17th October, 2007
Eyewear: Wooden Frames
There was a guy at Vision Expo West in the Galleria that made wooden frames. I believe his company was called Wood Optics, which doesn’t appear to have a website. I didn’t take the time to chat with him, but I’ve always been fascinated by wooden frames, so I thought I would post a few of the manufacturers/craftsmen, I’ve come across.
Urban Spectacles of Wood - Chicago, IL
Scott Urban hand makes and custom designs eyeglass frames from exotic hardwoods and other experimental materials such as vinyl records.
Herrlicht - Erfurt, Germany
Herrlicht produces beautiful frames made from maple and cherry. Herrlicht frames undergo a special process which according to their website makes them extraordinarily flexible and suitable for everyday use.
Best Glasses - Moscow, Russia
With some of the most interesting designs I’ve seen, Anton Saltanov of Best Glasses has been making wooden frames since 1995. His newest designs include a silicon layer that protects both the wood and lenses from cracking as the frame material expands and contracts.
If anyone has any experience with these or other wooden frame producers, I’d love to hear your comments below.
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November 16, 2007 at 12:41 am
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On September 4, 2008 at 10:37 am Patty Pravo said:
September 4, 2008 at 10:37 am
have you seen www.archipendolo.com ?
you will like those wood frames too.