Randolph Engineering - Aviator Sunglasses As aviators became fashion staples and started reappearing on nose bridges everywhere with sun, it is easy to forget where these sunglasses originated from. To get a true aviator that serves its original purpose - for the military who needs to wear sunglasses under helmets. The aviators from Randolph Engineering are manufactured for the U.S Military, adhering to the strictest standards of production and specifications. The unique bayonet temples on Randolph Engineering aviators allow the sunglasses to fit comfortably under helmets and headgear; also, the soldier joints on these glasses come with lifetime warranty. If you are still unsure about how different these glasses are from the Ray-Bans you are about to purchase, just keep this little tidbit in mind- these aviators were there to protect the NASA astronauts eyes during lift off. If it s strong enough for NASA, it should be able to protect your eyes from all rays here on Earth. When it comes to aviators, we're usually interested in two qualities understated design and authenticity. Randolph Engineering features both. The company has been providing shades for the DOD since 1982, and they don't mess around with aesthetics, keeping the look plain and simple. And it's not just us, either. The brand has earned other fans in the fashion community. For real proof, see Michael Bastian's spring show. (No, seriously, he really loves those sunglasses.) What brand and model of sunglasses does Robert Duvall's character, Col. Kilgore, wear in Apocalypse Now? Answer: We had a strong hunch they were Randolph Engineering aviators, and after contacting their marketing department yesterday, confirmed it. They're $99 and available here. But fair warning: these really work best for Col. and above. About The Author John M. White, publisher of All-Things-Aviation.com, is an ATP pilot and aviation enthusiast. He writes articles providing valuable tips and advice for consumers interested in purchasing products for pilots and aviation aficionados. You can find a great selection of Randolph Engineering sunglasses along with advice on the importance of selecting the best aviator sunglasses for pilots.                © 2007 by John Michael Enterprises, LLC