Randolph Aviator Matte Black & Non-Polarized American Gray Glass Lens Military Sunglasses

What frame finish and brand are these sunglasses?

These are genuine Randolph Engineering Aviators in a matte black frame finish. The matte black helps reduce unwanted reflections in the cockpit, and the frame carries Randolph's signature bayonet temples. Randolph Engineering has built handcrafted aviation eyewear in the USA for decades, and this pair carries model reference AF320.

Where are these Randolph Aviator sunglasses made?

Randolph Aviator sunglasses are handcrafted in the USA. Each pair goes through more than 200 meticulous manufacturing steps at Randolph Engineering, which is part of why the frames are known for the durability and precision that commercial aviators, flight instructors, and military personnel rely on daily.

What makes this the Military Special Edition versus a standard Randolph Aviator?

This Military Special Edition pairs the classic Aviator frame with non-polarized American Gray SkyTec glass lenses and a presentation set built around the Aviator's military heritage. It arrives with a military issued case, a custom Randolph dog tag keychain, and a cleaning cloth, giving it a distinct look and feel compared with a standard boxed Aviator.

What comes in the box with these military sunglasses?

This military special edition ships with a military issued case, a custom Randolph dog tag keychain, and a cleaning cloth to keep the glass lenses clear. These accessories reflect the Aviator's military heritage and give you what you need to protect and maintain the sunglasses from day one.

Are these Randolph Aviators unisex?

Yes. The Randolph Aviator is a unisex frame worn by men and women alike. The matte black finish and classic aviator shape suit a wide range of faces, and Randolph offers the Aviator in more than one frame size so you can pick the fit that works best for you. Select your size from the options above.

Why are these Randolph Aviator sunglasses non-polarized?

These Aviators use non-polarized American Gray lenses by design. Polarized lenses can create rainbow patterns or dark spots on LCD and glass cockpit instrument displays, and can make it harder to spot other aircraft through a windscreen. The non-polarized lenses keep panels and traffic clearly visible while still cutting glare.

What is the American Gray lens tint and is it good for flying?

American Gray is Randolph's neutral gray tint. It maintains true color and contrast in all conditions, so reds, greens, and other colors look natural rather than shifted. That accurate color perception helps when reading instruments, charts, and traffic, making it well suited to bright cockpit and runway conditions.

Are the lenses real glass, what coatings do they have, and do they block UV?

Yes. These Aviators use SkyTec glass lenses built for optical clarity and true color in demanding flight conditions, with Vector Anti-Reflective and Blue Wave technology to reduce reflections and provide UV protection. The glass construction delivers the high clarity that commercial, instructor, and military pilots rely on daily.

Are glass lenses better than polycarbonate for pilots?

Glass lenses like these SkyTec lenses are prized for optical clarity and strong scratch resistance, which is why many pilots choose them for crisp, distortion free vision. Polycarbonate is lighter and more impact resistant. These Aviators use glass for the high clarity, true color performance that demanding flight environments reward.

What are bayonet temples and do they work with an aviation headset?

Bayonet temples are the straight arms on these Aviators, designed for comfort under headgear. Instead of curving down behind the ear, they run straight back so you can slide the sunglasses on and off without removing your headset or hat. This design helps eliminate pressure points during long flights.

How do I clean and care for the glass lenses?

Use the included cleaning cloth or a microfiber lens cloth to gently wipe the SkyTec glass lenses, and rinse off grit before wiping to avoid scratching. Store the sunglasses in the included military issued case when not in use. The Vector Anti-Reflective coating stays clearest when you avoid abrasive cloths or paper towels.

Can I get these Randolph Aviators in a prescription?

This is the non-prescription Military Special Edition with non-polarized American Gray glass lenses. For a prescription pair, PilotMall carries a full range of pilot sunglasses. Check out our Pilot Sunglasses collection for additional Randolph Aviator options.