Costa Del Mar Rafael Sunglasses
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Costa Rafael Sunglasses Built for Real Water
The Costa Del Mar Rafael leads with aggressive styling and purpose-built performance. A wide temple design anchors the frame, while signature three-square hole venting keeps airflow moving behind the lens so your eyes stay cool during long days on the water or under the sun. This is not a generic lifestyle frame: every construction decision points toward durability and optical clarity under the conditions where it counts.
580P Lens Technology
The Rafael is built on Costa's 580P lens platform. The 580P designation means the lens is made from lightweight, impact-resistant, and scratch-resistant polycarbonate. Every lens delivers 100% polarization that cuts reflected glare at the surface of the water, and 100% UV light blockage for maximum eye protection. The result is sharper, truer color in the wavelengths that matter most on the water, with less eye fatigue over a full day out.
Frame Construction
The Rafael frame is built from heavy-duty TR-90 nylon, a material chosen for its combination of lightweight feel and structural resilience. TR-90 holds its shape in heat, flexes under impact without cracking, and resists warping during repeated exposure to water and sunlight. An integral hinge design eliminates the traditional barrel hinge failure point, so the temples stay tight over years of use. The frame offers a comfortable medium fit suited to a wide range of face shapes.
Lifetime Warranty and What's Included
Every pair of Costa Del Mar Rafael sunglasses is built by hand and backed by Costa's lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Each pair ships with a hard protective case. Island Water Sports carries the Rafael in store and online, and the team can help you find the right fit.
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Specifications
- Lens Technology
- Costa 580P
- Lens Material
- Polycarbonate (plastic)
- Polarization
- 100% polarized
- UV Protection
- 100% UV blockage
- Frame Material
- Heavy-duty TR-90 nylon
- Hinge
- Integral hinge
- Fit
- Comfortable medium fit
- Venting
- Signature three-square hole venting
- Temple Design
- Wide temple
- Warranty
- Lifetime warranty
- Includes
- Hard case
- MPN
- itemMatrix-5626
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are Costa Del Mar Rafael sunglasses polarized?
- Yes. Every Costa Rafael features 100% polarization that eliminates reflected glare off water and other surfaces, plus 100% UV light blockage for full eye protection.
- What is the difference between Costa 580P and 580G lenses?
- Both deliver Costa's 580 color-enhancing polarized optics. 580P uses a polycarbonate (plastic) lens that is lighter and more impact-resistant, making it ideal for active use. 580G uses glass, which offers slightly higher scratch resistance and optical clarity. The Rafael at Island Water Sports is offered in the 580P configuration.
- Who owns Costa sunglasses?
- Costa Del Mar is an American sunglasses brand founded in Florida. It operates as a subsidiary of Luxottica (EssilorLuxottica) and continues to design and produce performance sunglasses built specifically for water environments.
- Does the Costa Rafael come with a warranty?
- Yes. Costa backs every pair of Rafael sunglasses with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Each pair also includes a hard protective case.
- What frame material is the Costa Rafael made from?
- The Rafael frame is made from heavy-duty TR-90 nylon with an integral hinge. TR-90 is lightweight, impact-resistant, and holds its shape under heat and repeated water exposure.
- Is the Costa Rafael a good fit for fishing or water sports?
- Yes. The Rafael was designed with active water use in mind. The 100% polarized 580P lens cuts surface glare, the TR-90 frame resists warping and impact, and three-square hole venting keeps eyes comfortable during extended wear on the water.
- Where can I buy Costa Del Mar Rafael sunglasses?
- The Costa Del Mar Rafael is available at Island Water Sports in store and online. The team can help you select the right configuration for your needs.