Estimated late 1970s Vintage
Manufactured by American Optical
Brand: American Optical
Model: FG58 Aviator Sunglasses
Frame Color: Gold Chrome
Lens Color: Gray
Condition: Deadstock
<Size Details>
Total Width: 13.7cm, Height: 4.3cm
Temple Size: 5 1/2
MADE IN USA
[American Optical]
Pilot sunglasses produced to the strict specifications of the U.S. Air Force
and issued to U.S. Air Force pilots.
Issued only to authorized pilots,
they provide a secure, stress-free fit
that remains durable even under extreme, high-vibration conditions.
A masterpiece of iconic
aviator sunglasses that remains relevant today.
Experience the timeless, luxurious quality
built by the pioneers of the aviator style—a design
already perfected and unchanged even by modern standards.
Hallmarks:
Bridge underside (AO)
Temple (5 1/2 AMERICAN OPTICAL)
*Deadstock item, kept in storage unused
for nearly half a century.
While most units from this era suffer from yellowing
of the temples or nose pads, this rare, exceptional piece
has remained in storage without any discoloration.
The gray lens has a tint density of approximately 40%,
Enjoy the craftsmanship of good old America,
which cannot be replicated with today's technology.
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