Vintage Persol Ratti 6650 Sunglasses Black Shield Brown Gradient 57mm 60s Italy

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About this item

A rare, sculptural Persol: model 6650 in thick glossy black acetate, with a flat heavy brow, deep shield-aviator rims and very wide temples that work almost like side shields. A small silver Persol arrow sits on the outside of each temple, and the hinges are mounted on riveted metal plates. Three Meflecto cuts with small metal pins run across each temple. Inside, the temple is stamped 6650, Persol, the Meflecto logo and RATTI.

Brand heritage

Persol was founded in Turin, Italy, in 1917 by Giuseppe Ratti, who began by making protective glasses for pilots and sportsmen; the name comes from the Italian per il sole, "for the sun". In the late 1930s the company introduced its patented Meflecto flexible temple system, still a Persol hallmark today. Frames signed "Ratti" were made before the brand was acquired by Luxottica in 1995 and are the ones vintage collectors look for.

Why this one is special

• Scarce Ratti-era model 6650, clearly stamped
• Dramatic oversized shield shape with very wide temples
• Silver arrows on the temples and riveted hinge plates
• Meflecto flexible temples
• Brown gradient lenses

Specifications

• Brand / model: Persol Ratti 6650
• Lens width: 57 mm
• Total frame width: 145 mm
• Temple length: 130 mm
• Frame: glossy black acetate, riveted metal hinge plates
• Lenses: brown gradient
• Stamps: 6650, Persol, Meflecto, RATTI
• Made in Italy, 1960s

Condition

Good pre-owned vintage condition. The acetate keeps a good gloss without crazing or shrinkage; light surface marks are present. The hinge plates show patina and spots of age oxidation, and the Persol script inside the temple is partly worn. The hinges and Meflecto temples work properly. The lenses' UV protection has not been professionally tested, so please do not assume a rating. Please see all photos, which are part of the description.

What's included

• Persol Ratti 6650 sunglasses

Shipping & Returns

Free shipping with DHL from Cairo, Egypt.
30-day returns, buyer pays return shipping.

Ref: H860