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Flying Eyes ophthalmic line has brought our patented microthin temple technology to everyday eyewear!
Each style has optional magnetic clip-on front options with tinted lenses. They are currently available in Matte Black with Gradient Gray or Solid Gray lenses. You can have your prescription installed in the frame and use the magnetic fronts to provide tinting in bright environments!
Any optical shop can work with these flat-lens styles, meaning
No more searching for an optician who can make lenses for sunglass frames and
No more needing to switch between your regular glasses and sunglasses!
You can choose a magnetic clip-on with your purchase or purchase an additional magnetic clip-on with tinted lenses separately.
Want to know what makes the Athene eyeglasses unique?
Micro-thin Resilamide™ are 1mm thin for ultimate comfort and functionality
Temples that wrap around your head; not around your ears
Smooth, molded nose pads prevent pressure points on your nose
Currently available in Matte Black
Magnetic clip-on attachments are currently available in Matte Black with Gradient Gray or Solid Gray lenses
