
Original Pilot Blue Moon
A limited edition of the 1st sunglasses on the moon.

In 1969, man landed on the moon. It took exceptional gear to get there, including the Original Pilot. This limited edition pair honors that history.
Designed to Break Barriers

Bayonet temples are serialized for authenticity and designed to eliminate helmet, hat, and headset interference.


Deep Blue SunFlash™ Mineral Glass Lenses are inspired by Earth's reflection in the visors of Apollo spacesuits.


Silver, aged antique frames evoke the lines of the rugged lunar surface.
Original Pilot Blue Moon
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On July 20, 1969, man landed on the moon. It took a lot of exceptional gear to get there, including the Original Pilot. These limited edition sunglasses celebrate space exploration from a new angle. Rather than staring out to space, imagine gazing at Earth from the moon. Silver aged antique frames evoke the moon’s rugged surface while deep blue SunFlash mirror lenses evoke the view of our pale blue dot from outer space.
- Brand: American Optical
- SKU: OPB55BTSMNMG
- UPC: 738921585183
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With Every Pair

With Every Pair
- Exclusive cleaning cloth
- Certificate of Authenticity
- Custom gifting box and sleeve
- AO branded case
Wear a Piece of History
1969The Original Pilot, then called the FG-58, became the first sunglasses on the moon, worn by the entire Apollo 11 crew. Each pair were part of survival kits to provide astronauts protection should they land in tough terrain when returning to Earth. A pair from the moon mission is now on display at the Smithsonian.



“Collectible, Wearable, and Timed to History.”
