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TRUSTED FOR OVER 50 YEARS- The Original Pilot is American Optical's flagship classic aviator which has been issued to millions of pilots, U.S. soldiers, sailors, Marines, and Airmen since 1958
FRAME / TEMPLE -Thin Steel frame; a “navigator” style with a wide nose bridge setting the lenses far apart; Bayonet temples curve inward to easily fit underneath helmets headgear or headphones
PERFORMANCE LENS-Made from reinforced, scratch-resistant glass, they are polished to high perfection and provide stunning optical clarity and distortion-free views; 98% UVA/100% UVB Protection
AMERICAN CLASSIC- Among the millions of military personnel, these traditional Aviator classics have been worn by iconic figures such as John F. Kennedy and Neil Armstrong
Description The U.S. Armed Forces' best-kept secret now available in the consumer market. Performance-tested sunglasses with classic aviator styling. The General has been a favorite of U.S. military pilots for more than 50 years. Engineered to rigid military specifications and issued to millions of U.S. Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Airmen since 1958.The rugged and sturdy structure and high quality finishing of the steel alloy frame coupled with distortion free, toughened and polished True Color glass lens have made the AO Flight Gear Collection the standard bearer of all fine military sunglasses. To measure for frame sizing; First, stand in front of a mirror. Second, Hold a ruler so one end is lined up with your right temple and the ruler goes over the bridge of the nose. Third, measure distance between your temples to the nearest 1/4 inch. For better accuracy, measure to 1/8th inch. Keep ruller straight, avoid bending ruler. For Frames 52mm-up to 5 inches. For frames 55mm 5 inches to 5 1/2 inches. For 57 and 58mm-5/12 to 6 inces. Please note, temple lenght is determined by frame size. Warranty;For one year from date of purchase, AO Eyewear will repair or replace this eyewear (at their option) if defective in material or workmanship. No warranty is expressed or implied regarding damage resulting from consumer misuse or neglect or for any consequential damages arising out of the use of the glasses.