Japan Glacier Vintage Sunglasses-Deadstock Glass Lens Leather Side Shields

Appears Unworn Deadstock | Vintage Glacier Sunglasses | All Original

Condition

Appears Unworn Deadstock

An exceptional vintage glacier frame that appears unworn. The frame retains its original finish, original leather side shields, original cable temples, and original mineral glass lenses. There is slight wear to the temple lettering, consistent with decades of storage, but otherwise presents beautifully with no notable signs of use.

• Frame Details
• Vintage Glacier Sunglasses
• Made in Japan

Gloss black nylon frame with original leather side shields and traditional cable temples.

Temple marked:

“NYLON FRAME JAPAN”

Designed for alpine and glacier environments where maximum protection from reflected sunlight was essential. The removable leather side shields and cable temples provide both coverage and security during wear.

Lenses

Original green mineral glass lenses remain installed.

Glass lenses offer exceptional optical clarity and superior scratch resistance while preserving the authenticity and collectibility of the frame.

Size & Fit

Measurements not marked.

Estimated fit:

• Medium
• Cable temples provide a secure fit
• Best suited for medium face widths

Why We Love Them | Era & Relevance

Likely dating from the late 1970s through the 1980s, these Japanese-made glacier sunglasses represent a fascinating period when traditional mountaineering equipment began blending technical performance with refined design. Complete examples with their original leather side shields and mineral glass lenses are becoming increasingly difficult to find, particularly in deadstock condition. 

Second Chance Authenticators

This frame has been professionally inspected and authenticated by Second Chance Authenticators.

Your purchase includes:

• Permanent Digital Authentication Record
• Originality and condition documented during inspection
• Lifetime authentication support from Second Chance Authenticators

Purchase with confidence knowing your eyewear has been independently authenticated for authenticity, originality, and condition. 

What’s Included

• Vintage Japanese glacier sunglasses
• Original green mineral glass lenses
• Original leather side shields
• Second Chance Eyewear presentation case

Notes

The only notable imperfection is slight wear to the printed temple lettering, consistent with long-term storage. Otherwise, this appears to be an outstanding deadstock survivor retaining all of its original components.

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