How Horn-Rimmed Glasses are Handmade | Made in Thailand | Koktail

Throughout the years, different styles have come and gone, but horn-rimmed glasses are a timeless classic. Today, 64% of us use corrective lenses of some kind. While most glasses are produced with metal wire or plastic made to replicate the look of horn or tortoise shell, there are some artisans who are still making frames the more traditional way using real buffalo horn. So, what goes into making a pair of horn-rimmed glasses, and what is it that makes these handmade frames so special?

Koktail Magazine presents "Made in Thailand", a series that goes behind-the-scenes at workshops and factories in Bangkok and beyond. What goes into creating iconic quality products that also keep traditional craft, sustainability, or ethical production in mind? What should we be thinking about to become more conscientious consumers? These short explainer videos will show you more.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:39 Meet the maker
01:30 The history of glasses
02:24 The making process
05:34 Longevity

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