This week, we’re celebrating a truly standout piece of British eyewear heritage: the Walter & Herbert Hatchlands, a Special Edition frame chosen by one of our professional clients — a lawyer looking for a stylish pair he could proudly wear every day.

Handcrafted in England, the Hatchlands embodies the legacy of two optical pioneers who helped shape Britain’s eyewear industry. Walter & Herbert frames are still designed, manufactured and tested here in the UK — a rare and brilliant thing in today’s market. The result is eyewear rooted in craftsmanship, quality, and timeless style.

The Hatchlands Special Edition takes things a step further. Limited to approximately 100 individually-numbered pieces worldwide, this frame is a collector’s item — a perfect match for someone who appreciates exclusivity without needing to shout about it. Its strong square silhouette delivers confidence and presence, making it ideal for a professional environment, where first impressions matter.

Each frame is crafted from premium acetate combined with lightweight beta-titanium temples for added strength and comfort. Refined details like the etched metal sides and bold interior accents provide subtle character — the kind of features you only notice when you’re up close, making it a joy to wear and a pleasure to own.

For this bespoke build, we fitted the Hatchlands with ZEISS SmartLife Digital lenses, a lens design that supports modern visual demands — from hours spent reading documents and emails to shifting quickly between screens and real-world focus. Finished with the ZEISS DuraVision Platinum coating, he’ll benefit from exceptional clarity, durability, and reduced glare in every environment. Perfect for days spent moving between the office, meetings and the courtroom.

A Presentation as Exceptional as the Frame

To honour its limited-edition status, the Hatchlands arrives in a presentation that feels every bit as special as the frame itself. The glasses are housed in a luxury black wooden display box, complete with dedicated compartments for each accessory. Inside, you’ll find a premium Walter & Herbert hard case, a beautifully finished leather keyring stamped with the 1946 brand heritage, a branded cleaning cloth, and accompanying booklet. From the precision hinge detailing to the “Limited Edition” embossing on the lid, every element reinforces that this is more than eyewear — it’s a collector’s piece, presented with the same care and craftsmanship that goes into making the frame.

A frame for every individual

Although this version was selected for a male client, the Hatchlands is not just a one-look frame. We also carry the female counterpart, offering the same handcrafted British quality with a more feminine fit and aesthetic — ideal if you want to explore the design in different shapes and colourways. (We’ll be showing an example in the images for this feature.)

If you’re searching for eyewear that reflects who you are — professional, confident, and quietly distinguished — the Hatchlands Special Edition delivers all of that and more.