For those who long for Pan Am glamour, ocean-liner polish, and the days when even a boarding pass felt like a souvenir.
Not everyone boarding a plane today is ready to embrace Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s plea to “dress respectfully” from the middle seat — but for the traveler who still dreams in Jet-Age blue and white, we’ve curated a collection of objects that recapture the elegance of the golden era. Think midcentury aviation, brass instruments, leather bags built for the tarmac, and small luxuries that make even a cramped connection feel a touch more First Class. Below is a boarding pass to the world as it once was — and as some of us wish it still were. But this is just a glimpse of the jet-set curiosities waiting at analogshift.com — explore our Gifts & Accessories page for the full itinerary.
Pan AM-Era Dreaming
If it’s a certain glamorous, globe-trotting airline for which you’re feeling nostalgic, feast your eyes on this embarrassment of Pan Am-themed riches.
Pan American Airlines Pencil Set ($85)
Pan American Airlines Pencil Set - IN THE SHOP
A tidy reminder of the era when airlines sent mailers showcasing their routes and in-flight stationery felt like part of the experience. Slip one into your carry-on for instant retro charm.
Pan Am Ticket Folio – Faux Alligator ($125)
Pan-Am Ticket Folio - IN THE SHOP
A playful throwback to the days when travel documents looked as polished as the passengers. Think Mad Men energy, but without the cigarette haze.
Windproof Lighter for Pan Am by Penguin – NOS ($225)
Windproof Lighter for Pan-Am by Penguin (NOS) - IN THE SHOP
A pocket-sized artifact from the lounge era, when a lighter wasn’t contraband — but a sign of sophistication. Crisp, unused, and straight from aviation’s glory years.
Worldy Accessories & Travel Luxuries
A smattering of ideal gifts for someone who lives their life at 35,000 ft. (And there’s more where that came from in our Vintage Collectibles collection.)
Omega Luggage Tag & Combination Lock Set ($245)
Omega Luggage Tag & Combination Lock Set - IN THE SHOP
Because nothing says “seasoned traveler” like luggage hardware from a legendary Swiss watchmaker. Functional, handsome, and quietly authoritative on any well-worn suitcase.
Sikorsky S-62 Helicopter Tie Bar by Kinney ($75)
Sikorsky S-62 Helicopter Tie Bar by Kinney - IN THE SHOP
A sharp midcentury Kinney tie bar featuring the Sikorsky S-62 — perfect for anyone who appreciates a little aviation swagger in their formalwear.
Connolly Leather Notebook for Rolls-Royce ($435)
Connolly Leather Notebook for Rolls-Royce - IN THE SHOP
A refined leather folio embossed with the “RR” insignia, designed to carry your thoughts in the same material once reserved for the world’s finest automobiles.
Timekeepers & Tabletop Jet-Set Pieces
Can we interest your special someone in a fine vintage clock? How about a place to store his or her slightly more modern wristwatches? We’ve got it all.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Brass Travel Alarm Clock ($450)
Jaeger-LeCoultre Brass Travel Alarm Clock - IN THE SHOP
A miniature, golden-hued companion from the age of hotel desk bells and hand-written wake-up calls. Charming, functional, and undeniably glamorous.
Scandinavian Airlines Ashtray – White Melamine ($125)
Scandanavian Airlines Ashtray - White Melamine - IN THE SHOP
A cabin-class relic from when ashtrays were expected on tray tables. A crisp Scandinavian design object that works beautifully today as a catch-all.
Wolf & A:S Clipper 3-Piece Watch Travel Tube ($125)
Wolf & Analog:Shift Clipper 3-Piece Watch Travel Tube - IN THE SHOP
For the traveler who refuses to choose just one watch. Compact, protective, and beautifully built — the gentleman’s version of in-flight entertainment.
