{"product_id":"vintage-american-optical-hinge-wellington-chocolate-brown-zero-tint-eyeglasses","title":"American Optical Vintage Hinge Wellington Chocolate Brown Zero Tint Eyeglasses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage American Optical AO Hinge Wellington Chocolate Brown Eyeglasses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors condition. Professionally serviced, carefully buffed, and renewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chocolate-brown frame presents with a polished finish, retaining its distinctive AO monogram fittings and period American Optical temple lettering. Surviving age-related surface marks and wear to the inner lettering reflect its vintage history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitted with replacement clear lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep chocolate brown gives this frame a warm, understated presence. Broad upper corners and softly rounded lower rims balance the distinctive bridge and metal fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: American Optical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector designation: AO Hinge Wellington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: Circa 1950s–1960s, based on documented comparable examples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Chocolate brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-rim Wellington silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculpted keyhole bridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver-tone interlocking AO monogram fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoordinating metal temple accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiveted multi-barrel hinges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger 150mm temples with curved ear tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican Optical lettering and shield emblem inside the temples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacement lenses with a subtle, near-clear “zero” tint. The light tint adds a gentle tonal finish while keeping the eyes visible and complementing the chocolate-brown frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese lenses are later additions to the vintage frame. Custom prescription lenses, readers, or sun lenses may be available following an assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLens width: 46mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge width: 22mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemple length: 150mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longer temples offer additional reach behind the ears—a useful feature for buyers who find shorter vintage temples restrictive. The front retains its classic 46–22 proportions; longer temples do not increase frame width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonal fitting is recommended. Lens height and frame width have not been independently measured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love Them | Era \u0026amp; Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AO monogram fittings are the defining collector detail: small, expressive pieces of metalwork that give this frame an immediately recognizable identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChocolate brown brings depth and warmth to the Wellington shape, while clear lenses let the frame’s proportions and hardware take center stage. The keyhole bridge, tapered temples, and surviving interior lettering complete the period character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComparable chocolate-brown AO Hinge Wellington frames are documented by specialist vintage dealers as dating to the 1950s–1960s. This example combines that mid-century design with professional servicing and desirable longer temples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive piece of American Optical history, carefully renewed for its next chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthenticated by Second Chance Authenticators, an independent authentication and verification service. Inspection covers identifying markings, AO fittings, hinge construction, condition, and lens configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca dating is based on comparison with documented vintage examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes a RECORDED Certificate of Authenticity and QR-linked registry record documenting identifying details, condition, servicing, and replacement clear lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecondChanceAuthenticators.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage American Optical AO Hinge Wellington frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitted replacement clear lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecond Chance Authenticators Certificate of Authenticity and QR-linked registry record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs show the actual pair. Please review the close-ups for surviving vintage wear and markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom prescription lenses, readers, or sun lenses may be available following an assessment of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable online and by appointment. 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