Elite 4512

Elite 4512 Prescription Glasses

Sometimes a frame just needs to look right and get on with the job. The Elite 4512 is a men’s full-rim metal frame in gunmetal or bronze, with a clean rectangular shape that works in the office, on site and at the weekend. It is sized 56-18-145 and takes single vision, progressive or bifocal lenses made to your prescription.

Gunmetal or bronze?

Gunmetal is a dark, smoky grey that looks sharp and professional. It pairs with black arm tips and suits grey or dark hair, navy suits and cool colours.

Bronze is warmer and a little more distinctive. The bronze front is matched with tortoiseshell arms, which gives the Elite 4512 a relaxed, classic feel that works well with brown hair and earthy tones.

Built for larger faces

At 56mm per lens, this is a larger frame, and the 145mm arms are on the longer side. If standard frames feel tight at the temples or pinch behind the ears, the Elite 4512 gives you more room. The slim metal construction keeps it light despite the larger size.

Who it suits

The straight top line and rectangular lenses suit round and oval faces, adding a bit of structure. It is a practical choice for tradies, office workers and anyone who wants a reliable everyday pair, and the larger lenses give a wide field of view, which is handy when driving or working at a desk with more than one screen.

Why metal?

A metal frame can be thinner than plastic while staying strong, so the Elite 4512 looks neat even at a larger size. It is also easy for an optician to adjust if the arms need tweaking for a better fit.

Size and fit

The 18mm bridge is average, and the 36mm lens depth works well with single vision, bifocal and many progressive lenses. Check the numbers printed inside the arm of your current glasses to compare.

Lens options for the Elite 4512

Choose the lens type that suits how you use your glasses:

• Progressive lenses for clear vision at every distance without swapping pairs.
• Single vision for one job done well: driving, reading or desk work.
• Bifocal if you like a clearly marked reading section.
• Ready readers when you only need help close up.

Stronger prescription? A high-index lens keeps things thin and light. An anti-reflective, scratch-resistant coating is worth adding too, especially if you drive at night.

Ordering online is easier than you think

All you need is a current prescription from your optometrist and your pupillary distance (PD), the distance between your pupils. Your PD is often written on your prescription; if it is not, ask your optometrist for it. Pick your colour, choose your lens type, enter your details and add any lens upgrades. If you are not sure about sizing, compare the measurements above with a pair you already own. It only takes a minute and saves any guesswork.

Made for you in our UK lab

Choose your colour and lenses, enter your prescription and PD, and our optical lab in the UK makes your lenses and fits them into your Elite 4512 before sending them to you in Australia.

A little care goes a long way

Clean the lenses with lens spray and a soft cloth, fold the arms before you put them down, and keep them in a hard case when they are not on your face. Our guide to caring for your lenses covers the rest.

Your questions, answered

Is the Elite 4512 a large frame?

Yes. With 56mm lenses and 145mm arms, it suits wider faces and larger heads.

Is the Elite 4512 comfortable for all-day wear?

Yes. It is a lightweight frame, and choosing a thinner lens for a stronger prescription keeps the overall weight down even further.

Which colour suits me better?

Gunmetal suits cool colours and grey or dark hair. Bronze suits warm skin tones, brown hair and earthy colours.

Can I get it with progressive lenses?

Yes. The 36mm lens depth suits many progressive lenses.

Do you make the lenses yourselves?

Yes. Every pair is made to order in our UK optical lab, where your lenses are cut to your prescription and fitted into your frame.

See the rest of the Elite collection or browse more men’s glasses.