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ULYSSES

ULYSSES

★★★★★ Rated 5.0 by 116+ clients
Regular price $870.00
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Description

The Ulysses spacecraft was the first to orbit the sun and to exit our solar system. And just like its ancient namesake, Homer’s mythological traveler, the craft has experienced an impressively long journey: launched in 1990, it managed to operate successfully for over four times its original projected design life — In fact, the Ulysses still continues its heliocentric orbit today. The name shared by two most legendary explorers strikes us as perfect for Akoni’s latest take on the classic navigator frame. At first glance, it may give a sensation of featherweight lightness, but thanks to the long-lasting strength of the finest Japanese acetate and titanium, the Ulysses is well prepared for epic voyages. A masterly sculpted duo of acetate front sections — each topped with a striking floating titanium frame — is joined together by the sleekest of brow bars, embellished with an unexpected addition of our knurling pattern, an Akoni signature, which has migrated from its traditional placement on the temple.

MEASUREMENTS:
Eye: 57
Bridge: 18
Temple: 147

DETAILS:

  • Hinges: Custom titanium threaded tube screw system
  • Temples: Custom titanium with fluted round component
  • Temple Tips: Japanese acetate tipped with branded titanium
  • Nose Pads: Molded
  • Country of Origin: Made in Japan


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Free standard shipping on orders $250+. Most eyewear ships made-to-order with your prescription — exact ship dates confirm after checkout. Need it faster? Express shipping is available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Gazal Eyecare is an authorized dealer for every brand we carry — Jacques Marie Mage, Lindberg, Kuboraum, Akoni, Anne et Valentin, Thierry Lasry, Maui Jim, and our house brand Gazal Eyewear. Every frame is 100% authentic and sourced directly, with full manufacturer support.

  • Standard Orders: Ship as soon as ready and arrive within 3–7 business days (domestic).
  • Prescription Orders: Ship immediately upon completion of your custom lenses.
  • Special Orders & Pre-Orders: Require additional production time. For example, custom LINDBERG frames are ordered directly for you and take roughly 4–5 weeks to arrive before lens crafting begins.

All sales are final and we do not offer monetary refunds — many of our pieces are one-of-a-kind or very small production. Eligible items can be returned for store credit: within 3 days of delivery for shipped orders, or 3 days of purchase in store. Items must be unworn and in original condition with the original case and packaging. Store credit never expires; once a store credit has been used, that purchase is final.

Yes, try our Custom Lens Builder tool and use the virtual try-on option to see the frame on your own face before ordering.

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About Akoni

Akoni Eyewear sets a new benchmark in precision optical design—where Swiss engineering meets the revered craftsmanship of Japan. Minimalist in form but complex in construction, each frame is a study in balance, proportion, and intent.

Crafted from aerospace-grade titanium and rich Japanese acetate, Akoni’s designs are defined by their refined restraint and technical sophistication. Custom-engineered hinges, modular titanium nose pads, and sculpted temple cores offer superior comfort and structural integrity—details that speak not loudly, but intelligently.

Rooted in a philosophy of quiet power, Akoni Eyewear appeals to thinkers, creatives, and modernists who seek more than ornamentation. These are frames with presence, not flash—pieces that reward close inspection and reflect a deep appreciation for design integrity.

Gazal Eyecare is proud to offer a curated selection of Akoni optical and sun styles, each chosen for its architectural elegance and lasting craftsmanship. As one of the most respected independent eyewear brands today, Akoni delivers luxury Swiss eyewear for those who value precision over trend.

Explore the Akoni collection and experience high-end Japanese-made eyewear with purpose at every angle.

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