Shady Rays Classic Timber Polarized vs American Optical Alden Sunglasses

The American Optical Alden is the better-built pair: acetate frame, nylon AOLite lenses and a classic square shape that holds up over years. The Shady Rays Classic Timber is the easier everyday pick for active use, with a flexible polycarbonate frame, shatter-resistant polarized lenses and a small-to-medium fit. On features they are close; the Alden wins on materials and optics, the Classic Timber wins on durability under rough handling and fit for smaller faces.

• Choose the Classic Timber if you want a flexible, shatter-resistant polarized pair for beach, boat and sport use and you have a small to medium face.
• Choose the Alden if you want a sturdier acetate frame with nylon lenses and a timeless square look you can also get in prescription.