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Are the Cazal Legends 163 sunglasses prescription-ready?
What is the size of the Cazal 163 sunglasses?
How does the Cazal 163 compare to the Cazal 623?
What is the history behind Cazal Legends frames?
Are Cazal 163 sunglasses suitable for both men and women?
Do Cazal Legends 163 sunglasses come with UV protection?
Compare With Similar Frames
How the Cazal Legends 163 Sunglasses stacks up against the closest alternatives we carry.
- The most famous Cazal model with absolute cult status
- Slightly smaller 56mm lens width for a less oversized fit
- Worn by Run DMC and featured on countless album covers
- Lower starting price point at $270
- Different frame shape offers variety within the Legends collection
- Same German craftsmanship and cultural heritage
- Similar price point to the 163
- Part of the same Legends collection with identical quality standards
- Offers a different aesthetic while maintaining Cazal's bold DNA
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Cazal Legends 163 vs. Other Iconic Cazal Models
If you're drawn to the Cazal Legends 163, you're likely considering other models in the legendary collection. Here's how the 163 stacks up against its most iconic siblings.
Cazal Legends 163 vs. 607
The Cazal Legends 607 is the most famous Cazal frame ever made—worn by Run DMC and featured on countless album covers. It's the frame that defined hip-hop eyewear in the 1980s. The 607 features a 56mm lens width (slightly smaller than the 163's 59mm) and a more angular, masculine silhouette. Both share the same German craftsmanship, 10mm acetate construction, and bold gold hardware.
Choose the 163 if you want a more refined lens shape with the unique diamond-and-teardrop geometry and a slightly larger fit. Choose the 607 if you want the most iconic Cazal model with absolute cult status and a more angular aesthetic.
Cazal Legends 163 vs. 955
The Cazal Legends 955 offers a different frame shape at a lower starting price ($270 vs. $449). It's another 1980s icon with the same heritage and handmade German quality. The 955 has a distinct design language—less refined than the 163's sophisticated lens geometry but equally bold.
Choose the 163 if you're drawn to its specific diamond-teardrop lens shape and triple decorative milling. Choose the 955 if you want Cazal heritage at a more accessible price point with a different aesthetic.
Cazal Legends 163 vs. 665
The Cazal Legends 665 is priced similarly to the 163 ($453.85) and offers the same premium construction and Legends pedigree. It's another oversized frame with bold styling, but with a different shape and proportions.
Choose the 163 if you want the unique lens geometry that Cari Zalloni designed as a counterpart to the 623. Choose the 665 if you want a different take on Cazal's maximalist design philosophy.
All three alternatives are prescription-ready, handmade in Germany, and carry the same cultural weight. Your choice comes down to which design speaks to you.
At a Glance
Cazal Legends 607 Eyeglasses
Pros:
- The most famous Cazal model with absolute cult status
- Slightly smaller 56mm lens width for a less oversized fit
- Worn by Run DMC and featured on countless album covers
Cons:
- More masculine and angular than the 163
- Higher price point in some configurations
- Less refined lens shape compared to the 163's diamond-teardrop design
Cazal Legends 955 Sunglasses
Pros:
- Lower starting price point at $270
- Different frame shape offers variety within the Legends collection
- Same German craftsmanship and cultural heritage
Cons:
- Different aesthetic—less refined than the 163's unique lens shape
- May not suit those specifically seeking the 163's diamond-teardrop design
- Different sizing may not work for all face shapes
Cazal Legends 665 Sunglasses
Pros:
- Similar price point to the 163
- Part of the same Legends collection with identical quality standards
- Offers a different aesthetic while maintaining Cazal's bold DNA
Cons:
- Different frame shape may not appeal to those drawn to the 163's specific design
- Lacks the 163's unique diamond-teardrop lens geometry
- Different sizing and proportions