Rose Gold and White Gold Aviators are HERE!!! RandolphEyewear.com

Randolph Eyewear has new rose gold and white gold plated sunglasses (aviators) just in time for the summer season.  It is important to protect your eyes from the sun, and why not do it with some style.  Celebrities have been wearing randolph eyewear, like Johnny Depp, and Jon Hamm, and the US Military has been standard issuing Randolph Engineering for over 20 years !  These frames are the toughest and strongest on the market.  The company even gives a lifetime warranty on all solder joints.  And these sunglasses are made in the USA!!!

Try the Rose Gold and White Gold Aviators today.

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Randolph's Sunny Summer Styles are HERE!

Randolph Eyewear, an authorized dealer of Randolph Engineering, now has the entire Randolph spring and summer line available for purchase at:  www.randolpheyewear.com

Randolph sunglasses are made by hand in the USA.  They are built to last, and have been used by the United States military for over 20 years.  These glasses are the toughest sunglasses on the market, and the most fashionable.  Randolph makes all the classic frame styles, and guys, the Randolph Aviator is the perfect pair of sunglasses for you!  Randolph Eyewear really puts time and care into each pair of glasses they make because they want them to be your trusted glasses that never let you down.  

Randolph even has a lifetime warranty on all solder joints.  FOR LIFE!!!  If your frames ever break, send them back to the company for a free replacement.  A company would not do this if they didn't make something they knew would stand the test of time.  

Randolph Eyewear is proven better than RayBan in quality and wear over time.  RayBan sunglasses are mass produced in China, along with probably 90% of everything else you buy.  Just because everyone you know has a RayBan, doesnt mean you need one too.  You only need a RayBan if you really dont care about your eyes or longevity of products you buy.  If you buy a Randolph, you will have it and love it for life.  The lenses are specially made with the help of eye experts to allow for optimum protection against the sun.  

If you have never owned a pair of Randolph's, then this is your summer to be enlightened.  Randolph sunglasses are the best sunglasses on the market today with the best warranty!

Support your USA workers and buy your next pair of sunglasses from a USA company, not China!

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Choosing Quality Sunglasses makes a BIG Difference!

Flying grit from off-roading or yard work, chemicals in pools, a sun that sears delicate tissues -- summer is an obstacle course for your precious eyes. You can still have fun, but you may need to take some steps to protect your peepers.

A lot of this is common sense, which, sadly, is not always so common.

Below:  Randolph Aviator: 23K gold frames, tan lenses, bayonet temples

1. Wear Sun Protection!!!  Take it from an emergency room doctor. Eyewise, he has seen it all. Here are some top recommendations from several experts.

"A lot of people come to the ER with burned corneas each summer," Richard O'Brien, MD, an emergency physician with the Moses Taylor Hospital in Scranton, Penn., tells WebMD.

"We have a lot of NASCAR up here. You'd be amazed how many people go to that, a concert, or other all-day event without wearing a visor cap and sunglasses. They even lie on their shiny RVs -- that is like being in a tanning booth.

Below:  Randolph Sportsman, 23K gold, skull temples, grey lenses

"They are fine at first, then go home, go to sleep, and wake up in an hour in excruciating pain. I have had people come in here crying."

The sun, of course, shoots out rays of different lengths. The most damaging are the ultraviolet rays, which are classified as UVA and UVB.

"Most decent sunglasses," Richard Bensinger, MD, an ophthalmologist in private practice in Seattle, tells WebMD, "protect against UVB. If they also protect against UVA, it should say so on them."

Sunglasses may be one thing you don't want to get at the Dollar Store, O'Brien observes. They should be close to the face or wraparound. Some people like dark tints, but the UV-blocking coating is the same on any color. Polarized lenses may be more comfortable for workers outside because they block glare.

Too much ultraviolet can accelerate the formation of cataracts, Bensinger adds. "There are very solid studies that show this; people who stayed in the sun tended to get cataracts eight to 10 years before a carefully selected group that was mostly in the shade or indoors."

The hat-sunglasses combo should also be worn at the beach, amusement parks, bike rides, boating, or anyplace where there is prolonged sun exposure, O'Brien cautions.

And don't forget the little ones -- they need the same.

For a great pair of sunglasses I suggest Randolph Eyewear.  Randolph makes sunglasses for the US military, so you know they are no joke.  These sunglasses are tough and made to last.  The company even insures these glasses solder joints for life.  

You really cant go wrong with a pair of sunglasses from Randolph Eyewear.  They are American Made, using the best materials possible.  There are many styles available, and these are the frames that will never go out of fashion.  Randolph Eyewear is just superior.  

For a limited time Randolph Eyewear is giving 10% off to all new customers.

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Randolph Eyewear - Aviator Style

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STYLE  

As Winter peeks around the corner, peek back in style while protecting your eyes.Randolph Eyewear aviators ($129) were first brought to my attention by Michael Bastian (they are one of his five summer essentials for every guy’s closet). It is a solid aviator by an outfit who’s been supplying sunglasses to the U.S. Military and Air Forces world wide since 1982. They’re meticulously handcrafted in the United States using only the finest materials. Though lightweight, they feel like they could withstand mission after mission over Iraq...because they do. It’s a no brainer for guys. But for the ladies? Absolutely. You can customize frame, lens and temple configurations, ensuring a proper fit for your smaller frame.

The concorde is a popular choice for women.  The curved teardrop shape conforms great to a women's face.  And dont forget, Randolph gives a lifetime warranty on all solder joints.  

Photographed in New Canaan, CT

Spring for a classic American silhouette (in gold with gray flash mirror lenses) in lieu of overpriced designer aviators this summer. Configure your own pair at:  www.randolpheyewear.com

John a/k/a JetAviator7 left a comment on 1/14/2013 at 4:26 PM: 

I love these Randolph Engineering Aviators, and the new packaging for them is really awesome!

M Arthur left a comment on 2/20/2012 at 9:12 PM: 

The look deserves an “Oh behave!”. The aviator style is timeless.  This photo could have been shot in 1980!

MainLine BlueBlood left a comment on 5/19/2011 at 11:26 PM: 

I’ve worn the same pair of RE Concorde aviators for years and they are hands down the best aviators available. Spend the extra money - your eyes will thank you.

The Sporting Life left a comment on 5/3/2010 at 11:29 AM: 

I have smashed them flat w/o breaking the lenses, and bent them back into shape.  The best made sunglasses I have ever owned.

Randolph vs. RayBan

On Aviators: Ray Ban vs. Randolph Engineering

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Okay, so there aren't too many things a man can do to accessorize. Wearing stylish sunglasses is one of those things. Now, for years I was one who didn't care about the style aspect. Sunglasses were functional first and foremost and style came second. A couple years ago that changed, and like many things my tastes evolved.

I got into aviators late. I actually never tried a pair on until relatively recently, convinced that the square-framed navigator style suited me better. I was afraid the traditional teardrop aviator style would swallow up my face like my pair of hybrid-aviator Serengetis did. But I wore them because they had phenomenal eye coverage and head wrap. And really, too many men wear sunglasses that are too large for their faces anyway, moreso with aviators. It probably has something to do with "to look more macho, go large and in charge" thing, or it may have to do with many aviators being available only in larger sized lenses, because traditionally they were functional above everything else. Pilots needed eye coverage, ergo huge lenses. In any case, the large frames were a reason I didn't wear them for a long time.

Okay, long story short, I saw a movie. The star had a very particular pair of square Aviators. They were awesome and I wanted them. In the course of my searching for the exact model (which were Polo Purple label something), I was turned onto Randolph Eyewear.  I researched that, not knowing at the time that Randolph was in vogue because of Mad Men. Now I don't watch Mad Men and I could care less what Don Draper is wearing, I just got the glasses. I liked the fact that they were military spec, made in the US, and the fit was tremendous. The problem was....I got curious about the more famous-shaped Aviators because of them. Traditional teardrop-shaped ones. So with the Top Gun soundtrack playing in the background, I'm going to compare two of them here.

First up...Ray Ban. I always avoided them because they were huge and I have a small face, but as it turns out, the 55mm lens size isn't too bad on me. The aviator shape makes the lenses seem not so big side to side. When I was researching, people either lauded Ray Ban or spit fire at it. Condemnations of "They suck now," or "They're made in China," or "They aren't what they were since Luxottica bought them!" were mixed with praises of "They're great" and "The lenses are awesome." And I saw at least one Youtube video comparing new Raybans with ones from 1995 and the guy preferred the new ones. So...whatever. Here's what I think. And this is an honest assessment since I wasn't expecting them to compare with the Randolphs at all.

First, since Luxottica owns 75% of the eyewear industry anyway, if Ray Bans suck, then I guess so do the vast majority of glasses on the market...and that's not true. And I've owned 2 pairs of Luxottica glasses that have been just fine. So I don't get the hate here. The construction on them seems fine and solid, though the temples are a little thin for my taste, but from what I gather they were designed to be "wire" thin anyway. Ray Bans are made in China.  Mine are. Overall the glasses do feel cheap. On my face, the 55mm lenses are just a tad large but not overly so.

So, with the classic out of the way, it's time for Randolph Eyewear. These days, hold the majority of the contracts with the military and NASA. I already have their classic square Aviator and I wanted to go with American Optical for the traditional teardrop one, but only Randolph had it in a smaller 52mm size, with the AO starting at 58...way too big for me. And the Randolph was shaped differently.

The Randolph Concorde has a slightly softer take on the classic lens shape. The slant isn't as severe as on the Ray Ban. This aids in the overall look in my opinion. The frame also "curves" more, fitting the front of the face. The frame is thick and solid. It feels sturdy and high quality. The fit is snug and secure. It loses points in the nose bridge area though because it's tough to adjust. The sturdier frame means you really have to put some elbow grease into bending the metal stalks for the nosepads to ensure a perfect fit, because it ships with a stupidly narrow configuration that any grown man would find uncomfortable. With some effort, you can get it perfect, though. In all other areas I am impressed with it. The finish is bright chrome (I would've killed for it in matte chrome like the square Aviator), and like the Ray Ban, has a green G-15 lens that's better than Ray Ban.  And the frame and lenses and assembly are done in the USA...so that's a plus, though the nosepads are imported.

I got the Randolph first and I have to say that the smaller frame LOOKS better on my face in terms of proportion.  Randolph skips the 55 size in the Concorde model...the next size up is 57. In terms of frame, the Randolph feels more solid, mostly because of the Ray Ban's wire-thin temples. And I don't know what the Ray Ban is made of, but Randolph makes a big deal about its 18% nickel/steel alloy being less likely to corrode and break. Ordinarily I would think that's marketing spiel but I've had glasses frames snap on me after a couple of years, so maybe that's something to keep in mind as an advantage. Randolph ships with a little screwdriver and extra screws and nosepads, a bigger cloth, and hands down the plusher case; the Ray Ban's case seems oddly hard.

Neither pair has hinges on the temples, which is something that I'm continually surprised about in sunglasses (though Serengeti has them). At this price point, ALL glasses should have hinged temples or at least the option for them. It eliminates the frustration of having to find the perfect width, since distributors or even manufacturers give false numbers. Luckily for me, the Ray Ban and Randolph both fit me like a glove and I couldn't be happier. The Randolph just feels a bit more solid and naturally hugs my face.

In terms of price they are about equal. Randolph is more expensive if you order direct or at some dealers, but there are places that sell the Concorde for as low as $109. The Ray Ban of course goes for around ~$100 or a bit lower. Is it worth paying more for the Concorde? If price is an issue, go to:  www.randolpheyewear.com . If you have an average to large head, the size will be fine. If you need a smaller size, I can recommend the Concorde or Crew Cheif. Honestly I do think Ray Ban deserves the sneering it gets. 

So I hope this helps for some guys who are curious about different Aviators. Yes they're everywhere, but they're timeless and they look good (just get a pair that fits your face!). I should've worn them years ago. Now I always will. 

The Best Aviator you will EVER Buy

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Pretty much every manufacturer of sunglasses makes some variation on the aviator design. Some are cheap. gas station models and some are “luxury” brands that require a bailout from TARP to finance. Either way, when done right, they’re a classic style of shades that deserve a place in any guy’s repertoire.

Randolph Eyewear happens to be one of the few companies still making aviators where form follows function. Hardly surprising, seeing as they’ve been providing the military and NASA with these exact sunglasses for over 30 years. The time tested square frames are surprisingly hat/helmet friendly, and they are still built to military spec right in Randolph, MA. They offer multiple frame finishes, lenses, and temples (ear things); I chose the Matte Chrome, Grey Polarized lenses, and Bayonet temples, in case you were wondering. They even have a lifetime guarantee on all the solder joints of the glasses.  Reliablity – check.

In fact, Randolph Eyewear is so confident that you won’t need to use their warranty service that they send a Maintenance Kit with each pair, providing extra nose pads, screws, and a mini screwdriver key chain. You won’t get as complete a coverage with these as you do with your wraps, but you’ll look sharper and still get great performance.

Editor’s Note: I’ve been wearing these shades a lot, and they truly are Mil-Spec. They look and feel far more durable than any other brand I’ve handled. Remember, Randolph’s tag line is “Serious Equipment” and, so far, I’d say they mean it.

What are you waiting for?  Ditch your RayBans and head to Randolph Eyewear.  See why our frames are better, for your time, wallet, and fashion sense.

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American Made Eyewear - Randolph Eyewear

 When Don Draper of the television show ‘Mad Men’ puts on his sunglasses, he’s the epitome of cool. Those sunglasses are made right here in Randolph, Mass., at a company, appropriately named Randolph Engineering. 
 
“Randolph is an American manufacturer of handcrafted American-made eyewear,” said Randolph Engineering CEO Peter Waszkiewicz. “We’re best known for our military aviation sunglasses and our American styling.” 

Watch this video to see how Randolph Eyewear is made in the USA:  
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Since 1972, this company has been perfecting the art of the shades, bringing that attention to detail to the American Air Force. Their pilots wear these glasses, so you know they’re tough. 

 







Pictured above:  JD w/ clip.  Michael Bastian Collection by Randolph Eyewear.
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Waszkiewicz said, “We are noted to be the tank in the industry. Our glasses are made to military spec and we have a lifetime warranty on all our solder joints and we stand behind the product. “
 
They’ve won famous fans like Tom Cruise and John Travolta, but Ekene Ofodile, the Randolph SVP, Sales and Marketing, says there’s another celebrity he’d like to wear the brand.
 
“President Obama,” said Ofodile. “We believe the president should wear American-made sunglasses. 

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Since they come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and finishes, there’s plenty to pick from. We recommend the classic aviator, with 23-karet gold plating, it’s fit for a king or a president! 

Blue Lens Aviators - Randolph Eyewear

Dont miss out on your chance to own the best looking aviators on the market, with the coolest lenses.  These blue lenses do alot more than just make you look fashionably great.

Follow this link to bid on one of the last existing pairs:
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Randolph Aviators are the original aviator and look great on both men and women.  The blue lenses are the pair that Johnny Depp owns.  But he isn't the only celebrity who owns a pair of Randolph's.  Check our site to see who else loves these famous shades:   www.randolpheyewear.com

Recent scientific studies have shown that perceiving the world through these blue glasses can help you lose weight and calm your stress levels.  It might sound a little bit odd, but the reasons behind it make alot of sense.
First of all, blue is a calming color,  Psychiatrists have known this for years, and often blue is used in doctors offices to help reassure people and make them calm.  Blue is a neutral, unthreatening color.  Therefore, if everything we look at all day has a blue tint to it, then we are helped in staying calm all the time.

When stress levels go down, it makes losing weight that much easier.  This was the initial reason Johnny Depp was rumored to buying these blue lens glasses for himself.  It is a way to play a trick on your brain without much effort, helping to keep you in great shape.

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Michael Bastian Collection - Now Available at Randolph Eyewear

Michael Bastian Collection is now updated and available on Randolph Eyewear.  
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Michael Bastian for Randolph Engineering combines the peerless quality of Randolph Engineering — one of the U.S.’s premier producers of sunglasses and shooting eyewear — with the eclectic preppy aesthetic of New York-based fashion designer Michael Bastian, known for his flagship line and collaboration with dress shirt giant GANT. Founded in 1972 by Polish engineers Jan Waszkiewicz and Stanley Zaleski, Randolph Engineering started out as a tool and machinery manufacturer for the optical trade. In 1982, the Massachusetts-based company began producing aviator sunglasses for the U.S. Air Force, then offered its wares to the general public. Michael Bastian’s capsule collection for Randolph Engineering puts a fresh spin on the brand’s classic aviators, with colorful metal frames and floridly curved temple tips. Randolph Engineer's UV-protective, grey mineral crown glass lenses ensure that you can style about town.

The Number One Aviator - Made in the U.S.A.

There are countless aviator styles out there, but only one Randolph Engineering. Built for the U.S. Military, the RE Aviator surpassed their rigid specifications standards. When NASA Astronauts lift off the launch pad, or when America’s top gun pilots step into the cockpit, Randolph Engineering provides the priceless pair of sunglasses that helps them safely navigate the skies. 

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Randolph Engineering, Inc.

Randolph Engineering, Inc., also known as RE, was founded in 1972 by two engineers, Jan Waszkiewicz and Stanley Zaleski. At inception, the company focused on designing and manufacturing optical tools and machinery for the trade. After a while the company turned its attention to making its own eyewear, using the tools and machinery designed and manufactured by the company itself.

In 1982, RE became the prime contractor for military-style aviation flight glasses for the U.S. Department of Defense. During this decade, RE solidified themselves as the lead vendor to various U.S. Government Agencies for sunglasses, ophthalmic eyewear, and certain niche optical products. By the early 1990’s, commercial lines of premium products became available: sunglasses, shooting eyewear and prescription frames. Today, Randolph Engineering, Inc. has evolved into a full service commercial business with highly skilled engineers and experienced staff. Manufacturing operations are performed at our headquarters located in Randolph, Massachusetts.

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Randolph Engineering and Michael Bastian Bring Back the Clip-On Shades

BY TEOFILO KILLIP | FEB 7, 2013 | 2:33 PM | PERMALINK

Randolph Engineering and Michael Bastian have been giving us some awesome shades for the past couple seasons, and they’re back again. Along with re-working some classic shades, the collaboration designs two new styles for its newest drop. First the brand introduces its James Dean-inspired clip-on shades, which comes with detachable lenses when you want to wear them as prescription glasses. The second is the Rick Ross-esque Norwich shades, for the days when you want to feel like a bawse. If you are more into the classic shades, the square and tear drop aviators are also available. 

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