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info This is an original Goliath II from Americans, Palm Optical, who specialised in the importation and distribution of European frames. It was Palm who discovered Cazal Eyewear, from Germany, and first brought their designs to the USA in the late 1970's. At the same time they introduced their own line of luxury eyewear - the Ultra Collection - and Goliath and Goliath II are from that range, made in an optical factory in the Netherlands. The out- there European style of Cazals and Ultras set them apart from more timid American options, and their outlandish sizings were matched by hefty price tags; a cult following thus began, coveting their exclusivity and rarity, so by 1986, when the Goliath II was worn by Run DMC's Darryl McDaniels, their legendary status was secured. Note that the pair we have for sale is the same from-the- 1980's Goliath II in black as 'D' wore and that this is the frame of Run DMC fame. Some people are still mixing up Cazal & Ultra, maybe because Palm distributed both, and say 'D' wore Cazals: maybe he did occasionally and earlier, but the Goliath II became his 'trademark' glasses. After its introduction in 1979, the bigger of the two brutes, Goliath II was also the choice of other bold personalities like actor Michael Caine and the director George Romero. They were chosen for Robert de Niro playing Sam Rothstein in Casino, made in '95 but set in 1980. Perhaps it was De Niro who sparked thoughts of a Goliath remake. And we have to tell you, they are out there, being made today and cheaper but ours is one of the RARE originals. And be suspect and be warned, some unscrupulous sellers are intimating, even stating, that they are selling a 1980s original, when they are not. With Klasik, this NEVER EVER happens. Provenance is everything to us and our customers know that when we offer investment pieces like this Goliath II, they have impeccable provenance. Klasik have been in business now for 22 years. Lastly, beyond appearance, this iconic piece is designed to perform, so the acetate is superb and will support whatever lenses you want to go with - clear and no Rx, photochromic or solid tint sunglasses or even bespoke gradient tint Rx. It's all up to you... — klasik |
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product code : k8255 : £ 695 1970s/80s black plastic frame marked ULTRA and GOLIATH II FRAME HOLLAND KlasikVintageEyewearKlasik Can be glazed with Rx or sunglasses lenses. condition lenses : n/a frame : very good fit : very good size face : 147mm lens width : 62mm (marked on frame) lens height : 53mm bridge : 20mm (marked on frame) arms : 150mm |
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