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Algha Works 1932 -2020, Fish Island. Eye wear manufacturer of choice for many a musician and film star, and the iconic ubiquitous NHS glasses of the 60-70s.
https://savileroweyewear.com/a-piece-of-history/
Daniel Radcliffe had over 100 frames made here for him in his role as Harry Potter.
There's a lovely film of Algha Works here, including the claim that they made a precursor to Ray-Ban aviator glasses in 1934.
https://youtu.be/M5ZSzGXt0VU?si=t4SCxAmvdHT07t0c