Killy 469 Vintage High-End Technical Sports Sunglasses

The Killy 469 is the ultimate combination of Olympic performance and French luxury. Designed in the late 1980s in collaboration with the Maison Cartier, these glasses are designed to withstand the extreme conditions of high-altitude couloirs, while maintaining a sophisticated elegance that has made them an absolute cult object for collectors.

Innovative Construction and Materials

Carbon Fiber Frame: Unlike the 470, the technological heart of the 469 is the use of molded carbon fiber. This material guarantees unparalleled lightness and extreme structural rigidity, essential for maintaining optical stability during intense physical exertion.

Precious Metal Details: The carbon frame is often embellished with palladium and gold finishes, which not only enhance the aesthetics but also offer superior protection against the corrosive elements typical of mountain environments.

Breakaway Safety: One of the 469's rarest innovations is the safety hinge system, designed to break away in the event of a violent impact, dramatically reducing the risk of eye injury.

Comfort and Stability Engineering
Shock-Absorbing Nosepiece: The nosepiece is not fixed, but is a free-floating component equipped with an internal suspension spring to absorb shock and ensure a perfect fit during descents.
Dynamic Rotating Temple Tips: The 469 features temple tips that can rotate into two positions: one for a quick fit and the other that "hook" the ear for an ultra-secure fit, making the glasses virtually impossible to lose even in the event of sudden head movements.

Protective Brow Bar: Many variations of the 469 include a protective sweat bar/bumper, designed to absorb frontal impacts and protect the brow bone.

Precision Optics
Sun Extreme PS Lenses: The original lenses, often with a semi-mirrored or amber finish, are designed to eliminate snow glare and offer 100% UVA and UVB protection.
Authenticity Engraving: Each original model features the "killy" signature on the lens, a sign of top-quality French craftsmanship.

PROTECTION
100% UV-A
100% UV-B
IR PROTECTION

ITEM DETAILS
Brand: Killy
Model: 469 78
Color:001

Serial number: 030525

Dimensions of this item:
Large frame: 148 mm
Lens width: 66 mm
Bridge width: 11 mm
Temple width: 130 mm
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Production: 1980s
Condition: Rare and unique / New. Old stock / Never used / Signs of wear / See photos / Some scratches
Box/Case: The cardboard box has scratches and may be damaged + Soft case + Cleaning cloth