Description
TVR 504 Edition 2026
INTRODUCING THE NEW METAL CORE OF 2026
Whereas The Feather Guild
The Tebori(手彫り) metal core is often regarded as one of the most significant factor of TVR’s frames. Tebori, which means handmade-sculptures, pays homage to the great art of the old times. Those hand-carved pattern details have taken TVR®OPT almost a year to complete. Each and every detail on the core has been solely hand-carved with ultimate precision and artistry. First developed during the Edo period — Tebori is true testament to the bourgeoning Japanese arts and crafts through the centuries, employed widely in the making of various objects.
The new metal core design is inspired by the Yatagarasu
(八咫烏) , a mythical three-legged crow in Japanese mythology, often depicted as a divine messenger and guide. Its name translates to “eight-span crow” or “large crow”. Yatagarasu is known for guiding Emperor Jimmu, the first emperor of Japan, on his journey from Kumano to Yamato, symbolizing victory and guidance.
Sabae, Japan — Back by popular demand, the iconic TVR®504 will be making its return in 2026. TVR® OPT Japan will be releasing the all-new TVR®504 in 6mm this summer, recreating this classic silhouette with additional details including new hinges, new metal cores, and a new thickness.
In line with its decade-long ethos of ‘RE-MAKE = REVIVAL’, TVR® OPT is not only reviving the collection but innovating and redefining the iconic collection for the customers today.
First introduced in May 2013, TVR®504 has been made available in over 100 colours and seven different sizing. As of today — despite being made unavailable for over a year — TVR® OPT Japan has kept the best four sizing for the iconic shape including the new on-demand sizing of 50mm. The rest of the iterations include TVR®504 6mm Japanese Celluloid (April 2022), TVR®504 Vintage 1993 8mm Zylonite acetate (January 2022) and TVR®504 Collector’s Edition / Cities Edition (September 2022) that drew amazing response since its launch.
For the uninitiated, TVR®504 draws its shape from an original archive from 1940s collected a Japanese warehouse in Sabae. In its most primary form, it was made using 5mm Zylonite material and carried a distinct form also known today as the JD Shape — made famous thanks to the legendary James Dean, then by famed actor Johnny Depp.
2023 True Vintage Revival 10 years anniversary
