American Optical AO Explorer Black 42/20 Vintage

Regular price 201000" $2,010.00

Side view of 1950s-1960s American Optical (AO) Explorer horn-rimmed glasses (Black, Deadstock)

Estimated 1950s-1960s Vintage
Manufactured by American Optical


Brand: American Optical
Model: Explorer
Style: Horn-rimmed Wellington
Color: Black
Size: 42/20 (SMALL)
Condition: Deadstock

MADE IN USA


<Size Details>
Total frame width 124mm, Height 42mm
Temple size 5 1/2 (142mm)

Lens width 41mm, Lens height 35mm
Bridge width 20mm



American Optical, the oldest eyewear brand in America
and a global pioneer.

The "Explorer," a historic masterpiece created by the company
during the mid-century, features an edgy horn-rimmed design
and a beautiful black frame that symbolize the golden age
of the mid-century.

With a luster and texture unique to that era, which can never be
reproduced by modern replicas or copies, it brings an overwhelming
sense of depth and intellect to your face.



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Deadstock condition with no issues found in storage.


Detail view of 1950s-1960s American Optical (AO) Explorer horn-rimmed glasses (Black, Deadstock) parts