Vintage Gold Matsuda Eyeglass Frames Unisex R5K0038

Engraved titanium with pince-nez bridge. The Essential Sun Collection features designs drawing upon classic Matsuda details made of pure titanium, stainless steel, and premium Japanese acetate. Matsuda's legendary Japanese eyewear collection has long been known for its exquisite craftsmanship and impeccable attention to detail, design, and use of engraved metals. All MATSUDA Sunglasses come UV Protected with a backside Anti-Reflective Coating. The frames offered here are preowned but in very good condition. They currently sport prescription lenses so you will have to replace them with your own choice, prescription or not. 49.22.143. R5K0038. M3045. Ti-M Please zoom in and notice the way the temples fit together. Some make see this as a flaw so be aware. Both sides are the same. This is a discontinued model. They feature intricate detailed engraving on the brow of the frame and arms, which is a Matsuda signature of the brand. Matsuda frames are handcrafted in artisinal eyewear workshops of Japan, and each creation represents over 45 years of design history. The frames and sunglasses are famous for looking to the past for inspiration, while staying current and of the moment. Founded in 1967 by Mitsuhiro Matsuda in Tokyo, Matsuda quickly became one of the most celebrated Japanese fashion houses. Only the finest materials, including celluloid acetate, titanium, sterling silver, 18K solid gold, and 22.5K gold plating are used in each creation.