Name: Jaguar
Brand: American Optical
SKU: 4799
Price: 269.00 EUR
Availability: BackOrder

Introduced in the 1960s, the Jaguar embodied what American Optical called at the time “the new forward-looking style.” With its thicker profile, bold lines, and distinctive detailing, the frame notably found a fan in Pulitzer Prize-winning author John Updike.

Classic without being tied to a particular era, bold without ever feeling overpowering, the Jaguar stands out with its structured silhouette and unique faceted details at the outer corners, giving it an instantly recognizable character.

Today’s Jaguar has been expertly refined to recapture the authentic fit and vintage character of the original. Its robust seven-barrel hinge reflects a design built to last, true to American Optical’s enduring craftsmanship.

For decades, its distinctive silhouette has been worn by those with something to say: writers, thinkers, creators, and individuals who understand that the right details make all the difference.

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Vintage ribbon-inspired detail from the American Optical archives

7-barrel hinge for enhanced strength and durability

Famously worn by writer John Updike

Buying from American Optical guarantees that you are purchasing products stored in France, which will not be subject to additional customs duties or VAT for any orders shipped to a country within the European Union.

AO Lite™ Nylon lenses are made from high-quality nylon, offering a lightweight, impact-resistant lens with superior visual comfort.
True Color Gray™ technology reduces eye fatigue in bright light conditions.

100% UVA and UVB protection (Category 3)

Internal anti-reflective coating

Oleophobic, smudge-resistant treatment

Impact resistant (ANSI Z80.3)

Scratch resistant

Lightweight, comfortable lens

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