Watergate Wooden Sunglasses in Gold Chrome
Watergate Wooden Sunglasses in Gold Chrome
Shaped in collaboration with Watergate Bay surfboard shapers and hand-crafted across over 65 steps from sustainably sourced hardwood veneer layered with aluminium, these are sunglasses built to last a lifetime — backed by Bear Essentials' lifetime warranty and polarised UV400 lenses that cut glare on the brightest days.
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The Watergate is Bear Essentials' most characterful frame — a curvy, playful silhouette designed with input from the locals at Watergate Bay and the surfboard shapers who know its swell better than anyone. The result is a shape that references the rolling curves of the coastline and works particularly well on round, oval, and diamond face shapes.
Every frame is hand-crafted across more than 65 individual steps, which means no two are ever identical. The construction combines sustainably sourced high-grade hardwood veneer with thin layers of aluminium — a pairing that gives the frame both the warmth of natural wood and the structural resilience needed for a life spent outdoors, whether that is on the beach or on the slopes.
The Gold Chrome finish adds a reflective edge to the natural wood grain, making this one of the more striking colourways in the range.
- Frame material: sustainably sourced hardwood veneer with aluminium layers
- Lens: polarised with UV400 protection
- Face shapes: round, oval, diamond
- Finish: gold chrome
- Handcrafted: over 65 steps per frame — no two frames identical
- Warranty: lifetime warranty included
- Packaging: protective cork casing, folds flat for travel
The cork case is worth a mention on its own — it folds down to fit in a back pocket and keeps the frames genuinely protected when you are not wearing them. It is the kind of detail that makes this a considered gift as much as a personal purchase.
For every frame sold, Bear Essentials plants one tree in areas of deforestation, using only native species. It is a direct loop: the wood used in production is replenished in kind.
About Our Brand Bear Essentials
Travel accessories are often mass-produced from synthetic materials, leaving environmentally conscious explorers with limited options that align with their values. Bear Essentials addresses this by creating durable, considered products for those who wish their equipment to be as thoughtful as their journeys.
Every Bear Essentials item is handcrafted using natural materials, including wood from sustainable forestry and recycled pellets, ensuring each piece is unique. The brand prioritises natural alternatives over plastic, a practical manufacturing decision that speaks to their commitment to responsible production.
Originating from a family home workshop, Bear Essentials maintains handcrafting as central to its production, refusing to compromise craft for scale. For every purchase, a tree is planted, directly replenishing the natural resources used and closing the loop between consumption and environmental return.