Andy Wolf

Overview

Andy Wolf is an independent Austrian eyewear brand founded in 2006 that specializes in handcrafted optical frames and sunglasses. The brand positions itself in the contemporary independent eyewear market, combining traditional Austrian craftsmanship with modern design. It operates its own manufacturing facilities in Hartberg, Austria for acetate frames and in the Jura region of France for metal frames, maintaining direct control over production quality and design execution.

History

Andy Wolf was founded in 2006 by Andreas Pirkheim (Andy) and Wolfgang Scheucher (Wolf), with Katharina as a third co-founder, emerging from a conversation about producing eyewear with the same personal care and quality as locally-sourced food and wine. The company was established to preserve traditional eyewear craftsmanship while incorporating contemporary design innovation. Since its founding, the brand has maintained its commitment to handmade production in Austria and expanded to include metal frame manufacturing in France. The company launched the 'Grow with Us' campaign in early 2022, linking frame purchases to wildflower meadow restoration in Austria.

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Manufacturing

All Andy Wolf frames are handmade in the company's own facilities: acetate frames are produced in Hartberg, Austria, while metal frames are manufactured in the Jura region of France. The brand has received the French Origin Guarantee Certificate for its commitment to local production in the Jura region. Manufacturing emphasizes traditional craftsmanship techniques combined with contemporary design standards.

Notable Products

• Handcrafted Acetate Frames - Elaborately produced optical frames using traditional methods in the Hartberg manufactory
• Metal Frame Collection - Precision-engineered eyewear manufactured in the Jura region of France
• Contemporary Sunglasses - Handmade sun protection combining classic design with modern aesthetics

Reputation

Andy Wolf is recognized within the independent eyewear community for its commitment to handcrafted quality and local manufacturing. The brand is valued for its transparency about production processes and its preservation of traditional eyewear craftsmanship in Austria and France. Enthusiasts appreciate the personal attention to detail and the company's environmental initiatives through its Grow with Us campaign. The brand maintains a niche position focused on quality and heritage rather than mass-market appeal.