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How Polarized Wood Sunglasses Are Made in San Diego (Cali Life Co.) TL;DR: Cali Life Co. polarized wood sunglasses move through five build stages in our San Diego workshop. Blank prep, CNC machining, hand sanding across multiple grits, marine-grade finish application, and hinge installation w... View Post
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How Cali Life Co. Started: The Founder Story (Cali Life Co.) TL;DR: Cali Life Co. was founded in 2015 in San Diego, California. The starting idea was simple: real polarized wood sunglasses should not cost $200. Most quality wood eyewear at the time retailed at premium price tiers, putting rea... View Post
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Bamboo Gifts Under $50: A Sustainable Buying Guide (Cali Life Co.) TL;DR: Bamboo gifts combine genuine sustainability with practical use. Bamboo regenerates from a parent plant in three to five years (vs 40-plus for hardwood), making it one of the most renewable framework materials available.... View Post
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