Randolph Engineering Sunglasses

 Born from the U.S. Military

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. Since then, the Aviator has become a flagship product and has set the standard for our world-class quality.

These sunglasses are the epitome of serious equipment. From their unique bayonet temples that are designed to fit comfortably under headgear, to the lifetime warranted solder joints, you can always rely on the Aviator to perform... especially when you need it.

This style is also available as a prescription frame with optional sunglass clip-ons. The Aviator is the first of many Randolph Engineering sunglasses that are worn by those who demand the best.

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.

A  universal icon

The Randolph Engineering Aviator gained an iconic sub-culture level status in 1976 when Robert De Niro donned a pair, along with a mohican haircut and military get-up for his role of Travis Bickle in Taxi Driver.

The 'military-chic' association was then reinforced three years later when Apocalypse Now - Francis Ford-Coppola’s Vietnam war Epic - took the world by storm. It came in the form of Lt. Colonel Kilgore sporting a shiny pair of RE aviators, while saying his legendary phrase: "I love the smell of napalm in the morning!".

Nowadays, thanks to cult icons such as Johnny Depp and Don Draper (played by Jon Hamm - who wears the Randolph Engineering Aviator in the hit series Mad Men) the model has been made accessible to a wider, more fashion conscious market - besides the traditional military enthusiasts!