CALYPTO is a performance eyewear and techwear brand built around a permanent archive system. Every product we release carries a visible code — its tier, category, model number, and release year.

Nothing is seasonal. Nothing gets discounted and cleared out. The archive only grows.

We're based in Oslo, and we ship across Norway.

The tier defines how a product exists in the archive — its availability and production volume.

• T0 — Core. Permanently available within the year. Produced to meet demand.
• T1 — Core. Planned volume per year. May restock once within the same year.
• T2 — Limited run. Fixed quantity. No restock. Archived when sold out.
• T3 — Limited run. Low fixed quantity. No restock. Archived when sold out.
• T4 — Limited edition. Numbered. Can come from any category. Never restocked, never re-released. Carrier members get first access.
• T5 — Archive One. Single pieces. Artist collaborations, one-offs, prototypes. One code = one object in the world.

The tier is not a quality ranking. T0 is not "lower" than T5 — it's a different role in the archive. T0 is what's always here. T5 is what may never exist again.

Oslo, Norway. Designed and shipped from here.

Every CALYPTO product has a four-part code stamped directly on it. Here's how to read it:

T0 — A — 002 — 25

• T0 = Tier. Defines the environmental function and rarity level (T0–T4).
• A = Category. The part of the body the product operates on (A = Accessories/Eyewear, T = Tops/Apparel).
• 002 = Model number. Its unique, permanent place in the archive sequence.
• 25 = Release year. The year it was produced.

Every code is unique and never repeated. When a model sells out, it's archived. When we produce the same model the following year, it gets a new year in the code — T0-A-002-25 becomes T0-A-002-26. Same model, new archive entry, new year.

→ Full breakdown on the Decode CALYPTO page.

Most brands release products seasonally — then discount, replace, and forget them a few months later.

We don't work that way. Every CALYPTO product enters a permanent archive. When a model sells out, it's archived — not restocked under the same code, not re-released. This is intentional. What you own has a permanent, traceable identity. You're not buying this season's colourway. You're carrying a permanent archive entry.

All CALYPTO T0 eyewear is built from the following:

• Frame: Bio-based TR90 — a plant-derived thermoplastic that performs identically to conventional TR90 but with a lower environmental footprint. Lightweight, flexible, and impact-resistant.
• Lens: Polycarbonate (PC) with silver mirror coating. CE-certified, UV400 protection.
• Arms: Matte semi-transparent rubber legs, colour-matched per model.
• Logo & Code: Laser-engraved directly onto the lens and frame.
• Packaging: CALYPTO-branded box, microfibre lens cloth, drawstring pouch, and product pamphlet.

All CALYPTO T0 eyewear uses polycarbonate lenses with a silver mirror coating. Specifications per model:

• T0-A-001-25 — Matte transparent green frame · Grey lens · Silver mirror coating · VLT 11% · Category S2
• T0-A-002-25 — Matte transparent grey frame · Grey lens · Silver mirror coating · VLT 11% · Category S3
• T0-A-003-25 — Matte transparent brown frame · Pink lens · Silver coating · VLT 33% · Category S2
• T0-A-004-25 — Matte transparent purple frame · Grey lens · Full REVO purple coating · VLT 25% · Category S2
• T0-A-005-25 — Matte transparent green frame · Full frame · Grey lens · Silver mirror coating · VLT 11% · Category S2
• T0-A-006-25 — Matte transparent grey frame · Full frame · Grey lens · Silver mirror coating · VLT 11% · Category S2
• T0-A-007-25 — Matte transparent brown frame · Full frame · Pink lens · Silver coating · VLT 33% · Category S2

CE certification applies to all models.

VLT (Visible Light Transmission) is the percentage of visible light that passes through the lens. Lower VLT = darker lens = better suited for brighter conditions.

• Category S2 (VLT 18–43%) — Variable urban light, moderate sun. Most CALYPTO models.
• Category S3 (VLT 8–18%) — Bright sun, high glare. Models 002 and 006.

If you spend most time in strong daylight or high-glare conditions, go for a Category S3 model. For general urban use across changing light conditions, Category S2 works well.

Models T0-A-001 through T0-A-004 use a rimless wraparound silhouette — the lens has no surrounding frame. Sits closer to the face, minimal profile.

Models T0-A-005 through T0-A-007 use a full frame silhouette — the lens is enclosed in a complete frame. Slightly wider fit, more structured look.

Both silhouettes use the same bio-based TR90 and UV400 polycarbonate lens technology.

We work with a specialist performance eyewear manufacturer with over 15 years of experience in the industry. Their facility holds ISO quality certification, CE certification across all lens categories, and BSCI factory audit compliance — an internationally recognised social accountability standard.

We don't manufacture in-house. We select partners who hold verified production standards and verify specifications on every order.

Conventional TR90 is petroleum-derived. Bio-based TR90 uses plant-derived polylactide (PLA) as its raw material — it's biodegradable, reduces CO₂ emissions during production, and delivers identical structural performance: flexibility, impact resistance, and low weight.

Material decisions are part of the archive. What goes into the product should be worth carrying.

UV400 means the lens blocks all ultraviolet light with wavelengths up to 400 nanometres — covering 100% of UVA and UVB radiation. This is the highest UV protection standard available in eyewear.

All CALYPTO lenses meet this standard.

Yes. The bio-based TR90 frame is light enough to forget you're wearing it, and the rubber arm tips grip without slipping during movement. The wraparound geometry on the rimless models (T0-A-001 through T0-A-004) reduces wind interference from the sides.

These are built for urban performance — running, cycling, commuting, and everyday outdoor use. They are not dedicated alpine or trail-specific optics.

All CALYPTO T0 eyewear is one size. The TR90 frame is designed to fit most face shapes.

Clean lenses with the microfibre cloth included in the box. Avoid paper towels, clothing fabric, or dry wiping — these leave micro-scratches on polycarbonate lenses over time.

Rinse with fresh water after heavy sweating or exposure to saltwater. Store in the drawstring pouch when not in use.

Do not leave eyewear in a closed car on a warm day. Sustained heat above approximately 60°C can warp a TR90 frame.

No — you can check out as a guest. Creating an account gives you faster checkout and full order history.

We pack and dispatch orders as soon as they come in, so we're unable to make changes or cancellations once an order is registered in our system. If you need to return the item, you can do so within 30 days of receiving it.

We accept Vipps, Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna, Shop Pay, and MobilePay.

All transactions are processed securely through Shopify Payments.

Check your spam or junk folder first — confirmation emails sometimes end up there.

If it's not there, contact us at support@calyptotech.com with the name and email address you used at checkout and we'll look it up.

We currently ship within Norway. International shipping is coming — sign up for the archive to be notified when it opens.

All orders over 1000NOK within Norway ship free.

2–3 business days from dispatch. You'll receive a tracking link by email once your order ships.

You'll receive a tracking link by email once your order is dispatched. If you haven't received it within 2 business days of ordering, check your spam folder or contact us at support@calyptotech.com.

We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unworn, unwashed, and in their original condition with all packaging included.

Return shipping is the responsibility of the customer.

Email support@calyptotech.com with your order number and a photo of the issue. We'll get back to you within 24–48 hours on weekdays. If the defect is a manufacturing fault, we'll replace it.

We're a small team and we stand behind what we make. If something's wrong, tell us.

Email support@calyptotech.com with:

— Your order number
— The item(s) you want to return
— The reason for the return

We'll reply within 24–48 hours on weekdays with instructions.

We don't offer direct exchanges. Return your original item for a refund and place a new order for the model you want. This is the fastest way to make sure you get the right piece before it sells out.

The archive is the complete record of every product CALYPTO has ever released. Every model has a unique code. Once a product sells out, it's archived permanently — it won't be restocked under the same code or re-released.

The exception is the annual year rollover: T0 and T1 models that continue into the following year receive a new year in the code. T0-A-002-25 becomes T0-A-002-26. Same product, new archive entry, new year.

The community is the group of people who carry the code. Artists, athletes, and builders who move differently.

Members get early access to drops, archive stories, product histories, and invitations to events. Join at the Community page.

We work with people who genuinely move in the spaces CALYPTO is built for — athletes, creatives, and community builders. If you think there's a natural fit, reach out at support@calyptotech.com with a short introduction and your social or portfolio links. We read everything.

We don't run a formal application programme. We build relationships with people we find interesting.

T0 and T1 models may return as a new year code. T2, T3, T4, and T5 products do not return — when they're gone, they're archived.

If a model you want is sold out, join the archive community to be notified of new entries and upcoming drops.

T4 is limited edition — numbered, final, never restocked. T4 products can come from any category: eyewear, apparel, accessories. Community members get access before public announcement.

T5 is Archive One — single pieces. Artist collaborations, one-offs, and prototypes. One code, one object. These are the rarest things CALYPTO will ever make.

Email: support@calyptotech.com
Instagram: @calypto.tech

We're a small team based in Oslo. We respond to all inquiries within 24–48 hours on weekdays.

Email support@calyptotech.com with "Press" or "Creator" in the subject line. Include a short description of what you're working on and where it will be published or posted.

Within 24–48 hours on weekdays (Monday–Friday, Oslo time). If you write over the weekend, we'll get back to you on Monday.

We're selectively exploring retail partnerships. If you're interested in carrying CALYPTO, email support@calyptotech.com with "Wholesale" in the subject line and tell us about your store.