American Optical Original Pilot - Matte Silver

Authentic American style.
Lasting Impact.

American Optical earned its reputation for outstanding optics as a top supplier to the U.S. military. In 1958, they developed Flight Goggle 58 (now known as the Original Pilot Sunglass) to provide military pilots with maximum protection, optical performance & comfort. The rugged, sturdy structure and high quality finishing of the steel alloy frame coupled with distortion free, toughened and polished.

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Includes:

• Protective carrying case
• Manufacturer's warranty
• Lens Size: 52mm, 55mm, 57mm
• Frame Colour: Matte Silver
• Lens Colour: Green
• Temple: Bayonet
• All non-polarized for aviation

SkyMaster™ Calobar™ Green Glass Lens

SkyMaster™ Glass lenses offer superior clarity and scratch resistance. Chromatically tuned True-Tone™ Green tint provides true color perception for natural vision. Lens Filter Category: 3

• 100% UVA/UVB protection
• Anti-reflective backside coating
• Oleophobic smudge-resistant coating
• Impact-resistant (ANSI Z80.3)
• Scratch-resistant material and hardcoat
• Distortion-free for optical clarity

Worry Free Trial: 30 days return for store credit or exchange if you are unhappy with your style or colour pick.

Sunglasses for Pilots:

Pilots should consult their employer or Flight School for lens recommendations. Often polarized lenses are not recommended as they can interfere with LCD control panels and polarized windsheilds.

Cool Facts:

The Original Pilot (originally named the FG-58) was issued to Gemini and Apollo astronauts as part of their survival kits. The standard issue specs were 52mm gold frames with Calobar green glass lenses and bayonet temples.

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