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ST. LOUIS · SINCE 1879

Erker's 1879

American optical heritage.

One of America's oldest optical names. Founded in St. Louis in 1879, Erker's built the first optical laboratory west of the Mississippi — and even supplied Charles Lindbergh's flight goggles.

145+ YEARS OF HERITAGE
A name synonymous with fine eyewear
Across five generations, Erker's narrowed its focus to perfect a single craft: eyewear. The result is heritage design with genuine provenance — history you can wear.
CRAFT & MATERIALS
Classic American forms

Timeless shapes drawn from the archive, made with quality materials and lenses. Restraint, proportion, and longevity over trend.

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These are frames designed to outlast fashion, not chase it.

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WHAT SETS IT APART

Three materials, one standard

145+ Years of Heritage

Five generations of American optical craft, still based in St. Louis.

Classic Forms

Timeless silhouettes from a deep design archive.

Time-Honored Craft

Quality materials and lenses, finished with care.

WHO IT'S FOR
For the lover of provenance

Erker's is for those drawn to history and timeless shapes — a frame with a story longer than most fashion houses.

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THE COLLECTION

A closer look

A selection of Erker's 1879 now available to try at Aperture. Book a consultation to see the full range in person.

"The best frame is the one you forget you are wearing."

THE GÖTTI IDEA, SINCE 1993
BY PRIVATE APPOINTMENT

See Götti in person

We will sit over tea or coffee, talk about what you like, and hand-pick frames for your face and prescription. Unrushed, one-on-one, entirely yours.

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