I bought these William Painter…
I bought these William Painter sunglasses mainly because of the ads showing people jumping on them without causing any damage. They seemed tough, stylish, and worth the investment. In reality, they’re okay in design and comfort, but absolutely not unbreakable. I’ve always treated mine with care—more like regular sunglasses than something “indestructible.” Still, one night I accidentally fell asleep with them in bed, and that was enough to snap them in two. Then came the real frustration: the warranty. To use it, you have to ship them all the way to the US, which for me would cost at least €100 in postage. This isn’t clear when buying, and it makes the warranty practically useless if you live outside the US. If you want them purely for the look, fine—but don’t count on them to survive rough use, and don’t expect the warranty to be worth anything if you’re not in the US. You might be better off buying a pair that’s not marketed as “unbreakable” but does come with a real, usable warranty. Durable alternatives with better warranty: Sunski – Recycled materials, lifetime warranty, hassle-free in Europe. Parafina – Made from recycled plastics, 2-year warranty, easy returns within the EU. Oakley – Strong sports sunglasses with a solid European warranty process. Ray-Ban – Classic designs, 2-year global warranty, replacement parts widely available. Side note: I noticed a lot of the reviewers here have only ever posted one review. Not all, but most. Makes me think quite a few might be bought.