Vintage Persol Ratti Meflecto Aviator Sunglasses Black Rose Brown 58mm 70s Italy

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About this item

An uncommon Ratti-era Persol aviator made in black acetate rather than metal. The oversized teardrop rims are joined by a straight double bridge, and the warm rose-brown lenses shift from smoky brown to copper in the light. Each temple has three bright silver-tone bands at the Meflecto flexible section, and the inside of the temple is signed Persol, Meflecto (oval 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

• Black acetate Persol aviator with a double bridge, a scarce combination
• Signed Persol / Meflecto / RATTI inside the temple
• Three silver-tone Meflecto bands on each temple
• Rose-brown lenses

Specifications

• Brand: Persol Ratti, Meflecto
• Lens width: approx. 58 mm
• Total frame width: approx. 140 mm
• Temple length: approx. 135 mm
• Frame: glossy black acetate (the old listing wrongly said metal)
• Lenses: rose-brown
• Stamps: Persol, Meflecto, RATTI
• Made in Italy, about 1970s–1980s

Condition

Honest pre-owned vintage condition with surface wear, scratches and age marks on the frame and lenses. The silver-tone bands show some tarnish. The hinges are intact and the frame keeps a strong shape. 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 Meflecto aviator sunglasses

Shipping & Returns

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

Ref: H281