Steampunk Chic; Halcyon Goggles

This morning I received a package from British Manufacture Halcyon containing a brand new pair of Vintage-style classic Goggles. I’m so impressed with the quality, aesthetics, functionality and even the retro-styled packaging I thought I’d put up a post about them!

Manufactured in the UK and based on the original RAF flying goggles of the 1940's, Halcyon Goggles are a popular choice for use with all styles of open face motorcycle helmets.

The goggles were packaged in a box that looked as if it’d been plucked from a museum cabinet or the depths of your granddad’s attic; I love the old-world feel of the three-colour graphic design, which although isn’t sophisticated, completely suited the identity of the product within.

After unwrapping the goggles from their tissue protection, the quality and craftsmanship was immediately apparent. The facemask is manufactured from soft brown leather and the frames are produced in Brass then painted. The lenses themselves feature unique twin-glazing and can be specified tinted, in laminated glass or even to your prescription! I went for the standard lenses for now, but new examples can be purchased clipped in at a later date.

There is a knurled adjuster across the nose bridge which results in a perfect fit once I put them on in conjunction with my Vespa Helmet; a quick trip out at lunchtime confirmed a very snug and comfortable fit.

The perfect accessory for a classic scooter or burbling hog. Just need a wax jacket or parka now...