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Performance 40
Performance 40 Sale price€950,00

PERFORMANCE 40 – A Legacy Reimagined

Forty years ago, entrepreneur and visionary Rudy Barbazza redefined the meaning of performanceby creating eyewear that fused technology, comfort, and style — a concept never seen before in sports. His belief that innovation could elevate human potential gave birth to Rudy Project, a brand that would forever change the world of performance eyewear.

Today, Performance 40 celebrates Rudy Project’s 40th anniversary and that same pioneering spirit — a bridge between heritage and innovation.
Revisiting the original Performance from 1985, this exclusive creation proudly bears the founding Rudy Project logo, a timeless symbol of ingenuity and craftsmanship.
Produced in only 100 pieces worldwide, it stands as a tribute to those who dare to imagine, create, and evolve.
Performance 40 is not just an anniversary — it’s the embodiment of a legacy built to inspire the future.

Revolutionary 3D-Printed Lattice Structure

At the core of Performance 40 lies an engineering masterpiece — a 3D-printed titanium lattice frame that pushes the limits of eyewear design. Its intricate openwork structure combines extreme lightness and exceptional strength, achieving a perfect balance between rigidity and comfort. Impossible to replicate through traditional molding, this architecture defines both the aesthetics and the performance of the frame. Crafted with micrometric precision, Performance 40 feels weightless yet remarkably strong — the purest expression of Rudy Project’s 40 years of innovation and craftsmanship.

From Heritage to Innovation

For forty years, Rudy Project has shaped the evolution of sports eyewear through passion, design, and technology. Founded in 1985 in Treviso, Italy, the brand has become a symbol of Italian excellence — combining performance, style, and innovation to empower athletes around the world. Performance 40 celebrates this journey: a tribute to the vision, craftsmanship, and pioneering spirit that have defined Rudy Project since day one.

Made in Italy Excellence

For forty years, Rudy Project has proudly designed and crafted its products in Treviso, Italy — where innovation meets craftsmanship. Each creation reflects the precision, style, and passion that define Italian excellence. Performance 40 embodies this heritage: engineered, refined, and assembled entirely in Italy, it celebrates the artistry and technical mastery that have made Rudy Project a global symbol of quality and design.

The Founder’s Signature

More than a mark — a legacy. In 1985, Rudy Barbazza turned an intuition into a vision: to create eyewear capable of enhancing performance through design and technology. His pioneering spirit shaped the identity of Rudy Project and inspired four decades of relentless innovation. The laser engraved signature on Performance 40 is a tribute to that original spark — a symbol of passion, courage, and the enduring belief that true progress begins with vision.

Collector’s Edition Packaging

Every Performance 40 comes in an exclusive collector’s box, crafted to celebrate Rudy Project’s 40-year legacy.
The elegant case combines modern sophistication with subtle references to the brand’s original 1985 colors, making it a true piece of design in itself.
Inside, the frame is protected by a custom Tech Protector box, ensuring maximum care and preservation.
More than packaging, it’s part of the story — a tribute to four decades of passion, innovation, and Italian craftsmanship.