These unassuming sunglasses are a triumph of design in their own category. They would have been made for a broad appeal in the 50s with the parameters of still limited resources after the ravages of WW2, & at the same time, have clever refinements in technology & fresh approaches to getting things done. The result is a no nonsense lens with no frame whatsoever. A minimal flat brow bar with the lens directly bolted on from behind. The nose pads are affixed directly to the lens & appear as if they’re a single complete moulding. The cylindrical arms are attached with an ingenious integral barrel hinge. But what is most remarkable about these glasses, is that despite the restrictions of their design brief, they’re still stylish. The brow has been manipulated to flare upwards slightly from the bridge creating a dynamism thats hard to ignore. But it’s the curvature of the lens that controls the scene & is wholly unique to it’s time & if you’re not used to vintage, would certainly qualify as a new experience as it has never been replicated by modern designs & thats not something that can be claimed very often. Original new old stock in good condition. The lenses have surface marks due to improper storage packaging. They don’t impede visibility but need mentioning. frame width (outside widest point): 131mm frame height: 49mm temple length (from the hinge & including ear bend): 140mm bridge width: 15mm inside hinge to hinge: 118mm Shipping guidelines Uk combined up to 3 items for stated price. + 2 for each extra item. Europe & USA & the rest of the world; stated price + 2 for each extra item. UK 1st class recorded. Approximately 2 days. UK Express. 1 day. This is a prohibitively expensive service. Europe EU. Approximately 7 to 10 days. Europe Non EU. Approximately 7 to 10 days. North America. Approximately 10 to 14 days. Rest of the World. Approximately 10 to 14 days. Returns accepted within seven days of receiving. Buyer must pay for return postage. Ref: 70-24 B56 Vintage 50S Lightweight Sunglasses. Minimal Curved Floating Lens Design On A Flat Brow Bar. 40S. Nos
