Gryphon Quality Review:
NEVEN TABLES 

High-Contrast Sport Style With a Specific Sweet Spot

(Series: Independent Eyewear Reviews – Gryphon Quality)

Overview

The Neven Tables sunglasses are not a casual accessory — they’re a purpose-built, high-contrast lens with a bold, athletic aesthetic. Where the Neven AMAR leans lifestyle and relaxed sophistication, the Tables aim squarely at active, sunny conditions where glare reduction and contrast matter more than versatility.

If you haven’t read it yet, I recommend starting with the Neven AMAR review for context on Neven’s design philosophy and lens approach →
Read the Neven AMAR Review

This review follows the same criteria, order, and scoring system so you can compare both models cleanly.

First Impressions & Build Quality

The first thing you notice about the Tables is how solid they feel without looking heavy.

Despite their aggressive silhouette and shield-style lens, they’re surprisingly lightweight in hand. The frame feels durable, stiff, and confidence-inspiring, yet once worn, that initial sense of weight fades quickly.

These are well-made sunglasses — the kind you expect to survive active use like golf, cycling, or long days outdoors. The build quality exceeds what their sleek appearance suggests.

Comparison note:
The AMAR gives off a refined, heritage feel. The Tables feel modern, technical, and athletic. Two very different personalities from the same brand.

Lens & Optical Performance

This is where the Tables truly separate themselves.

The Tables lenses are highly polarized, noticeably more so than the AMAR. That polarization does an excellent job of cutting glare and taming bright winter sun — especially reflective environments like snow, ice, or open terrain.

There is:

No eye strain

Very good sharpness (not clinical-crisp, but clearly sharper than no glasses and sharper than AMAR)

Strong contrast without extreme color distortion

That said, the polarization comes with a tradeoff.

Screens & Distortion

Digital screens — backup cameras, infotainment systems, phones — can show noticeable distortion, sometimes bordering on uncomfortable. Tilting your head changes the effect, which confirms it’s polarization-related.

You don’t have to remove the glasses to see a screen, but it’s close.

This aligns with broader industry feedback on high-polarization sport lenses
→ see general lens behavior explained by the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
https://www.allaboutvision.com/sunglasses/polarized-lenses.htm

Tint & Color Perception

The Tables lens reads as violet/blue-green in tone.

Color perception is slightly altered, but not dramatically. Reds and greens stay recognizable, and contrast is enhanced rather than washed out. This makes them particularly effective in bright but not scorching conditions.

They are not designed for:

Equatorial beach sun

Long driving at dusk (they make the world too dark)

They shine instead in:

Clear winter days

Northern latitudes

Midday sun between roughly 10am–3pm (Alberta winters are ideal)

Comfort & Fit

Comfort is a standout.

No pressure points

No pinching at the nose or ears

Secure without feeling tight

They hold position while walking and light movement

The best way to describe it:
They feel like an extension of your face, blending into your skull rather than sitting on it.

They remain relaxed, never squeezing — something many “sport” frames fail at.

Activity Suitability

These are sport-lifestyle sunglasses, not extreme-sport gear.

Well-suited for:

Golf

Ski slopes

Biking

Casual outdoor activity

Sunny social outings with an edge

Less suited for:

Running

Horseback riding

Situations requiring constant screen visibility

Visually, they signal active, fit, flashy confidence.

They would feel out of place:

At a formal dinner

On a quiet family picnic with grandparents

In conservative social settings

If AMAR is a cigarillo at a ranch lodge,
Tables are a bright winter day on the slopes.

Style Identity

The Tables are unapologetic.

They’re bold, modern, and athletic — designed for people who want their eyewear noticed. This aligns with trends seen in sport-lifestyle eyewear from brands like Oakley and Smith, where performance optics meet fashion-forward silhouettes
→ https://www.outsideonline.com/gear/sunglasses/

By contrast, the AMAR remains more timeless and versatile
→ Read the Neven AMAR Review

Drawbacks

No review is complete without balance.

Cons:

Screen distortion from strong polarization

Too dark for dusk driving

Not universally versatile stylistically

Narrower use-case than AMAR

These aren’t flaws — they’re design decisions.

Scoring (Gryphon Quality System)

Using the same criteria as the AMAR review:

Category                                                Score

Build Quality                                       9.0 / 10

Lens Performance                            8.6 / 10

Comfort & Fit                                      9.2 / 10

Versatility                                            7.6 / 10

Style Identity                                      8.8 / 10

Overall Score: 8.6 / 10

Final Verdict

The Neven Tables are not an everyday, do-everything pair — and that’s exactly why they work.

They are:

Confident

Purpose-driven

Comfortable

Visually striking

If you want one pair to rule all situations, look at the AMAR.
If you want a high-contrast, sport-forward experience that feels alive on sunny days, the Tables deliver.

LINKS

Neven AMAR Sunglasses Review

Polarized lenses explained – All About Vision
https://www.allaboutvision.com/sunglasses/polarized-lenses.htm