Vintage American Optical Co., Ltd., estimated to be from the 1950s or 1960s
Brand: American Optical
Model: Sirmont Style: 1/10 12kgf Combination Color: Amber Size: 48/20
Condition: Deadstock
Made in USA
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Frame width 136mm, height 44mm
Temple size: 6 (150mm)
America's oldest and long-established frame brand: American Optical
Midcentury created
AO's iconic model, the Sirmont.
An immortal combination adorned with a 12kgf (gold-plated) frame and wing shield.
Enjoy this old-school classic that was popular with many celebrities at the time, including Malcolm X.
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It went out of business in Baltimore in the 1990s.
He was an ophthalmologist and also ran an eyewear shop.
Deadstock that had been sleeping in the owner's warehouse.
It is in perfect condition with no signs of deterioration or damage.
There are many vintage frames on the market that you can feel when you hold them in your hands, and they have a texture and authentic charm that cannot be achieved with copies or replicas.
There are many vintage frames on the market that you can feel when you hold them in your hands, and they have a texture and authentic charm that cannot be achieved with copies or replicas.
