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Original Pilot Blood Moon

The second limited edition in AO’s lunar series

Arriving March 3rd
Only 999 available
Astronaut on moon with American flag during first moon landing

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

AO Original Pilot Blood Moon temples closeup with serialization

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

AO Original Pilot Blood Moon lens closeup

AOLite™ SunVogue nylon lenses echo the moon’s deep red glow during an eclipse, finished with a custom lens etch commemorating this rare lunar event.

AO Original Pilot Blood Moon lens closeup
Full moon photo with craters and surface details

Matte armor black velvet plating evokes the darkened skies of an eclipse.

Original Pilot Blood Moon

$265

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With Every Pair

Included items with the AO Original Pilot Blood Moon sunglasses
  • Exclusive cleaning cloth
  • Certificate of Authenticity
  • Custom gifting box and sleeve
  • AO branded case

Wear a Piece of History

1969

The 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.

Apollo 11 moon landing
Apollo 11 lands on the moon
Apollo 11 moon landing
Gemini XI astronauts wear the Original Pilot
Apollo 11 moon landing
Michael Collins' Apollo 11 Sunglasses, Smithsonian

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