Rudy Project
A high-end, limited-edition eyewear collection by Rudy Project that utilizes Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) 3D printing technology to create complex titanium frames celebrating the brand's 40th anniversary.
- CEO / Founder
- Cristiano Barbazza
- Team Size
- 100-500
- Stage
- Commercial / Limited Release (Performance 40 Collection)
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- Privately Held / Family Owned
- Key Investors
- ["Barbazza Family"]
Technology & Products
Key Products
["Performance 40 Limited Edition Titanium Frames","ImpactX® Photochromic Lens Integration","Custom 3D-printed ergonomic components","Heritage-inspired sports performance sunglasses"]
Technological Advantage
Leverages Laser Powder Bed Fusion to eliminate the need for expensive tooling and molds, allowing for rapid iteration of complex designs and the use of biocompatible Grade 5 titanium for superior durability and skin comfort.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Luxury eyewear collectors, professional athletes (cyclists, triathletes), and tech-forward consumers seeking high-performance wearable art.
Industry Verticals
["Luxury Goods","Sports Equipment","Additive Manufacturing","Optics/Eyewear"]
Competitors
["Oakley","Mykita","Hoet"]