Ray-Ban Bausch & Lomb Olympian III 80s vintage sunglasses
The legacy of Ray-Ban's iconic eyewear craftsmanship traces back to the late 1930s when Bausch & Lomb crafted the first Ray-Ban aviator sunglasses for the US military. For over six decades, Ray-Ban maintained a commitment to optical excellence and continual innovation, creating timeless styles that became cultural symbols. Vintage Ray-Ban sunglasses have a rich history, blending military heritage with style and innovation.
The "Olympian" collection represents athleticism, strength, and excellence, qualities often associated with the Olympics. Ray-Ban aimed to market the Olympian collection as high-performance eyewear, suitable for both athletes and those leading active lifestyles. The name reflected the aspiration to be the "gold standard" in eyewear, aligning with the prestige of the Olympic Games.
These Ray-Ban Olympian III W0742 sunglasses are a unisex model from the iconic Olympian Collection of the 1980s, made in the USA by Ray-Ban. They feature the original Bausch & Lomb G15 mineral lenses, offering 100% UV protection. The frame has the classic Ray-Ban signature style, with a sporty, sleek design perfect for any occasion.
Tortoise brown/gold
Dimensions
Temple length: 135mm
Vertical height: 49mm
Horizontal width: 135mm
Size guide
This frame fits a Medium size face (frame width 130-137mm)
Made in USA
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Our glasses come with detailed measurements in the product description.
The key measurement is the frame width, which is the distance from the inside of the right temple to the inside of the left temple. To ensure a perfect fit width-wise, we recommend measuring an existing frame that fits you comfortably, providing a valuable reference. For minor size concerns like nosepads and temple lengths, an optician can make adjustments.
We've also included a size guide in the glasses description to assist your selection.
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Yes, we take pride in offering you vintage eyewear that looks and feels like it just came off the shelf.
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It depends on the frames. While we strive to include the original case with every purchase, we don't always have the original case available. However, you can rest assured that we provide our signature hard case and a cleaning cloth with each purchase.
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We take pride in our ability to source rare vintage frames that have stood the test of time. Our secret lies in our extensive network of reliable partners located around the world. Since 2014, we've been building strong relationships with these partners, allowing us to curate a unique selection of vintage frames that are both timeless and unworn.
Our products
Each frame is carefully handpicked by knowledgeable historian staff and every single frame has quite a story – most of them come from the 60s, 70s and 80s yet all of them have remained unworn which gives the glasses exceptional value as they truly are one of the uniquest on planet.
Design & Quality
Our aim is to find the unfindable with timeless design and quality – the brands we represent include the rarest models for ladies and gents by such brands as —
Cazal, Alain Mikli, Dior, Nina Ricci, Zeiss, Cartier, Alpina, Ray-Ban, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Dunhill, MCM, Paloma Picasso, Persol, Ted Lapidus, Neostyle, Carrera and many more.
Brand Establishment
The House of Vintage Frames was established in 2010 as the official distributor of unworn vintage frames and sunglasses in Scandinavia and the Baltic States.