EPI-SYSTEM / SINGLE LENS RELEASE

The DITA-EPILUXURY flagship frames EPLX.5 and EPLX.9 enable the user to change lenses through a simple yet ingenious lens release system. The lens release mechanism in EPLX.5 and EPLX.9 are optimized for each frame. The EPLX.5 lens unit is encased in titanium clipping into the frame and minimizing the direct handling of the lens itself. The EPLX.5 lens unit is further secured by the detachable bridge component which clips over the lens unit and onto the frame. The EPLX.9 lens release uses a hollowed-out titanium brow bar with a powerful magnet embedded within. The titanium encased lens unit clips up into the brow bar and is held taught by the magnet.

SHOWN RIGHT: EPLX.9 LENS RELEASE SYSTEM

EPI-SYSTEM / SINGLE LENS RELEASE

The DITA-EPILUXURY flagship frames EPLX.5 and EPLX.9 enable the user to change lenses through a simple yet ingenious lens release system. The lens release mechanism in EPLX.5 and EPLX.9 are optimized for each frame. The EPLX.5 lens unit is encased in titanium clipping into the frame and minimizing the direct handling of the lens itself. The EPLX.5 lens unit is further secured by the detachable bridge component which clips over the lens unit and onto the frame. The EPLX.9 lens release uses a hollowed-out titanium brow bar with a powerful magnet embedded within. The titanium encased lens unit clips up into the brow bar and is held taught by the magnet.

SHOWN BELOW: EPLX.9 LENS RELEASE SYSTEM

FRAMES: QUICK CHANGE SYSTEM

Just as considered as lens technology, the EPI-SYSTEM frames also exhibit a fully integrated design and engineering approach. The temple quick-change system enables the user to change temples easily. This system is built as a tool free release that utilizes a press-button release functionality. The DITA-EPILUXURY temple is one of the most difficult design concepts that DITA has ever attempted.

DITA-EPILUXURY offers 3 different temples, with every eyepiece including 2 of the 3 temple designs.

DITA-EPILUXURY IS SO DIFFICULT TO PRODUCE THAT THE SEARCH FOR A FACTORY ABLE TO EXECUTE TO THE HIGH STANDARDS TOOK YEARS.

OPTICAL GLASS CRAFTSMANSHIP: PROCESSED WITH DIAMONDS

Out of all different kinds of glass, ‘optical glass’ must be put through particular physic-chemical treatment to refine the material. It is necessary to use a specialized of oven where the glass is refined. The first chamber uses only electricity to heat, while a second chamber is used to create a uniform glass flow. The glass is then taken to a temperature of 1400°C, where the glass purifies itself.

In the last step, a pure platinum tube is put in contact with the melt, this causes a chemical reaction and purifies it. After this chemical reaction the glass is pure and only then can be defined as ‘optical.’

COMBINING NATURAL AND MANMADE MATERIALS

The apparent simplicity of these materials conceals a vast amount of experimentation, work and creativity; in which blends of natural and synthetic play a key role. Strength and lightness are obtained by combining disparate elements seeking to unite horn-titanium or wood-titanium in a single eyewear frame. Synthetics are now transformed by the addition of exquisite materials and specialized varnishing treatments.

AS SHOWN ABOVE: FROM LEFT TO RIGHT

NATURAL HORN, ACETATE , EXQUISITE WOOD

PRODUCTION INTEGRITY 

Limited production runs allow craftsman to devote special attention to every stage of the manufacturing process and achieve extraordinary results. Because the production cannot be rushed, sometimes delays may occur.

DITA-EPILUXURY manufacturing standards and specialty design require months to perfect a single eyepiece concept. This dedication to quality is the raison d’être of the brand and ensures exceptional results.

DEPTH VS BREADTH

Although a specific métier, we still want to provide product to all those who desire them. We produce less but devote more attention to each product produced. We invest. For now, and for the future, designing to our own standards as years go by.

This quest is highly personal. The desire for things that last, means that we pay attention to detail. Demanding manufacture and design that wears well. Our products are designed with an eye toward the future and with the intent that each DITA-EPILUXURY frame become integral to the wearer’s eyepiece collection.

LENS UNITS (EPLX.5 & EPLX.9 ONLY)

BRIDGE COMPONENTS (EPLX.5 ONLY)

FRAMES : QUICK CHANGE SYSTEM

Just as considered as lens technology, the EPI-SYSTEM frames also exhibit a fully integrated design and engineering approach. The temple quick-change system enables the user to change temples easily. This system is built as a tool free release that utilizes a press-button release functionality. The DITA-EPILUXURY temple is one of the most difficult design concepts that DITA has ever attempted.

DITA-EPILUXURY offers 3 different temples, with every eyepiece including 2 of the 3 temple designs.

A SINGLE DITA-EPILUXURY TEMPLE,

21 HIGH PRECISION COMPONENTS

FROM WHAT WAS HISTORICALLY POSSIBLE, TO WHAT IS PRESENTLY SURPASSIBLE.

ZEITGEIST+TRADITION

Authenticity and appreciation is something you can sense in every EPILUXURY product produced. It is not simply about having a rich archive of past products, it is built upon real traditions, experience, values and know-how handed down through generations. Some of the designers and craftsman involved in producing DITA-EPILUXURY have decades of experience mastering the craft. Beyond our own experience, studying the past is essential and fundamental to our design ethos. Through this study, a cyclical relationship informing the future is created. From what was historically possible, to know what is presently surpassible.

AS SHOWN ON THE RIGHT:

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT

NATURAL HORN

ACETATE

EXQUISITE WOOD

BRIDGE MATERIAL INDEX

Ash Wood / Titanium

Black Ebony Wood / Titanium

PRODUCTION INTEGRITY

Limited production runs allow craftsman to devote special attention to every stage of the manufacturing process and achieve extraordinary results. Because the production cannot be rushed, sometimes delays may occur.

DITA-EPILUXURY manufacturing standards and specialty design require months to perfect a single eyepiece concept. This dedication to quality is the raison d’être of the brand and ensures exceptional results.

DEPTH VS BREADTH

Although a specific métier, we still want to provide product to all those who desire them. We produce less but devote more attention to each product produced. We invest. For now, and for the future, designing to our own standards as years go by.

This quest is highly personal. The desire for things that last, means that we pay attention to detail. Demanding manufacture and design that wears well. Our products are designed with an eye toward the future and with the intent that each DITA-EPILUXURY frame become integral to the wearer’s eyepiece collection.

LENS UNITS (EPLX.5 & EPLX.9)

BRIDGE COMPONENTS (EPLX.5 ONLY)