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I got a pair of these second hand when my friends uncle passed away. He worked for Lockheed (probably where he got them). I had never heard of them and never saw them in stores and figured it was just some dead brand from the 70's. But they were the best glasses I ever had. Definently going to look for some new ones. Glad I stumbled on this video!

@BeastMadeReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

Just bought a pair of the Aviator Matte Chrome and American Grey lenses. I actually went with non-polarized since I have two sets of Ray-Ban Aviators that are both polarized. The non-polarized have their advantages in some cases where you are looking at screens or dashboards with no interruption of viewing. Great pair of sunglasses; I like Ray Bans but love these RE! Great quality, and most of all BUILT IN THE USA!! Very rare these days. Please let the folks at RE know I bought them not only for the quality but for the USA manufacturing aspect!

i was on the fence about the Aviators, but this pushed me over the line. Excited to get them when they arrive.

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you like them! I absolutely love mine. I just took mine on a vacation so I got even more use from them. 🙂

Your review is the reason I bought concorde in Northern lights lenses. Thank you

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

Now all you need is Red Reddington's hat (James Spader) from "The Blacklist". Pennman Hat Company in Portuguese Beaver for around $650. 😀👍

Great review man! I used to follow you on Fragrance Bros but I've recently gotten to the point where I need high quality sunglasses in my life so thank you for the input my man!

@BeastMadeReviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Just got a pair of RE anderson Was choosing between serengetis or RE..chose RE because of your great review.. And you are right..they are just the best

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!!

I also bought my brand new Randolph Engineering Crew Chief in 1995 with gun metal frame and neutral gray lens. I'm still using it up to the present. That's more than 26 years! The nose pads just a bit yellow but it still looks awesome. I think I bought it for about $25 in peso equivalent here in the Philippines. Excellent quality! Thanks RE!

@BeastMadeReviews

2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Thanks for sharing!

@MrFernandochaos

2 жыл бұрын

They sold those in the Philippines interesting!

I almost bought a pair of Ray-ban Aviator glasses until I saw your video. I will be buying a pair of Randolph Aviator glasses now. I never knew about Randolph Engineering before your video. Damn they look nice!

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

glad to hear that! Randolph makes amazing sunglasses! Best of the best!

@davidbarber4709

Жыл бұрын

Jim a bought my first pair of Randolph aviators 2yrs ago av also had rayban aviators in the past now dont get me wrong the rayban are stylish and do the job and are very good but the Randolph are so much better a league apart honestly av had Persol rayban maui jim Gucci and the Randolph are better They feel better quality They feel well made This is only my opinion and you must choose for yourself What ever you decide good luck Dave ENGLAND

A bought a pair of Randolph aviators 2 yrs ago the best sunglasses av ever had true colour lenses for those who see things differantly fabulous Dave ENGLAND

Thanks for the video, I'm a big fan of Randolph Engineering. I have not tried the Hamilton, but have several of the other variants you reviewed, mostly the Concorde/Sportsman. I found the 55mm square aviator is a little too big for my liking so I may try a 52mm next.

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@alioshamichelen6588

3 жыл бұрын

Hey stephen, what size is your face in terms of temple to temple (frame size). Sorry for the question but i am doubtful about getting the 52 or 55 mm myself.

@stephenathon

3 жыл бұрын

​@@alioshamichelen6588 Hey, hope I can help. My temple to temple measurement is around 135mm. I've tried both the 55mm and the 52mm Randolph Aviators and I've decided the 52mm is too small aesthetically and functionally. While the 55mm aviator feels large, the reason is that the bridge is so wide to accomodate flight gear, or a larger nose. My favorite aviator fit is the Roka Falcon which has a smaller bridge and a similar lens size.

@alioshamichelen6588

3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenathon excelent Stephen, thanks for the info and the recomendation i didnt know Roka.

@stephenathon

3 жыл бұрын

Aliosha Michelen Sure. Roka is a lightweight sport crossover sunglass, much lighter weight than Randolph, but nylon lenses, not glass. There are similar “knockoff” square aviator styles out there that fit similar, just look for a bridge width smaller than Randolph’s 20mm. By the way, I have found the Randolph Concorde 57mm and Anderson frame to fit me really well.

Excellent video. Subscribed!

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome!

Just got the Cobalt, I'm loving them! :)

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

that's awesome! Those look amazing!

Have a pair of RX Randolph shooting glasses with two pair lenses. Best pair of glasses I have ever bought. Worth every dollar spent.

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

that's awesome! They are definitely worth it!

Cool Glasses Bro!! Here from the Frag Fam! 🤘

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

thank you! 😁😎😎

Hope you can make review for Randolphs Archer🙂

I have the MilSpec versions size 55 which i bought at Supreme HK Shop in Hong Kong....

Awesome review!

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

randolph aviator are similar to a older brand american optical pilots. both known for their military sunglasses

When deciding between a pair of American Optical Original Pilots or a pair of Randolph Engineering Aviators, I went with the AOs because they were the original brand worn by the Gemini and Apollo astronauts and that was the legacy I was after. I wear my AOs every day and love 'em. But now I really want the 23k/American Tan lenses combo that Ryan Gosling wears in The Nice Guys, and AO doesn't offer comparable lenses so Randolph it is. I just wish they offered Aviators with skull temples, I live in South Florida and it's hot as hell and I sweat and I'm concerned the bayonets will result in sliding down my sweaty nose.

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Both brands are excellent! As for Randolph, they have the best bridge pads I've ever used. I live in Alabama, so it gets pretty muggy here too, and Randolph always surprises me with how well they stay put as compared to most brands.

Great reviews!

@BeastMadeReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Be great if you could comment on each lens tint that Randolph offers......frames are one thing, but what the lens does wrt light is where sunglasses sink or swim..how much light is transmitted---sometimes, cloudy days and low light--more light let through is better.

Love my Randolphs! I still want a pair of the Cobalt lenses.

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Yes! Those look fantastic

@balkee42

4 жыл бұрын

I got a pair with the cobalt lens. Amazing

Yes, Don Draper wore the Randolph in madman. I actually reached out to the company and asked them and they verified. I own three pair of Aviators

@theundisputed3671

2 жыл бұрын

Which ones do you own? Are they polarized?

@davidh6799

2 жыл бұрын

@@theundisputed3671 I own 3 pair of the Aviators. 2 with polarized gray lens and 1 with the polarized cobalt lens. Amazing clarity. I got the matte chrome frames.

Love the Concordes

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

so great!

Great quality glasses. Just can't find a design combo I like in their line up.

@musapeyton3050

3 жыл бұрын

You probably dont care but if you are stoned like me during the covid times you can watch pretty much all the new movies on InstaFlixxer. I've been watching with my gf recently xD

love that these are made of metal and not plastic

@andremelandray7102

3 жыл бұрын

@TheWhateverGuy oh those were cheap 20$ glasses , few years later lens began to peel and this was the beginning for me to start looking for a more expensive pair.

Obviously top quality sunglasses. You just have to decide if they're worth it. You can get very nice aviators for a lot less that don't have the same "credentials". And by the way, don't lose them 🙂

I found the nose support on the original military version (Aviator) is more comforatable and fit better than the latest commercial one by Randolph. from now on I'll seek only the mil issued.

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Was it just the angle or the pads themselves? You can always adjust the nose support. They're bendable.

@kittenastrophy5951

4 жыл бұрын

@@BeastMadeReviews I have had 2 commercial ones and two mill aviator but I broke one side of the nose support on one commercial pairs resulting from bending it to fit my nose. Now only one modern randolph and two mil issued left. The commercial and mil ones use different nose support design. I don't understand why but I need not to adjust anything for the mil issued one. Both are 52mm size but a 55mm commercial fit me well unlike the smalller size.

Do they sell RE in prescription sunglass ?

what is your temple to temple size? And are you using matte chrome frame?

Pretty sure the pair he wore in Madmen were the 23k gold w/AGX lenses, but I guess I could be wrong. They definitely appear to have a green tint to them...

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Randolph told me the specific model, which I can't remember at the moment, but I think I put it in the video. Either way, you can't go wrong with any choice from Randolph. 😊

@erikkalifornia5182

3 жыл бұрын

@@BeastMadeReviews no doubt about that.

Arrange my traditional Randolph sunglasses for the last 8 years and love them every day can't recommend them enough

@ricardomarquez1986

4 жыл бұрын

Got a pair excellent quality. Regards from Copenhagen Denmark.

@v4sdude191

4 жыл бұрын

What finish did you get? how does it look now?

@babzpeter1

4 жыл бұрын

@@v4sdude191 I got the Matt Finish and it looks as good as it did when I bought it new

@v4sdude191

4 жыл бұрын

@@babzpeter1 what lense color

@babzpeter1

4 жыл бұрын

@@v4sdude191 Grey colour

Ha I didn’t realize that you reviewed other things. Nice review Daver

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

What's the exact colourway of your Aviators? PS I was wondering why you look so familiar. Cool to learn that you branched out to other videos from fragrances!

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

I believe mine are Gunmetal frames with black polarized lenses (my square ones)

Great review, my friend. How is the weight of the aviators? Are they heavy glass lenses?

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Well my square Aviators are glass, and they're not really heavy. The difference between them and the ultralight plastic lenses is noticeable, but I don't think I would say the glass lenses are heavy.

@caravaggio1571

2 жыл бұрын

@@BeastMadeReviews have you tried the cobalt lenses?

Eh...stuck on Ray Ban. Got 7 pairs and STILL want more. I'd love some Maui Jims though. I just can't bring myself to spend 300 or better on one pair AND not being able to try them on first. I guess there are Maui Jims somewhere in GA..but I can't bring myself to take a trip to the mall just for that. And trust me..if I am going for that..that's all I can afford to buy that day at the mall.

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I understand. Everyone finds their way to a product that they love. With me, it's Randolph. They're definitely worth it! But Ray Ban and Maui Jims are very good too.

I have problem with Randolph AVIATOR C 23K GOLD sunglasses with color issue & notepad broken because of low quality will you review it? Randolph is not co-orating

Hi! Can I ask if which will fit me 52mm or 55mm of Randolph Aviator? I only have one sunglass as of now its a Ray ban wayfarer ease and the size of it says 50-22-140 and it fits me well. I have a round face tho.

Man I literally bought my first pair of Randolph engineering aviators because of mad men too haha don was just class in appearance and it made me want a pair , I ended up getting the black Friday ones a year back in gold flash with black frames and my God they are amazing haha . I'm here to eyeball that northern lights finish and try to not order a pair haha great video !

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

haha! Yes! Great show! I love these Randolphs.

@Anthony-pd9ur

2 жыл бұрын

Was there a deal in Black Friday

@maryjudeszymanski767

Жыл бұрын

Highly recommend "Northern Lights".

My next pair will be the cobalt blue 23k polarised no matter what the cost A was told when youve worn Randolph you wont change True Dave ENGLAND

You mentioned different coating’s. For me this is a bad thing because the ones I’ve had picked lots of scratches easily. I find non coated crystal lenses to be better. Question, are these glasses all crystal lenses or some form of plastic?

@BeastMadeReviews

2 ай бұрын

Randolph offers both options. My original Aviators are glass, and the rest are plastic. But glass should be an option on all their models.

Are the lenses replaceable? Would I be able to buy aviators but use a separate color lens as long as they’re still aviators

@jlramirez9164

2 жыл бұрын

yes

Well it would be nice if they made an 8 base curve model. Classic 6 base aviator (square or teardrop) let in way too much like from the sides.

@BeastMadeReviews

2 жыл бұрын

I know they have a few other models. Not sure if they have a different curve or not.

@tomdavis3038

2 жыл бұрын

@@BeastMadeReviews unless I missed something on their website, they do not. I’m not being nit picky but the older I get, the more irritating it is to get blasted by intense light bleeding in from the sides. As an interesting note, take a look at pictures of people wearing classic shaped aviators in bright sun. 9 times out of 10 they are squinting. I’m far beyond trying to impress anyone with sunglasses so I wear them primarily if eye protection. I’d love to own a pair of RE sunglasses, but alas, it’s not to be. Cheers

I still prefer ray bans ngl no hate to randolph but raybans are easier to get here in england and have more customisation options which is ideal for me and shipping isnt 33£ on rayban its free i still want a pair but I’ll make do with my rayban aviators in gold with blue flash for now

I love my Ceil .

Hello, can you please share what color perception does the lens provide when you see through it? You mentioned that the outside is blue tint but the inside is brown tint. Thank you.

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

there are a few places online that discuss this. I think Randolph's website even goes into detail on the colors too. If I recall correctly, black is most common and just affects the brightness. Brown increases contrast. Green (aka AGX) reduces eye fatigue. There are other colors too, but I don't remember what they do. Here is the link to Randolph's page where they talk about the colored lenses: www.randolphusa.com/pages/our-lenses

@zxedacus00

3 жыл бұрын

@@BeastMadeReviews Apologies, I forgot to mention that I was referring to the Northern Lights since the outside is blue tint while the inside is brown. I did not manage to find the answer in their website so I'll try to find some forums to see if they mention about it. Thank you.

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

@@zxedacus00 Oh okay. I thought they mentioned it on the website before. I think the only difference with Northern Lights is that it's a blue mirrored finish with a light brown gradient lens.

can you let me know if you can use these as non-sun glasses prescription frames. thanks

@BeastMadeReviews

4 ай бұрын

I don't think they make regular prescription glasses. But I think they do make prescription sunglasses.

Zac Efron spectacularly wore the aviators in Baywatch also

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

That's right! I never watched the movie, but I remember the trailer. They looked great on him.

Can you get the Fusion polarized?

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

I think so, but I don't recall. I'm sure they have all the available options on their website. I would be surprised if they didn't offer these in polarized.

Can you get these in prescription??

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

I think so, but you would have to check with their website.

I love my Randolph frames but when I fly I wear Serengeti.

@BC08

2 жыл бұрын

You trying to crash? 😬

@elvergalarga8470

2 жыл бұрын

@@BC08 he probably meant Economy Class.

@BC08

2 жыл бұрын

@@elvergalarga8470 😄

@maryjudeszymanski767

Жыл бұрын

Randolph and Serengeti are two of my favorite brands.

At 2:01 they show a pair of Randolph’s, not AO’s?

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Is that the correct timestamp? I'm not sure what you are referring to.

@ Beastmade Reviews: how is their warranty?

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

They have a lifetime warranty. But I've never gone through the process to see how it works.

Did they discontinue the first model (Original aviator)? That link is not working. The one in the video is AF095?

@BeastMadeReviews

Жыл бұрын

thank you! I didn't know the links were not working. Just updated them. 😁 I think they still have that model of Original Aviator. I know the model itself is extremely popular. Not sure about the colors--those might go in and out of stock.

Your faceshape is quite similar to mine and these teardrop Concordes are too small for you. I have the same problem. 58 mm RB Aviators are too small due to the wider cheekbones...so bought the 62 mm and theyre the opposite...huge. 😢

@BeastMadeReviews

Жыл бұрын

I can't speak for your face shape, but I think these are just right.

@attilab.2818

Жыл бұрын

@BeastMadeReviews Please don't get me wrong, it's not a bad fit at all but could be a bit wider. The ideal fit is when the edges of the frame/lenses are in level with the widest part of the face (not the eyes). It can be quite challenging sometimes to find the right size.

How do these compare to Maui Jim aviators?

@BeastMadeReviews

Жыл бұрын

I haven't tried that specific model from Maui Jim. The models I've tried from them have all been excellent, though, so I assume they're more of the same. My personal take is that Randolph seems better. But I would need to see the MJs up close to compare.

Hi is there a purple lense would luv that

@BeastMadeReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure. They have a list of all their lenses on the website.

@sinasamar2566

2 жыл бұрын

@@BeastMadeReviewsdeep purple lense in glass ,will thanks again

Oh and I can say all my ray bans are still in tip top shape. BUT I haven't put them to the test..like I haven't drove a car over them yet. So....I don't know yet how good they are. You might be laughing but I'd love to be one of those people that just rips iPhones and sunglasses to shreds on my channel...and gets paid enough to buy 10 more.

You're going to want those Randolph's. If you can't afford, save and buy.

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

yes! Absolutely the best!

Randolph or Ray Ban? What is good?

@BeastMadeReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Imo, Randolph all day!

@Jopet.45

2 жыл бұрын

I think that randolph aviator of yours is fit for me,😁 can you gift me 1 of your randolph.?

@BeastMadeReviews

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jopet.45 Sure. Just send $200 for shipping.

@Jopet.45

2 жыл бұрын

@@BeastMadeReviews 😆😁

@Jopet.45

2 жыл бұрын

@@BeastMadeReviews it's a joke sir😊

Does Randolph produce Asian fit models? I don’t like it when the bottom of the glasses touches the cheeks.

I have a soft spot for AO's. Mad men wore them in madmen as they came out in 1958 when Randolph started in 1978. So to use an American saying: Go Fucking Figure!!!!

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

I know that's what Don Draper was supposed to be wearing, but Randolph themselves told me which model he wore for the show. Not sure why the show didn't go with AO, but they did take liberties here and there with their wardrobe.

You have beautiful head !

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

haha! Thank you! I think. 😂

@ticonice1745

4 жыл бұрын

🧐🤯😅🤣🤣🤣

American optical is better cu the quality is the same and are cheaper. A lot of actors use them

@pistachiosandpopcorn7146

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah those are some I have considered. I'm not interested in the fancy high class sunglasses..I'm a Ray Ban Girl. BUT AO is one I have thought about.

@jr4chargers

4 жыл бұрын

As someone who owns two pair of each I have to say that they are similar, but overall Randolph is better in every single way.

@jr4chargers

4 жыл бұрын

@@pistachiosandpopcorn7146 I wouldn't say "fancy high class" more like premium, since their lens have more technology to help you eyes. Also, Ray Ban is owned by Luxottica. A huge company that owns a lot popular glass brands. The quality of Ray Bans does not excuse the price at all. I own about 3 pairs of Ray Bans, btw. After I started to find out more about sunglasses and how Luxottica is trying to monopolize the market and bully small companies into selling their business to them, I stopped buying anything Luxottica.

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

American Optical is very good, but the quality is not on the same level as Randolph USA. I think AO is a good value for the money, though.

@WyvernX_

4 жыл бұрын

Randolph blows American Optical out of the water, granted you can get a pair of AOs for a 3rd of the price. I own several brands and nothing touches Randolph, the optical quality and build on the frames is honestly incredible.

They don't sell "Rose" gold for their frames

@maryjudeszymanski767

Жыл бұрын

They now have a Rose Gold Collection.

Dude looks like he gets 🐱💯

@kelvinndaki4543

3 жыл бұрын

Sure does

American Optical is the NASA Original!

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I talk about AO in a separate video

Nice, but too expensive. I could buy a computer for the same price.

@BeastMadeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Maybe a cheap computer that you will replace in a year. You can't find a computer that will last the rest of your life, though. Unlike Randolph USA, which will.

@bobolink890

4 жыл бұрын

@@BeastMadeReviews eh, good point ;-)

@balkee42

4 жыл бұрын

They got a sale going on now

Not for 250 dollars. I buy replicas. 4 yrs ago they cost 100

Do they sell in India ?

this was a 15 minute ad. You had absolutely no cons about them. These are quality shades sure but this didnt feel that objective

@BeastMadeReviews

3 жыл бұрын

Well, I don't really have cons about them. I love them. That aside, I don't always review things with cons in mind.