HILTON CLASSIC cell winding PANTO 49-20

In the 1970s, it becomes Panto Frame (Boston) of Hilton Classic.

It will be a rare individual with matte black cell winding. (Cell winding can be removed)

The lens width is 49mm, making it a size that is easy to fit Japanese people.

The frame itself is very lightweight, so you can put prescription lenses in it and use it every day.

It's perfect.

The design of the mountain bridge is also wonderful.

Dimmable lenses (gray, brown) are available for the lens color.

It is a convenient lens that changes color when it is exposed to ultraviolet light and is clear when indoors or at night.

In October 1973, the Fourth Middle East War caused oil prices to soar, triggering the first oil crisis.

occurred, leading to price hikes. As a result, the price of gold soared.

In order to reduce the cost, the plating technology of thinly applying gold will be developed.

This frame was made before the oil shock occurred.

14KT RG is stamped on the back of the bridge.

This means 14 carat rolled gold, ie 14K gold filled.

Gold plating is a luxurious process that uses a lot of gold compared to later plating.

Lasting shine.

It is also introduced on the blog here .

SIZE

Lens width 49mm Bridge 20mm Frame width 128mm Temple 130mm

* Dead stock unused item.