đśď¸ Overview Up for sale is an authentic pair of 1990s Vintage Bausch & Lomb Ray-Ban Teardrop Aviator Sunglasses. Featuring the classic Arista Gold electroplated frame paired with iconic G-15 neutral green glass lenses, this is the definitive model L0205 made in the USA before production shifted to Luxottica. đ Dimensions & Specifications Brand: Bausch & Lomb (B&L) Ray-Ban Model: L0205 Frame Style: Teardrop Aviator / Classic Metal Lens Size: 58mm (Medium / Standard Large) Bridge Width: 14mm Temple Length: ~135mm Frame Color: Arista Gold (Electroplated) Lens Color: G-15 Classic Neutral Green Glass Lens Etchings: Etched with "BL" near the hinges (and scripted Ray-Ban logo on right lens) đ Condition Report Overall: Good vintage condition. Very solid, wearable pair. Lenses: Very good for their age, with only light, minimal hairline surface marks that do not compromise vision. Frames: Good condition with honest signs of ageâsome micro-pitting and surface patina on the metal finish typical of vintage B&L frames. Structure: Excellent integrity. The frames are tight and solid with strong, smooth hinges. Hardware: Original nose pads and clear temple tips are in clean, good condition with minimal yellowing. Included: Comes with the original B&L Ray-Ban leatherette hard case and a replacement polishing cloth. đď¸ History & Heritage Before Luxottica acquired Ray-Ban in 1999, Bausch & Lomb manufactured these original Aviators in the USA. Originally created in 1937 for US military pilots to eliminate high-altitude glare, the G-15 green lens absorbs 85% of visible light while providing true color perception. The Arista frame features a fine cross-hatch pattern along the brow bar and bridge, making late-B&L production models highly sought after by collectors for their unmatched optical clarity and military-spec build quality. đˇď¸ Keywords & Search Tags â Vintage Ray-Banâ â Bausch and Lombâ â B&L Ray Banâ â Ray-Ban Aviatorâ â L0205â â 58/14â â Arista Goldâ â G-15 Lensâ â Green Glass Lensâ â USA Madeâ â 90s Sunglassesâ â Top Gun Styleâ â Classic Aviatorsâ â Pilot Sunglassesâ â Vintage Eyewearâ â Collectable Ray Bansâ â BL Etchedâ â Gold Frame Aviatorsâ â Unisex Sunglassesâ â Original Ray Banâ