Vintage Persol Ratti 6531 Meflecto Sunglasses Black Square Brown Lens 60s Italy

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About this item

A classic 1960s Persol Ratti model 6531 in thick, glossy black acetate with a softly squared shape. The silver Persol arrow sits on each front corner, the temples carry the ribbed Meflecto flexible section, and the frame is fitted with warm brown lenses.

Brand heritage

Persol was founded in Turin, Italy, in 1917 by optician Giuseppe Ratti, who first made protective glasses for pilots and sports drivers; the name comes from "per il sole", "for the sun". In the 1930s Persol introduced the patented Meflecto flexible temple, and the Supreme silver arrow became its signature. Frames made before Luxottica acquired the brand in 1995, usually called "Ratti era" Persols, are highly prized by collectors for their thick, hand-finished acetate and mineral glass lenses.

Why this one is special

• Ratti-era Persol from the 1960s, made in Italy
• Silver Persol arrow on both front corners
• Meflecto flexible temples, marked "meflecto" with the Persol script
• Timeless squared shape that suits most faces

Specifications

• Brand: Persol (Ratti era)
• Model: 6531
• Temple markings: "6531", "meflecto" logo and Persol script
• Lens width: 52 mm
• Bridge: 12 mm
• Temple length: 135 mm
• Hinge to hinge: 130 mm
• Frame: black acetate, silver arrows, multi-barrel hinges
• Lenses: brown
• Made in Italy, 1960s

Condition

• Good pre-owned vintage condition
• Persol script on the temple is partly worn; light signs of use on the acetate
• Please see all photos for exact condition

What's included

• Persol sunglasses only (no case or box shown)

Shipping & Returns

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

Ref: H211