Takaori officially debuts in Europe, a collection entirely hand-crafted in Japan, the result of expert craftsmanship that combines the finest materials with an exclusive and highly recognizable design. Eyewear with a timeless elegance, which their producers use to define as avant-garde-classic, a play on words that embodies all the wisdom and mastery resulting from years of expertise in the production of top-of-the-range glasses combined with a futuristic design, avant-garde, which gives character and charm to every single piece.
Starting from September 2023, the Takaori collection has been introduced with a specific fit for the European market, a fulfilment achieved after two years of commitment and research into creating the best possible European fit. Furthermore, the European collection has been enriched with additional details compared to the one with the Asian fit to give even more exclusivity and value to each single piece. These include the engraving in the temple, the use of a fully machined metal core, the engraving of the T, the brand’s initial, on the final external part of the temple. To complete the pack a very precious leather case handmade with 100% natural leather with an interior covered in a soft and smooth fabric to avoid scratches.
The entire collection chooses exclusively Japanese acetate, considered the most valuable in the world. Each pair of glasses is made from sheets with a thickness between 8 and 12mm, first cut using a 5-axis machine and then faceted by manually one by one to obtain the characteristic three dimensional appearance, a distinctive feature of Takaori design.
The flawless definition of a sharp edge goes beyond the common polishing process, requiring the craftsmanship of the most experienced master craftsman. This precision result is only possible through meticulous manual work that takes a significant amount of time and requires scrupulous attention to every detail.
The precious Japanese acetate is characterized by its high shine, solidity and stability as well as by its rich variety of colours and minimal change in shape over time resulting in exceptional durability. All this is made possible by the production method of the sheets which are carried out without the use of adhesives and solvents, with a reduction in the use of plasticizers.
The extraordinary dedication and craftsmanship involved in this process are reflected in the production capacity limited to just 200 pieces per month. An obligatory choice that further emphasizes the desire to give absolute priority to quality, ensuring that each piece is an authentic expression of refinement and craftsmanship.
To ensure optimal comfort, the Takaori collection has integrated exclusive lamellar monobloc hinges made of Beta Titanium. These hinges, nickel-free and characterized by exceptional corrosion resistance, offer considerable elasticity, contributing to superior durability and perfect adaptability. To guarantee stable action and unrivalled durability over time, high quality screws have also been chosen, coated with a special resin which not only prolongs the operating life but also contributes to greater resistance to daily stress: a measure which optimizes performance of the hinge and contributes to the overall reliability of the product, ensuring that every detail is taken care of with the utmost precision and artisanal dedication.
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