Neostyle 1779 Lift-Front Vintage Optical Frame-Unworn-RARE FIND

Neostyle 1779 Lift-Front Deadstock Vintage Optical Frame

Made in Germany | Size 48□22–140

Overview

A distinctive Neostyle 1779 lift-front optical frame, presented here in deadstock, unworn condition. This German-made piece features a classic flip-up bridge mechanism, a functional design historically used for reading, detail work, and makeup application.

With its translucent champagne tone and precision-engineered hardware, this frame reflects the intellectual, utilitarian aesthetic of late-20th-century European eyewear. 

Frame Details

• Brand: Neostyle
• Model: 1779
• Color Code: 48
• Origin: Made in Germany
• Material: Lightweight translucent synthetic/acetate
• Era: Late 1980s – 1990s
• Style: Lift-front / flip-up optical
• Condition: Deadstock (unworn, original)

Size

• Lens Width: 48 mm
• Bridge: 22 mm
• Temple Length: 140 mm

Lift-Front Function 

This frame features a mechanical lift-front bridge, allowing the lenses to flip upward.

Historically used for: 

• Makeup application
• Reading or fine detail work
• Quick near/far vision transitions 

A practical and elegant solution from the pre-progressive-lens era, now appreciated for both functionality and vintage appeal. 

Design & Era Relevance

• Clean, architectural German design language
• Precision mechanical bridge construction
• Warm translucent champagne tone typical of late-80s/90s European eyewear
• Associated with intellectual, artistic, and technical professions

A true example of functional European optical design from the era before oversized logos dominated luxury eyewear.

Condition 

• Deadstock / Unworn
• Original frame and lift mechanism
• Clean surfaces with only minimal storage wear if any
• Ready for prescription or custom sunglass conversion

Authenticity 

Authenticated and graded by Second Chance Authenticators, our in-house verification and grading division.

This piece has been inspected for originality, condition, and structural integrity.

Your purchase includes:

• Professional authentication review
• Ongoing support from the authentication team
• Assurance that the frame is 100% authentic and accurately represented

Second Chance Authenticators is a dedicated service division and does not sell eyewear directly.

Closing

Deadstock frames are inspected by SCE before sale to ensure proper function and condition. 

If the original case is not provided, YOUR CHOICE OF 4 soft, sleek, secure cases will be provided (pictured).

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