Silhouette M 8500 Blue Gradient Aviator Vintage Sunglasses-Austria

Vintage Silhouette M 8500 Blue Gradient Aviator Sunglasses

Condition

Collector's Condition. This pair shows minor scratches and scuffs to the frame consistent with age and prior handling. Please review photographs closely for exact condition details before purchasing.

Frame Details

A classic aviator silhouette in gunmetal/pewter metal, with a double bridge and a squared-off lower lens edge that gives the shape a slightly more angular presence than a traditional teardrop aviator.

• Brand: Silhouette
• Model: M 8500 
• Frame Shape: Aviator
• Frame Material: Metal
• Frame Color: Gunmetal / Pewter
• Bridge: Double Bridge
• Temple Tips: Black Rubberized Comfort Tips

Lenses

A blue-to-yellow gradient lens, deep blue through the upper field of vision and fading toward pale yellow-green at the bottom, giving the pair a distinctive vintage tint.

• Lens Color: Blue-to-Yellow Gradient
• Lens Type: Not specified by the manufacturer

Size & Fit

• Lens Width: Not specified by the manufacturer
• Bridge: Not specified by the manufacturer
• Temple: Not specified by the manufacturer
• Recommended Face Size: Medium to Large

Why We Love Them | Era & Relevance

Vintage. Silhouette built its reputation in Linz, Austria on precision manufacturing and a willingness to push classic silhouettes into unexpected territory, and this aviator shows that instinct clearly — the squared-off lens edge and rare blue-to-yellow gradient lens set it apart from more conventional aviator tints of the era. It's a distinctive piece from a brand whose early collections remain highly sought after by collectors.

Authentication

Authenticated by Second Chance Authenticators. Model markings, construction, hardware, and Silhouette design details have been reviewed. Authentication includes a recorded Certificate of Authenticity, serial information, and QR ownership registry.

What's Included

• Case
• Cleaning cloth

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