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product_id: 459616712
title: "AO Eyewear Original Pilot Sunglasses 55mm Matte Chrome Frames with Bayonet Temples and True Color Grey Glass Lenses (OP52M.BA.TC)"
brand: "american optical"
price: "VT1690"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/459616712-ao-eyewear-original-pilot-sunglasses-55mm-matte-chrome-frames-bayonet
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# AO Eyewear Original Pilot Sunglasses 55mm Matte Chrome Frames with Bayonet Temples and True Color Grey Glass Lenses (OP52M.BA.TC)

**Brand:** american optical
**Price:** VT1690
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AO Eyewear Original Pilot Sunglasses 55mm Matte Chrome Frames with Bayonet Temples and True Color Grey Glass Lenses (OP52M.BA.TC) by american optical
- **How much does it cost?** VT1690 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/459616712-ao-eyewear-original-pilot-sunglasses-55mm-matte-chrome-frames-bayonet)

## Best For

- american optical enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted american optical brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Description

The U.S. Armed Forces' best-kept secret now available in the consumer market. Performance-tested sunglasses with classic aviator styling. The General has been a favorite of U.S. military pilots for more than 50 years. Engineered to rigid military specifications and issued to millions of U.S. Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Airmen since 1958.The rugged and sturdy structure and high quality finishing of the steel alloy frame coupled with distortion free, toughened and polished True Color glass lens have made the AO Flight Gear Collection the standard bearer of all fine military sunglasses. To measure for frame sizing; First, stand in front of a mirror. Second, Hold a ruler so one end is lined up with your right temple and the ruler goes over the bridge of the nose. Third, measure distance between your temples to the nearest 1/4 inch. For better accuracy, measure to 1/8th inch. Keep ruller straight, avoid bending ruler. For Frames 52mm-up to 5 inches. For frames 55mm 5 inches to 5 1/2 inches. For 57 and 58mm-5/12 to 6 inces. Please note, temple lenght is determined by frame size. Warranty;For one year from date of purchase, AO Eyewear will repair or replace this eyewear (at their option) if defective in material or workmanship. No warranty is expressed or implied regarding damage resulting from consumer misuse or neglect or for any consequential damages arising out of the use of the glasses.

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I am concerned about impact protection if I buy these for use in the cockpit. Glass lenses are the least impact resistant, aren't they?**
A: Fritz, these glasses are scratch and impact resistant made from the same distortion free mineral glass used on watch faces, and their grey tint provides the truest perception of colors.

**Q: Are these glasses polarized?**
A: No they are not.  Any AO polarized glasses will be clearly marked as such.  Any proper aviator sunglasses are not polarized, due to the fact that all instruments in an airplane have polarized screens, and viewing a polarized screen through polarized lenses makes the screen appear black (you might have noticed this if you've ever looked at a GPS with polarized glasses on).

**Q: are the lenses polorized?**
A: The true color lenses are not polarized

**Q: can i pay cash on delivery?**
A: No, I am sorry that option is not available if you have the cash at the time of delivery you have it at the time of purchase

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ AO Original Pilot Military Sunglasses (Chrome,57mm)
*by S***E on November 13, 2013*

These are the real McCoy! Don't fall prey to imitations. The lenses in these glasses are engineered to give "true color" and they do! They are crystal clear with no imperfections. The matte nickel, bead blasted frames are most attractive and do not reflect light. The temple braces fit snugly to the head and do not cause pressure on the ears like regular sunglasses. I have several other pilot's glasses including Ray Ban's and the AO's are much more comfortable when worn for long periods.Overall, I don't see a need to spend a lot of $$ on fashion sunglasses that aren't for real. If you are a pilot, these will be your favorites. They make cloud formations stand out nicely.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best value and quality out there
*by T***A on October 4, 2015*

I have always bought the $20-30 plastic lensed sunglasses that because I'd lose or break sunglasses no matter what they cost, but I was considering finally biting the bullet and buying a very high end pair of Oakleys or RayBans for $200+. I have never been able to bring myself to buy a high, high end pair of sunglasses, mainly because I still tend to be too rough on them, scratch them or lose them too quickly. However, I'd reached the point where I was about to do so because the glare and warped view of the world given by the cheap sunglasses was driving me nuts. I wanted to see the world clearly. That's when I came across a review of the American Optical Pilot glasses.Wow! Fantastic value! The clarity and durability of the glass is unlike any other pair of glasses I've ever owned. It is a real pleasure to wear a pair of sunglass that don't flare up when looking sunward. And they just don't scratch.But the thing that surprised me the most is how comfortable they are. I've never worn glasses with the aviator bayonet frame arms (rather than the over the ear arms) and I am pleasantly surprised at how comfortable and sturdy they are. When I wear over the ear frames, they tend to weaken over time and the hinge breaks after a while. Doesn't happen with these.I seriously doubt I'd have been more pleased with a $2-300 pair of sunglasses.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ great...for the price point.
*by G***L on January 7, 2016*

For the price, these are great. Those saying they are better than high end glasses have probably never owned a pair. They are much lighter weight than both of my Ray bans, which can be a good thing. But the frames are thin...almost too thin, to the point of cheapy. The glass is quality and super clear, but also thin.Size wise, I got the 57s and I wish they were wider, but I have a pretty big noggin. The style is great...classic. You won't set any trends wearing these, they just look good.They are better than any cheapo glasses you'll find at target or wal-mart by far and for around $50, they are well worth the price. Just don't go in expecting the quality and materials of $200 ray bans or Maui Jims.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-03*