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Recommendations for new tortoise shell sunglasses

post #1 of 15
2/12/13 at 1:22pm
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My Persol 714s met their maker over the weekend. Snapped right at the nose bridge. Not overly upset, as I have owned them for the better part of 5 years and got my money's worth. However, I need a new go-to pair. Specifically, I'm looking for a pair of tortoise shells that are between 50 and 52mm, polarized and preferably between $200 and $300 (though price is flexible). I'm generally partial to a Wayfarer-like shape, but I'm open to other ideas (please no sunglasses that look like they belong to a Batman villain).

So, any recommendations?

As some background, I'm not interested in the New Wayfarers. They seem to sit awkwardly on my face. And while older models fit great (I still have a beat up pair somewhere), I really don't want to go the whole vintage route and gamble on how a pair will fit. In terms of the Wayfarer mod, I really like these, though I don't know much about Shuron. I've also owned the Persol 2953s, though I'm not sure I want to go the Persol route again. For some reason it seems like every douche and his brother have a pair these days.

Enlighten me, SF, where should I be looking for classic, tastefully designed sunglasses? Just as open to brands as specific models.
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post #2 of 15
2/12/13 at 1:45pm
Check out Moscot. They have a number of shapes that look similar in various colors.

I happen to like these Moscot Miltzen Sunglasses






They also come in clear for a cool, retro look:


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post #3 of 15
2/12/13 at 1:49pm
For something a bit more rectangular try these:


Hyman by Mascot (That name smile.gif )


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post #4 of 15
2/12/13 at 1:55pm
I've tried a few, these are by far my favorite:

http://www.sidmashburn.com/shop/extras/allyn-scura-legend-sunglasses.html
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post #5 of 15
2/12/13 at 1:59pm
^^^Those are nice. Good value at $175.
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post #6 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:04pm
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^^^Those are nice. Good value at $175.

Yea when I bought them they were $245. confused.gif Then I lost that pair and bought another at the same price. baldy[1].gif Maybe I should just buy two more pair at the new lower price to insure against future loss like I do umbrellas.
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post #7 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:09pm
I only loose the expensive stuff. I guarantee that the $20 umbrella I buy on the streets of Manhattan in a rain storm will never get lost or left in a cab. Now a Swaine Adeney I should just purchase and give to the next fella that walks by.
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post #8 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:10pm
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Unbel those are great. And Sid is local so I can easily try them on. PSG, I'll for sure take a look at Moscot. The first pair you posted look especially intriguing. Thanks guys icon_gu_b_slayer[1].gif

In my searches I've also come across a pair of Oliver Peoples and a pair of Anglo Americans. Though, again, I know next to nothing about them aside from styling....
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post #9 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:10pm
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Originally Posted by pocketsquareguy View Post

I only loose the expensive stuff. I guarantee that the $20 umbrella I buy on the streets of Manhattan in a rain storm will never get lost or left in a cab. Now a Swaine Adeney I should just purchase and give to the next fella that walks by.

I have an extraordinary loss rate on umbrellas. Like if I leave the apt with one, I'll come back with it maybe 2/3 of the time. So I just order cheap ones 5 at a time off Amazon and go until I run out.

I love nice umbrellas but I just lose them too much to consider it.
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post #10 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:12pm
If you want to consider something more expensive, and harder to get, those NackyMade ones do look really goddamn nice.
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post #11 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:15pm
A bit higher priced, but I've had these for a couple of years and I love them.

http://www.ralphlauren.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3636437&cp=4450417.10753770&ab=ln_men_cs2_shoes&parentPage=family
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post #12 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:17pm
I use Dixey & Sons, favoured by Churchill and Napoleon if that's your thing. That said, they're exceptionally well made.

http://www.cwdixeyandson.com/home.php
http://www.unabashedlyprep.com/site/entry/c.w.-dixey-son/

I also have Rayban aviators and I was given a Margiela sunglasses (known as the incognito -- looks like Cyclops visors that I haven't worn since I received them).

Those Moscots above look good.
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post #13 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:18pm
I've owned multiple pairs of Anglo American eyewear. In fact I'm wearing some right now. They are very well made. If you like the style, you will like the workmanship and feel of them.

I own the Moscots. They have an updated fashionable style with a touch of retro that I like. I think they are well made and not too heavy.
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post #14 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:23pm
Dixey and Sons spectacle case is gorgeous as well.

Tell me about losing spectacles/glasses. I lost 4 similar Oliver People spectacles over the course of a year and a half.
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post #15 of 15
2/12/13 at 2:26pm
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