Carrera - Rare 1985 Boeing Collection by Carrera 5701 Pilot - Sunglasses

Rare 1985 Boeing Collection by Carrera 5701 Pilot Sunglasses – Complete New Old Stock Set – Made in Austria

Offered for auction is an exceptional and highly collectible pair of original 1985 Boeing Collection by Carrera 5701 Pilot sunglasses, presented as a complete New Old Stock (NOS) set.

Developed through the legendary collaboration between Boeing and Carrera, these sunglasses combined advanced aviation functionality with the renowned craftsmanship of Carrera's Austrian manufacturing. The 5701 is widely regarded as the flagship model of the Boeing Collection, admired for its bold design, technical innovations and outstanding build quality.

This example is finished in the elegant Color Code 40 with a yellow gold frame, subtle silver accents and original brown Carrera C100 Ultrasight gradient lenses featuring the Boeing logo. The lenses provide excellent optical clarity, anti-glare performance and full UV protection.

The 5701 has become one of the most sought-after models from the Boeing Collection and has been worn by celebrities including Al Pacino, Rick Ross, Lindsay Lohan, Wiz Khalifa and Kim Kardashian.

Complete New Old Stock examples with their original accessories have become increasingly difficult to find, making this an outstanding opportunity for collectors of vintage Carrera eyewear, aviation memorabilia and iconic 1980s design.

Technical features:
Brand: Boeing Collection by Carrera
Model: 5701
Reference: 5701 / Color 40
Made in Austria (1985)
Original Carrera C100 Ultrasight gradient brown lenses
Gold-plated frame with silver accents
Signature mechanical centre bridge
Rotating, height-adjustable nose pads
Flexible red bumper temple mechanism
Spring-loaded hinges
Shock-absorbing ear hooks
Serial number engraved on the inner temple

The Boeing 5701 is celebrated for its distinctive oversized pilot design and innovative engineering, making it one of the most desirable Carrera models ever produced.

Condition:
This pair is offered in never worn mint condition.

Frame retains an excellent, bright gold finish.
Original lenses are in excellent vintage condition with only minimal signs of storage.
Original hard case are included, complete with matching factory production stickers.
Also includes the original Boeing booklet and silver soft pouch (the pouch shows age-related deterioration from long-term storage).

Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and accurately illustrate the condition of this vintage set.

Included:
Original Boeing Collection by Carrera 5701 sunglasses
Original hard case
Original silver hard box
Original Boeing booklet
Original silver soft pouch

Dimensions:
Lens width: 62 mm
Bridge: 12 mm
Temple length: 125 mm
Front width: approximately 140 mm

Size 62*12 (was considered the "Small" size back in the 1980s, corresponds to a modern day large)

The sunglasses will be carefully packed in a sturdy shipping box and dispatched via a reliable courier service with full tracking and insurance for safe delivery.