BN 8859

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Measurement Description Value (mm)
Lens Width Horizontal width of the lens 48
Bridge Width Distance between the lenses 18
Temple Length Length of the arms 142
Product Overview
BN 8859 combines compact proportions with modern comfort for streamlined daily wear. The frame is ideal for users who prefer practical, low-profile styling. Customize your prescription lenses and coatings to improve visual comfort for screen and distance tasks.

FAQ

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  1. How long does it take to make prescription glasses?
    Most orders are produced within 3–5 working days before shipping.
  2. Can I upload my prescription online?
    Yes. You can upload your prescription during product configuration or at checkout.
  3. Do you ship across Europe?
    Yes. We provide delivery options to multiple European countries.
  4. Can I choose coatings for scratch and glare protection?
    Yes. You can add coating options during lens selection.

We aim to produce glasses according to your prescription within 3-5 working days.

Delivery time depends on the shipping country and location.

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You may return your glasses within 30 days of delivery for store credit, which includes reimbursement for any standard shipping fees paid. If you return your glasses within 14 days, you may choose to receive a refund to your original payment method, minus shipping costs.

Please refer to our full return information by hitting the link returns policy.

Prescription Glasses Lens Guide | Materials, Coatings, Comparison & FAQ

Prescription Glasses Lens Guide

Prescription Glasses Guide

Prescription Glasses Lens Guide: Find Your Best Match

Compare prescription glasses lens materials, advanced coatings, and performance features for screen time, driving, and everyday wear. Use this guide to choose prescription lenses that fit your vision needs and lifestyle.

5 Lens Materials for daily use, digital work, and outdoors
4 Premium Coatings for clarity, durability, and comfort
Comparison + FAQ quick answers before you choose

Prescription Lens Materials

Compare popular prescription lens options and choose what works best for your daily routine.

Clear

Clear eyeglass lenses with standard coatings provide excellent clarity and comfort for everyday use. These lenses offer basic blue light protection while maintaining natural color perception.

  • Blue Light Protection: Up to 20% protection
  • Best for: General everyday use and office work
  • Standard anti-reflective coating
  • Natural color perception
  • Most cost-effective option

Blue 420

Innovative BLUE 420 lens material that blocks about 95% of the dangerous blue light spectrum up to 420 nm. This cutting-edge technology provides comprehensive protection while maintaining optimal visual comfort.

  • Blue Light Protection: 95% of dangerous blue light up to 420 nm
  • UV Protection: 100% protection from UV rays up to 400 nm
  • Light Transmission: 85% of favorable blue lighting
  • Advanced filtering technology
  • Ideal for digital device users

Transitions GEN S™ (Photochromic)

Transitions® GEN S™ is the fastest dark lens in the clear to dark photochromic category. Ultra-responsive to light, it reaches category 3 levels of darkness in just 25 seconds and fades back in less than 2 minutes.

  • Speed: Darkens in 25 seconds, fades in under 2 minutes
  • Darkness Level: Category 3 levels outdoors
  • Colors: Available in 8 exclusive colors
  • Fully clear indoors
  • Ultra-responsive technology

Transitions Xtractive (Photochromic)

Transitions Xtractive is a new generation of photochromic lenses with a unique formula that allows color change without direct UV contact. Perfect for drivers, these lenses darken by 50% even inside a car.

  • Car Performance: Darkens by 50% inside vehicles
  • Technology: Works without direct UV contact
  • Best for: Drivers and frequent travelers
  • Works in confined environments
  • Advanced photochromic formula

Sunglasses (Polarized)

Polarized prescription lenses cut harsh glare from sunlight reflecting off water, roads, and glass. They provide sharper, clearer vision with true-to-life colors and greater comfort outdoors while correcting your eyesight.

  • Glare Reduction: Cuts harsh reflections from surfaces
  • Color Accuracy: True-to-life colors
  • Best for: Outdoor activities and driving
  • Enhanced visual comfort
  • Full prescription correction

Advanced Lens Coatings

Premium prescription lens coatings for improved durability, cleaner surfaces, and better visual comfort.

Clarus II

Multi-layer anti-reflection coating with anti-static, hydrophobic, and oleophobic properties. Built for long-term daily durability.

  • Scratch Resistance: Up to 12x standard
  • Features: Anti-static, hydrophobic, oleophobic
  • Reflection: Residual green
  • Long-lasting performance
  • Multi-layer protection

Blue Balance

Anti-reflective coating designed for digital environments, helping reduce glare and reflections from screens and indoor lighting.

  • Reflection: Blue-violet residual
  • Features: Anti-glare, anti-reflective
  • Best for: Screen-heavy workdays
  • Multi-layer coating technology
  • Optimized for digital use

Clarus Sericum UV

Nanotechnology-based ultra-hydrophobic and oleophobic coating with added back-surface UV protection.

  • UV Protection: Up to 380 nm
  • Technology: Advanced nanotechnology
  • Features: Ultra-hydrophobic, oleophobic
  • Back-surface UV defense
  • Comfort-focused clarity

Achromatic

High-fidelity coating for minimal residual reflection and excellent color neutrality, ideal for precision visual tasks.

  • Light Reflection: Up to 1.5%
  • Color Accuracy: High fidelity
  • Best for: Color-critical work
  • No residual color tone
  • Premium optical performance

Prescription Lens Comparison

Compare prescription glasses options side by side to find the right balance of protection, comfort, and lifestyle fit.

Lens Materials Comparison

Material Blue Light Protection UV Protection Best For Special Features
ClearUp to 20%StandardGeneral use, office workNatural color perception
Blue 42095% up to 420 nm100% up to 400 nmDigital device usersAdvanced filtering technology
Transitions GEN S™Standard100%Indoor/outdoor useFast darkening response
Transitions XtractiveStandard100%Drivers, travelersDarkens in car conditions
Polarized SunglassesStandard100%Outdoor activitiesGlare reduction, true colors
Lens Materials Comparison
Clear
Blue Light Protection
Up to 20%
UV Protection
Standard
Best For
General use, office work
Special Features
Natural color perception
Blue 420
Blue Light Protection
95% up to 420 nm
UV Protection
100% up to 400 nm
Best For
Digital device users
Special Features
Advanced filtering technology
Transitions GEN S™
Blue Light Protection
Standard
UV Protection
100%
Best For
Indoor/outdoor use
Special Features
Fast darkening response
Transitions Xtractive
Blue Light Protection
Standard
UV Protection
100%
Best For
Drivers, travelers
Special Features
Darkens in car conditions
Polarized Sunglasses
Blue Light Protection
Standard
UV Protection
100%
Best For
Outdoor activities
Special Features
Glare reduction, true colors

Coating Comparison

Coating Scratch Resistance Special Features Best For Reflection Color
Clarus IIUp to 12x standardAnti-static, hydrophobicDaily wear, durabilityGreen
Blue BalanceStandardAnti-glare, anti-reflectiveDigital usersBlue-violet
Clarus Sericum UVHighNanotechnology, UV protectionUV-focused protectionGreen
AchromaticStandardColor accuracy, optical qualityColor-critical workNone (up to 1.5%)
Coating Comparison
Clarus II
Scratch Resistance
Up to 12x standard
Special Features
Anti-static, hydrophobic
Best For
Daily wear, durability
Reflection Color
Green
Blue Balance
Scratch Resistance
Standard
Special Features
Anti-glare, anti-reflective
Best For
Digital users
Reflection Color
Blue-violet
Clarus Sericum UV
Scratch Resistance
High
Special Features
Nanotechnology, UV protection
Best For
UV-focused protection
Reflection Color
Green
Achromatic
Scratch Resistance
Standard
Special Features
Color accuracy, optical quality
Best For
Color-critical work
Reflection Color
None (up to 1.5%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about prescription glasses lens selection and coatings.

Blue 420 filters up to 95% of potentially harmful blue light up to 420 nm, while standard options usually provide lower filtering levels. It is designed to reduce strain while keeping comfortable color balance.
Transitions Xtractive is typically better for driving because it can darken in car conditions where many standard photochromic lenses remain lighter.
Clarus II offers stronger scratch resistance and includes anti-static, hydrophobic, and oleophobic layers, helping lenses stay cleaner and last longer.
Choose Achromatic when color precision is important, such as photography, design, or any work where color neutrality and optical clarity matter.
Clarus Sericum UV combines advanced water- and oil-repellent properties with back-surface UV protection to improve comfort in bright conditions.
Transitions GEN S™ lenses darken quickly outdoors and typically fade back to clear in a short time indoors, supporting smoother light adaptation throughout the day.
Optical experience never been easier!

Superior Quality

Outstanding eyewear quality is attributed to the use of premium raw materials, an advanced quality assurance system, and a dedicated team of skilled professionals.

Short Lead Time

In stock availability as well as integration of technologies allow us to efficiently produce prescription eyeglasses within a short lead time. We aim to produce prescription orders within 3-5 working days.

Customer Support

Our sales representatives are ready to assist you in finding the optimal frame and lenses combination tailored to your specific requirements.

Worldwide Delivery

We offer worldwide shipping on all orders. After your order is produced according to your prescription, we are dedicated to pack and ship it on the same day.