Old School Shades

[Wayland]

My new/old snow goggles have arrived.
The original lenses were cracked and de-laminated so I’ve swapped them out for some acrylic ones. Brushed up the rims a bit and they are good for another few decades I reckon.

They came in a dinky little tin as well.

Not sure how old there are but the laminated filter glass probably puts them over 60 years of age.

 

[crosslandkelly]

Nicely done Gary, they look good.

 

[Mesquite]

Nice restoration and very practible

 

[Wayland]

I’m pleased with them.

They will work well with the rest of my gear.

This next trip is becoming a bit of a fashion parade. We are all pimping our kit because we were basically ready for it last year.

I think I might have to sub title this one “Tarts in the Arctic” …

 

[Tony]

Excellent stuff, they look great

Out fo interest, did they perform as well as modern goggles? What's the main difference between something that old and a modern version? If there isn't any practical difference just aesthetics?

 

[Wayland]

In fairness, the modern goggles have a better field of view and cover more of the face in extreme conditions. I will still carry a modern pair but they will probably stay in my pack for most of the time.

These are lighter and I think more comfortable. Very subjective thing that.

 

[Ray Smears]

Nice.
I have a Juble version of these with leather side covers.
Regards
Ray

 

[zornt]

I can't see the pictures. bummer.
Have to wait till you post them on BCUSA, then they will show up.
Jon

 

[Wayland]

Try these on a https link: