Reviews - Page 5 - AO Original Pilot Sunglasses, Black, CC Gray Poly Lens, Bayonet, 52mm B-CPP-BNT-52 Reviews - AO-SG-FlGOrPilot-B-CCP-BNT-52

Author: eric (verified customer) from Fort Worth TX on May 7, 2012
Pros:  good quality, good price
Cons:  they were backordered, and took an extra week
Would recommend:  yes

eric wrote:

These were backordered after I ordered them, but they shipped them about a week later, and they arrived quickly after that. Very good quality glasses so far. I've had them about two months now.

Author: bvb98 (verified customer) , Law student, from Narragansett, Rhode Island on May 6, 2012
Pros:  Superior Quality, styling, and originality
Cons:  None yet
Would recommend:  yes

bvb98 wrote:

Absolutely the BEST value around. I searched all over the internet and at all my local Army/Navy Surplus stores and could not find a price that even came close. These are the real, authentic original pilot glasses by the original manufacturer. It doesn't get any better than that~

Author: Jason B from Madison, WI on Apr 24, 2012
Pros:  Build quality, optical quality
Would recommend:  yes

Jason B wrote:

I was looking for something in between Target aviators and Ray Bans, but these might actually be even better than the Ray Bans. You can see the quality immediately: the polarized glass lenses have incredible optical quality, the hinges are ridiculously solid, and they look great. No reason to spend more money, especially when these are made in the USA!

Author: DLB (verified customer) from Omaha, NE on Apr 22, 2012
Pros:  Outstanding quality, fit & finish are great.
Cons:  I don't like the bayonet temples like I thought I would.
Would recommend:  yes

DLB wrote:

I got the glass, non-polarized lenses for flying. I love the quality of these lenses and frames -- they're absolutely crystal clear, no distortion and easy to clean without having to worry about scratching the lenses. I bought AO because I knew I could order extra temples and lenses if I wanted to change. I'm about to order a second pair, polarized, for driving and on the motorcycle.

Author: biggie robs (verified customer) , I'm a person., from Jamaica Plain on Apr 11, 2012
Pros:  Lens quality
Cons:  Heavy glass lenses
Would recommend:  yes

biggie robs wrote:

I should point out that I am aware that glass lenses are heavier than plastic/polycarbonate. However, my only complaint with these sunglasses is that they feel heavy. Otherwise, I love them

Author: johnwtaylor2 from lenoir city tn on Apr 10, 2012
Pros:  classic style - great fit
Cons:   a little heavy
Would recommend:  yes

johnwtaylor2 wrote:

frames - sturdy and bulletproof. can stand up to my 3 year old and 1 year old jerking them off my head and using them for a toy. the cable temples are very comfortable and make that harder for them to do. lenses - glass optics are pefrect. no distortion. clarity is awesome. they are a bit on the heavy side, but you get used to it. size - im 5'10" 200lbs and the 55mm are the perfect size. not to big, and not too small. next i think i will get some in gold with the true green lens...i can't wait

Author: cirrusbs (verified customer) , Hunting & Fishing, from granbury,tx on Mar 30, 2012
Pros:  lightweight, strong, great value
Would recommend:  yes

cirrusbs wrote:

Great value for sunglasses. Lightweight and strong.

Author: Noney (verified customer) from Hollywood, FL on Mar 26, 2012
Pros:  STURDY, classic design, great value, high quality lens
Cons:  Flimsy case
Would recommend:  yes

Noney wrote:

The classic Pilot from the original manufacturer -- what more could you ask for? This is a timeless design with a very high quality lens that's built like a friggin tank. Oh, did I mention value? These sunglasses are easily worth twice the money. I have been a dyed-in-the-wool Ray Ban wearer for more than 20 years but I don't connect with their newer styles, so I began looking for classic designs with some character and history behind them. My search led me to American Optical. If you have to have the Randolph Engineering brand, which is the current military supplier, then by all means go for it, but those in the know will choose American Optical. You absolutely will not regret purchasing these sunglasses.

Author: Wiggi (verified customer) , USAF Vet, from Cincinnati, Ohio on Mar 22, 2012
Pros:  Comfotable, effective, good looking!
Cons:  None
Would recommend:  yes

Wiggi wrote:

I've used these glasses for many years, going back to my days as an Air Force pilot. I was unable to get a pair for many years until I found them at the base exchange at Eglin AFB Florida a few years ago. Now that I can get them on-line makes it much more convenient.

Author: Pilot1984 (verified customer) , Private Pilot, from Nashua, NH on Mar 13, 2012
Pros:  Durable, comfortable, affordable and look awesome.
Cons:  None
Would recommend:  yes

Pilot1984 wrote:

Second pair I've owed. First pair I had for four years. Absolutely love these shades. Will definitely be buying them again.