Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Ray-Ban Clubmaster Oversized 4175 sunglasses prescription-ready?
How do the Clubmaster Oversized 4175 fit compared to the classic Clubmaster 3016?
What is the difference between polarized and non-polarized lenses on the RB4175?
What face shapes work best with the Clubmaster Oversized?
Are Ray-Ban Clubmaster Oversized sunglasses unisex?
Can I replace the lenses in my Clubmaster Oversized 4175?
Compare With Similar Frames
How the Ray-Ban Clubmaster Oversized 4175 Sunglasses stacks up against the closest alternatives we carry.
- Classic 49mm or 51mm lens sizes for smaller to medium faces
- Mixed acetate and metal construction with signature rivets
- Lower starting price point ($123.20 vs $142.80)
- Lightweight all-metal construction
- Sleeker, more refined aesthetic
- Available in 51mm size (between classic and oversized)
Read the full comparison
Clubmaster Oversized 4175 vs. Classic Clubmaster 3016
The most common question: should you go classic or oversized? The RB3016 is the original 1986 Clubmaster—the third best-selling sunglasses of the 1980s and the frame that defined the browline revival. It's available in 49mm and 51mm lens widths, features a mixed acetate-and-metal construction with signature rivets, and carries a slightly lower starting price ($123.20 vs. $142.80).
The RB4175 Clubmaster Oversized scales everything up. At 57mm, the lenses are noticeably larger, the browline is bolder, and the frame has more presence. Customers with larger heads consistently report the 4175 fits where the 3016 feels cramped. The oversized version also provides more sun coverage and aligns with the modern preference for bigger frames. If you've tried the classic Clubmaster and found it too small, the 4175 solves that problem. If you prefer a more understated, traditional look, the 3016 remains the icon.
Clubmaster Oversized 4175 vs. Clubmaster Metal 3716
The RB3716 Clubmaster Metal offers the browline silhouette in an all-metal frame. It's lighter and sleeker than the acetate RB4175, with a 51mm lens size that sits between the classic and oversized. The metal construction gives it a more refined, less bold aesthetic—think business-casual versus the 4175's statement-making vibe. The 3716 starts at a similar price ($144.20) but won't fit larger faces as comfortably as the oversized acetate frame. Choose the 4175 if you want maximum coverage and a bolder look; choose the 3716 if you prefer lightweight metal and a more subtle browline.
At a Glance
Ray-Ban Clubmaster 0RB3016 Sunglasses
Pros:
- Classic 49mm or 51mm lens sizes for smaller to medium faces
- Mixed acetate and metal construction with signature rivets
- Lower starting price point ($123.20 vs $142.80)
- The original, most iconic Clubmaster silhouette
- Slightly more formal and understated look
Cons:
- Too small for larger faces and heads
- Less coverage and sun protection due to smaller lenses
- Can feel dated compared to the modern oversized aesthetic
- Not as bold or statement-making
Ray-Ban Clubmaster Metal 3716 Sunglasses
Pros:
- Lightweight all-metal construction
- Sleeker, more refined aesthetic
- Available in 51mm size (between classic and oversized)
- Metal temples instead of acetate for a different look
Cons:
- Higher starting price ($144.20 vs $142.80)
- Less bold browline than the acetate RB4175
- Metal may feel less substantial than acetate
- Not as oversized—won't fit larger faces as well



