Striking vintage sunglasses by Metzler with Zeiss Umbral lenses. The generously sized, softly rounded frame in transparent smoky brown and the unusual openwork metal temples create the expressive oversized look associated with 1970s eyewear.
A distinctive unisex model combining relaxed hippie style with retro glamour.
Details
Overall frame width: approx. 16.5 cm / 6.50 in
Width of each frame side: approx. 7.5 cm / 2.95 in
Lens height: approx. 5 cm / 1.97 in
Bridge width: approx. 1 cm / 0.39 in
Temple length from hinge to tip: approx. 12 cm / 4.72 in
Manufacturer: Metzler, Germany
Lenses: Zeiss Umbral
Period: presumably 1970s
Gender: unisex
Material: transparent plastic, metal and tinted lenses
Colour: transparent smoky brown, brown lenses and silver-tone metal temples
Marked: Metzler Germany and Zeiss Umbral
Model number: not visible
Condition: Very attractive and well-preserved vintage condition. The lenses and frame are generally in good condition, and the sunglasses are stable. The metal temples show light signs of use, mainly on their inner sides, together with a few extremely fine scratches. Only minimal wear is visible on the outer sides. The black plastic temple tips show slight age-related rubbing, and the lettering in these areas is partly worn. No corrosion. No coarse or distracting scratches are visible on the lenses under normal inspection.
There is a tiny, slightly detectable surface nick or material mark on the inner edge of the right-hand frame near the bridge. It is only noticeable on very close inspection. The frame remains stable in this area.
Please note: The current level of UV protection has not been tested. For regular wear, the protective properties may be checked by an optician as a precaution.
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