Rare Pristine 1950's New with Tags Samsonite Suitcase Pair by Shwayder Brothers - Pullman and Train Case in Faux Alligator

Pristine set of two 1950's Samsonite suitcases, new with tags by the Shwayder Brothers in a faux alligator exterior. Style #4136

Cases are in "like new" condition with original tag and keys, as well as all the original packing material, just like it came new from the factory. A very rare find to be sure!

PULLMAN
INTERIOR: is in pristine condition. Pins and ties still intact from the factory. No stains, nor odors. Divider is in perfect condition as well, with movable brass clips to hold it in place.
EXTERIOR: In near perfect condition with a tiny manufacturer defect noted on the bottom of the suitcase (when the suitcase is standing upright on its feet) where there is a very slight gap where the covering meets the metal. No scuffs or scrapes noted. Original sales tag and key included. MEASURES: 26" x 19" x 9"

TRAIN CASE
INTERIOR: Near perfect condition with the original packing material from the factory. Tray and interior is in excellent condition with no stains or odors. Mirror has desilvered in spots due to aging. Original key and factory packing material included.
EXTERIOR: Also, in "like new condition" with no scrapes or scuffs noted. Hardware is bright and shiny. MEASURES: 18" x 8" x 9"

PACKING AND SHIPPING
Packaging vintage items for shipment requires special attention and consideration to ensure that they arrive at their destination in the same condition they left in. When purchasing from Phat Dog Vintage, you can expect safe, clean and professional packing. We use an abundance of new bubble wrap, new boxes and other new packing materials to properly insulate your purchase from damage during transit. These items may ship in two separate boxes.

SHWAYDER BROTHERS - SAMSONITE HISTORY
The Shwayder Brothers was started by trunk repairman turned luggage maker Jesse Shwayder and his five brothers in 1910, Samsonite luggage became one of the most well-known brands of traveling cases in the world.

Jesse knew the luggage business from the ground up thanks to his trunk repair business. As he fixed pieces for clients, he got to see first-hand what popular trunks of the day were made of, how they were constructed, and how wear and tear affected them in the form of strength and weakness. In response, Jesse started making his own trunks with improvements in design from notes he had taken while doing repair jobs. Jesse's handmade trunks turned out to be a vast improvement of what was currently available on the market. Quickly gaining a reputation for building high-quality trunks, Jesse went into business with his brothers to create Samsonite Luggage. By the mid-1920s they were selling over a million pieces of high-quality travel cases a year.

By the time this was set was made in the 1950s, Shwayder Bros was the largest producer of luggage in the world. Jesse credited his success with treating people and luggage the way he wanted to be treated. He offered strong, well-made travel cases for a fair price and a pledge that they would withstand decades of travel and adventure.