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info Probably the biggest name in optics in the USA, American Optical began nearly two centuries ago and are still going today, although the orignal company was taken over by Europa Eyewear a few years ago and production no longer happens in Southbridge, MA, rather it all takes place in Illinois. Back in the 1960s when this pair was made, AO were the largest manufacturer of eyeglasses in the country. This is Stadium, a masculine sounding name at the time, in an attempt to appeal to the sports fan. We know the name as it appears in an AO catalogue we have dated 1964. A high quality frame with 7-charnier hinges and mitred joints, pinned front and sides using arrowhead style silver plaques. This pair in a good size - note it is the much sought after extra-large arm at 6" - and in as new condition. Although the new AO have started to remake some of their classic sunglasses, they have yet to attempt any of their old frames, so for the present, you'll have to go vintage. — klasik |
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product code : k8235 : £ 235 1960s demi-amber plastic frame marked AMERICAN OPTICAL with AO logo KlasikVintageEyewearKlasik Can be glazed with Rx or sunglasses lenses. condition lenses : n/a frame : very good fit : very good size face : 133mm lens width : 48mm (marked on frame) lens height : 40mm bridge : 22mm (marked on frame) arms : 150mm (6" marked on frame) |
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