Some frames are designed to be seen. The Pilot is designed to be felt.

Crafted from aerospace grade titanium, the Pilot delivers oversized coverage with a weight so negligible it disappears on your face. Corrosion-proof, hypoallergenic, and built to outlast every pair of sunglasses you've owned before — this is what the material was always capable of, finally executed without compromise.

Handmade in Fukui, Japan. Worn anywhere.

Previously carried by Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Bloomingdale's, Liberty London and Monocle. Now exclusively at Atelier Vingt-Deux®.

Carl Zeiss lenses. Every Pilot ships with genuine Carl Zeiss optics — the global benchmark for optical precision, clarity, and UV protection. Oversized coverage. Unmatched clarity.

24ct gold plated. The Yellow Gold finishes — Polished and Matte Brushed alike — are 24ct gold plated over titanium, the standard a jeweller would specify, applied to eyewear.

Specifications

• Frame material: Aerospace grade titanium
• Lenses: Carl Zeiss — optical-grade clarity, 100% UV400 protection
• Lens width: 56mm
• Bridge: 17mm
• Temple length: 150mm
• Weight: Approx. 20g

Not sure about fit? See our size guide →

Available Finishes

• Polished Titanium — Khaki, Azur, Purple, Green, Blue, Silver
• Matte Carbon Ti — Black, Green, Blue, Silver
• Matte Graphite Ti — Aqua, Coral, Blue, Pink
• Polished Yellow Gold (24ct gold plated) — Brown, Gold
• Matte Yellow Gold Brushed (24ct gold plated) — Rose, Gold

What's in the Box

• Atelier Vingt-Deux® titanium frame
• Branded leather case
• Velvet protective pouch
• Microfibre cleaning cloth
• Atelier Vingt-Deux® gift box

Shipping, Returns & Guarantee

• Complimentary EU shipping. Rest of world €15, free over €250 — every order dispatched via DHL, fully tracked and insured.
• Prescription-ready. Every frame ships with non-prescription Carl Zeiss UV400 lenses. The titanium frame is built to be glazed, so any optician can fit your prescription — note that once lenses are cut in, the frame can no longer be returned.
• 14-day returns, free both ways. Changed your mind? Return your frame within 14 days for a full refund — we send a free prepaid return label. Size exchanges are free with postage paid both ways. Frame must be unworn and in original, undamaged condition.
• Handmade to last. Each pair is hand-finished in Japan from aerospace grade titanium — corrosion-proof, hypoallergenic, and built to outlast every pair you've owned before.
• Duties & taxes (outside the EU). Orders shipped beyond the EU may be subject to local import duties and VAT/GST on delivery, paid to the courier — no surprises at your door.