll through my videos and look at the thumbnails you will see me wearing them. I only wore them in one video. I have a Burberry vest on I think in the thumbnail. Hope that Helps! 💪
Otticannet figure out your size of glasses they got all kinds of models available it comes with everything box and papers and they usually got the best prices on the net with a bonus of 15% off when u order
What’s the measurements you have for the new ones you ordered?
hey had a question on these. so I've had glasses all my life and I'm use to going into a place like lens crafters and just taking my prescription and buying glasses there on the spot. I'm in California about an hour from any authorized dealers and don't wanna drive out for the glasses, so i was wondering if I'm supposed to order the frames i want online then take them to a local place and get them prescription ? or what? not sure if it makes any sense sorry in advance.
This is what I’m doing. There are no dealers around that carry buffs where I live. I’m going to buy online and see if I can get custom lenses made here in my area.
@@IronNationUSMC nice bro let me know how it goes
@@icecee7959 update?
Also where can you get the frames custom to fit better for you
hey bro i’m thinking of getting a pair of big Cs and i was going to buy them online then go to a authorized carrier dealer to buy the frames. what do u think abt that?
Me personally, I would get it from an authorized location or a reputable online spot that is known to have authentic items. 💪
@@Jsean okok thanks
No problem. Hope you get some soon!
I have the white buffalo horn with yellow inside instead of black can u tell me witch one's are these thank u bro 🙏
Where you cop the lenses?
Get them from an authorized Cartier eyewear dealer. They will outsource them for you. You can get them customized etc. google authorized Cartier eyewear near you to see what pops up. If you go to certain local jewelers they may have some that they ordered somewhere but you’ll have to take what they have. I’ve had some bad experiences going that route as far as the fitment etc goes. Hope that helps! 💪
@@Jsean Good looks yo. I found a place. I got some gradient prescription lenses being made for my Platinum big c’s.
No problem, glad it worked out. If you can let us know how it works out! 💪
Your chan is good bro, where did yiu get that kit ? And are transitions worth it?
How much did you spend on the prescription lenses ? Were they made by Cartier ?
Usually prescriptions can be a few hundred on up depending on coatings or if you get the Cartier font engraved on them etc. usually the prescriptions are outsourced by a lab not Cartier themselves. Hope that helps! 💪
@@Jsean word ! Thank you ! I feel like I got robbed at a store here in LA they got me for 1200$ for the prescription lenses. I put down $400 but called another authorized seller n they said they cost $650 with the engravings n all that ! I’m bout to go get my money n frames back From the other store
@@oskr05k 1200 wtf yea that’s crazy. Most I paid was about 400-600 for my lenses. Some places will try to play it off like Cartier will actually do it too but they don’t.
Out here they charge about $150 for the engraving and about a few hundred on beveled edges etc. at the end of the day they outsource it so it’s way cheaper than that cuz they are trying to make money off of that service too. I believe a lot of jewelers gets their tinted lenses from overseas etc. and they do it in bulk so it’s not customized to your exact likings. I will say getting them from an authorized dealer vs a jeweler is that you can customize it 100% and they will sit on the frames more naturally too. All my non prescription lenses I ever got from my jeweler all tilt very hard. It is a little awkward and un natural looking to me.
@@Jsean yea they made it seem like it was going to Cartier to get done by Cartier. SMH fucked up. Going to call back today n see how that goes
Can i get my prescription put on tinted lenses ?
Yes you can actually! 💪
Hilarious! Might be time to prioritize things.
what size are your lenses ?
For which glasses? Let me know and I’ll measure them soon. 💪
The ones you have on in this video
If there’s any particular pair your are looking for. Hit me up I’m a dealer/collector
Appreciate that! 💪
Does the gold finish ever wear off on these? I bought a pair with 24k gold plated frames. Wondering how they’ll hold up
Well anything with a gold finish can sort of wear down etc especially from the oils and lotions from our skin etc. just try to wipe them down after use every once in awhile. For me, I have not seen any wear and I don’t even wipe mine down or even maintain my buffs or woods. Hope that helps. 💪
@@Jsean I appreciate the response homie. Last question: Do u need to buy Cartier eyewear instead of Cartier sunglasses if u want to have custom/prescription lenses? Or can u buy the sunglasses and still replace the lenses with prescription ones? Hope my question made sense
@@FrankieFigz86 no problem! You can buy sunglasses or not and it will work. That’s what’s cool to me about it all. Even if you get trendy sunglass lens and want to change it later you can. That’s what makes the frames timeless to me. 💪
I've ordered some Cartier wood's with prescription sunglass lenses, i was told that the custom lenses wont have the cartier engraving on them. Is this normal? Also what style lenses are in your buffs? They look great.
Custom lenses are not supposed to have the logo on it.
But if you wanna pose you Can Ask that they put it back but custom lenses as standard will never Come with cartier on it like Factory specs
Sorry I’m just seeing this. It’s only because of wherever they get the lenses made don’t offer that. It’s just an option that some places have. Some put Cartier in their font, some even put a huge logo or you can even put your own custom word. They just have to offer it in the first place. It’s around a few hundred to add it and they do it by the letter count if i remember. Rip off but some like it. Its not necessary but I prefer it.
Where would you get aftermarket lenses that for your frames? Just got a pair of buffs blue tint but I wanna switch it up
Did you ever find somewhere? I'm looking too
@@slygottagun846 from a authorized dealer or the same place you bought them.
@@MonqueJ how much on average for the lenses only? I got quoted 400 for black/gray tint
That’s about right. Usually 4-600 or a little more ish. Depends on cuts and other factors.
What do you do when the wood material gets oily/dull from wearing them?
i believe you can send them to an official carrier store to polish them
Never get diamonds bigger than factory hardware if u do they not cartiers no more
Yea they just slap on big pieces. Looks good and bad at the same time 💪
Keep sweat off inside horn it a fade yo black an wear gold letters off
What size are those lenses
Hey what’s up! Not exactly sure but I can try to measure them in a rough way for you so you at least have an idea. If I take too long to respond with that info like a few days go by hit me back on here. I’m not near any of that stuff right now so I can’t do it at them moment. 💪
What height are the lenses you have on? 38mm?
What style are those lenses?
Ramirez? 58mm?
I don’t have the measurements exactly but the prescriptions lenses I’m wearing were copied exactly from my factory Santos frames so they are more of a rectangular lens. Hope that helps. 💪
I’m from Detroit I like but I don’t like how people wearing Cartier glasses people don’t know the meaning behind the glasses
I can dig it. Everyone will have their own reasons and appreciation. Even if you take Jordan’s, for some it symbolizes what they could never afford until now or a form of status while some just buy it cuz they like the shoe. I like what I like but appreciate things on a different level when it has personal meaning to me. Unfortunately, I have no history or story behind me buying Cartiers like you may have in Detroit but I am a fan of the brand on some level for quite some time. What I don’t like is too many off brands imitating the look of them now though. 💪
Paid 800 for my custom 1of1 Lenses
Nice! Yea, lenses start around 3-400 in my experience. They definitely add up quick! 💪
😂😂 u think yo lenses are thick Man U don’t wanna see mine😩 get lasik bro u can just rock custom sunglass styles I been buyin hella diamond cut lenses
😆 I actually been thinking about that! lol 💪
Done yourself a disservice by not tinting those lenses.
If you’re referring to my clear lenses it’s because they are prescription’s. I do have a few tinted lenses for them though. I switch them out so often because I have a few frames that also have Prescription lenses so I’m always with at least one pair with clears on.
@@Jsean you can still tint prescriptions, with a gradient for a truly bespoke effect.
@@b2bt696 never really thought to do that honestly. May consider that. I know some people do the transitions but if they can do it with the gradient I’d probably do that but with a different lens shape. 💪
@@Jsean definitely. My optician added a 25% gradient tint in brown to my rose gold frames and added depth to the lenses. If you're going to rock Cartier glasses make them totally bespoke!
I got some buffs i would wanna trade, you got an IG?
What’s your IG I have questions