COCCYX

SACRUM

LUMBAR VERTEBRA

THORACIC VERTEBRA

CERVICAL VERTEBRA

SPRING

VERTEBRA

COVER PLATE

SPRING RETAINER

HIGH TENSILE CABLE

PRIMARY HOUSING

A R E V O L UT I O N I N HINGE TECHNOLOGY

Here at SPINE we solve complex problems through intelligent engineering. Form follows function, aesthetics are dictated by technology and the solutions their relationship offers. Science takes centre stage.

Inspired by the interaction between vertebrae, SPINE solves age-old hinge limitations. Unencumbered by traditional parts and manufacturing processes, we strive to out-think the competition. Globally patented, you can be assured there is no substitute, so don’t accept one.

Continual flex appeal - SPINE hinges grip all day long, morphing to fit any face shape, head size, all with the lightest of touch. Temples open and close smoothly, gradually, without flicking and traditional “dead” points.

There are no screws loose here - because there are no screws used in SPINE working mechanics. Accidental impacts are glanced off as SPINE moves in all directions, absorbing and dissipating shocks thus greatly reducing breakage.

Our pièce de résistance? Temples shut automatically.

Yes, they really do.

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GR A N TED PATEN T S A ND/ OR PATEN T PENDING INCLUDE :EUROPE No. 09807579.9 USA No. 13/ 142970 CANADA No. 2748858 CHINA No. 200980156720.4 SOUTH KOREA No. 2011-7017957

JAPAN No. 2011-544108 BRAZIL No. PI 092 3802-6 ITALY No. MI2008A002355 PCT No. PCT/ IB2009 / 055965

XXL

XS

AUTOSHUT

FLEXTECH

DURABILITY

EVOLUTION

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/ / MICRO INJECTION MOULDING (MiM)

And here’s the technical bit…

…in order to produce the engineering precision demanded by the patented SPINE hinge system, only the MiM metal working process can be trusted to create such complex forms in one single operation, in this critical a volume.In brief, the process involves taking finely-powdered metal, mixing it with a binder material and passing it through a process known as injection mould forming, which employs an area of physics known as “rheology”, the study of the flow of matter.

/ / SPINE CABLE & SPRINGS The spun wire cable is the heart of the SPINE hinge and is produced by the leading manufacturer in the world. It’s diameter is a mere 0.60mm and at full tensile strength can hold over 300kg.

The dual springs not only provide the pulling power of SPINE, but they allow the articulation of the vertebrae and enable our unique auto-shut mechanism.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

/ / FRICTIONLESS VERTEBRAE

There are 5 working SPINE vertebrae constantly interacting seamlessly with each other to create a 90 degree hinge opening. As every element helps the other to take the strain, they rotate only 18 degrees meaning they share the load, making wear

from friction virtually non-existent.

Materials using MiM and comparable techniques result in components relied upon by a broad spectrum of industries; aerospace, automotive, medical and industrial. Why? Because the MiM method can produce parts where it is difficult, or even impossible to efficiently manufacture these items by any other means.

This ability to combine several typically prohibitive operations into one fluid process, ensures MiM provides numerous measurable savings, not only in the reduction of lead times but also the evasion of multiple processes usually amplified by miniaturisation. But MiM is recognised as a green technology thanks to the significant reduction in wastage compared to ‘traditional’ manufacturing methods, such as 5 axis CNC machining.

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/ / SIGNATURE ENDPIECE

Design cues appear on every endpiece in the collection. The curved grooves are machine milled to echo the front housing of the hinge creating a seamless integrationof temple to front.

/ / SUN LENSES

Discreetly lasered with the SPINE logo, all our high performance sunglass lenses are Category 3, so suitable for all conditions, and come with an inner anti-reflective coating as standard to minimise unwanted glare inside the lens.

DESIGN DETAILS

/ / SIGNATURE TIPS

Each tip is precision laser engraved with the SPINE signature pattern, taken from the negative space between the vertebrae. Not merely a design detail, this also improves grip and reduces slipping.

/ / HINGE FORM

Sometimes the most beautiful forms arise from engineering solutions to complex problems. SPINE is the ultimate expression of this process, whereby the aesthetic of the hinge has been entirely dictated by new technology and functionality.

/ / SIGNATURE NOSEPADS

Taken directly from the SPINE monogram, our signature nosepads feature on every metal frame we make. Precision tooled, they are encased in the highest quality silicone.

/ / EYEWEAR STYLING

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Form complements function, style is born from necessity and every material is carefully considered. Handmade acetate meets milled aluminium, stainless steel is stamped and in the case of the SPINE hinge, precision micro-injected to bring the technology to life.

ACETATE S

P10

01 0

01

BL

AC

K

ACETATE / ALUMINIUM

102 Tortoise

800 Crystal

929 Grey

SP1001

001 Black

16

150

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A handmade acetate front meets CNC milled aluminium temples to create the signature piece in the SPINE ophthalmic collection.

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ACETATE

020 Black / Tortoise

081 Black / Havana

104 Tortoise

SP1002

980 Grey / Havana

19

140

5 0 41 Vintage styled, handmade acetate in two tone block material with gloss and matte finishes inside and out.

2 0 21

ACETATE

001 Black

102 Tortoise

604 Navy

SP1003

105 Havana

18

145

4 9 36 Classic front design with ‘W’ cut bridge formed in handmade gloss finish acetate.

2 2 2 3

ACETATE

001 Black

102 Tortoise

800 Crystal

SP1004

929 Grey

17

145

53 3 8

Modern silhouette with a subtle bevel cut to the brow. Handmade acetate with sandblasted exterior and gloss interior.

24 2 5

102 Tortoise

ACETATE / STAINLESS STEEL

SP2006

020 Black / Tortoise

18

145

53 35 Vintage inspired combination frame with handmade acetate chassis and stainless steel rims.

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STAINLESS STEEL S

P70

01 9

01 D

AR

K

GU

N

STAINLESS STEEL

001 Black

173 Brown

900 Light Gun

SP2002

901 Dark Gun

17

145

54 32

Precision cut stainless steel front with SPINE signature endpiece design. Finished in two tone plating with handmade acetate temples.

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173 Brown

655 Navy

900 Light Gun

STAINLESS STEEL

SP2004

001 Black

19

140

52 33

Precision cut stainless steel front with SPINE signature endpiece design. Modern supra front with handmade acetate temples.

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001 Black

900 Light Gun

901 Dark Gun

173 Brown

STAINLESS STEEL

SP2005

655 Navy

18

140

54 36

Precision cut stainless steel front with SPINE signature endpiece design. Finished in two tone plating with handmade acetate temples.

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173 Brown

655 Navy

901 Dark Gun

STAINLESS STEEL

SP7001

001 Black

16

140

54 37

Precision cut stainless steel front with SPINE signature endpiece design. Modern stainless steel eyeshape with handmadeacetate temples.

36 37

ALUMINIUM S

P20

01 9

89 D

AR

K G

UN

ALUMINIUM

001 Black

106 Dark Brown

989 Dark Gun

SP2001

906 Light Gun

17

145

54 35

3D milled aluminium chassis with strong bevel cut to brow. Endpiece signature cutting detail finished with handmade gloss acetate tips.

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ALUMINIUM / ACETATE

106 Dark Brown

906 Light Gun

989 Gun

SP2003

001 Black

17

140

54 34

3D milled aluminium chassis with strong bevel cut to brow. Vintage inspired keyhole bridge finished with handmade gloss acetate tips.

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106 Dark Brown

906 Light Gun

989 Dark Gun

ALUMINIUM / ACETATE

SP2007

001 Black

18

145

5 8 32

3D milled aluminium brow with signature endpiece cutting detail. Gloss handmade acetate temples complete this iconic style.

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SUN S

P20

01 9

89 D

AR

K G

UN

102 Tortoise / Brown

980 Grey / Havana / Smoke

SP3001

020 Black / Tortoise / Smoke

16

145

5 9 44

Oversized rectangular form created in handmade acetate. The two-tone block material is polished to a high gloss finish.

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020 Black / Tortoise / Smoke

102 Tortoise / Green

SP3002

800 Crystal / Green

14

140

5 8 5 0

Classic aviator shape finished in handmade acetate. All SPINE lenses are fitted with an interior anti-reflective coating as standard.

5 0 51

081 Black / Havana / Brown

800 Crystal / Smoke

SP3003

104 Tortoise / Green

19

145

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Vintage styled handmade acetate with retro keyhole bridge detail. Finished in various block acetates with SPINE signature detailing.

5 2 53

800 Crystal / Green

001 Black / Smoke

SP3004

980 Grey / Havana / Smoke

19

140

53 42

Thick set handmade acetate style in two tone block material in gloss finishes. All SPINE lenses are fitted with an interior anti-reflective coating as standard.

54 5 5

401 Light Gold / Brown

901 Dark Gun / Brown

SP4001

001 Black / Smoke

16

140

6 0 5 0

SPINE’s take on the classic metal aviator with handmade acetate temples. All SPINE lenses are fitted with an interior anti-reflective coating as standard.

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001 Black / Green

401 Light Gold / Green

SP4002

901 Dark Gun / Brown

17

140

55 4 6

SPINE’s take on the classic metal navigator with handmade acetate temples. All SPINE lenses are fitted with an interior anti-reflective coating as standard.

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