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Posted 6 months, 18 days ago

aycockonxion
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I'm not sure what these are made of, just plastic I guess. They were very dirty when I found them in a drawer in an old shop, but they cleaned up OK. What's unusual is I'm pretty sure they aren't any prescription. They are marked "AO" and I don't know what that means. Any info is appreciated! Thanks.

Jason

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1. aycockonxion, 6 months, 18 days ago
   What I have been able to gather since I posted these glasses is that they are 1950's American Optical frames. If anybody knows anything else about these, let me know!
2. aycockonxion, 6 months, 18 days ago
   http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=607751
   
   Here is an identical pair that was for sale in Illinois in July of this year for $85. Not sure what came of that pair, but since I got mine for... free...
3. vintagemad, 6 months, 16 days ago
   They remind me of some of the safety glasses I have found, but usually you will find them with small side screens. Just a thought.
4. aycockonxion, 6 months, 16 days ago
   I think they are actually safety glasses. Thanks vintagemad!
5. tlmbaran, 6 months, 16 days ago
   "AO" is probably the markings for American Optical. They made glasses, goggles etc....
6. aycockonxion, 6 months, 6 days ago
   Thanks BELLIN68!
7. aycockonxion, 5 months, 13 days ago
   Thanks for confirming my understanding, tlmbaran. 'Preciate that!

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