Lot # 40 - Vintage Stratoway Suitcase Pair- Northwestern Luggage Co. Seattle, WA

Northwestern Luggage Company (Stratoway Brand), a notable Seattle-based manufacturer from the mid-20th century.

  • Design: Features a distinctive cream and tan textured tweed-style exterior with reinforced brown piping and sturdy carrying handles.

  • Construction: Hard-sided "train case" style builds with metal flip-latches. The interiors are lined with a complementary fabric, typical of high-quality luggage from this era.

  • Local Provenance: A great find for collectors of Seattle memorabilia or aviation-era travel gear.

  • Specifications & Dimensions

    • Large Suitcase: 21" x 8.5" x 19"

    • Small Suitcase: 18" x 13" x 6.5"

    • Function: The smaller case fits conveniently inside the larger one for easy storage.

    Condition

    Both pieces are in very good vintage condition. They show authentic "traveled" wear, including some scuffs to the piping and metal hardware patina, which adds to their mid-century charm. They've been stored in their own vinyl(?) cases to protect them when not in use. 

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    Opening Bid : $ 5.00
    Start Date/Time: 09-Mar-2026 7:00:00 AM
    End Date/Time: 16-Mar-2026 7:39:00 PM
    Current bid:

    $40.00

    Highest bidder:

    KrazyKat

    Auction has ended

    Description :

    This lot features a handsome pair of Vintage Stratoway Nesting Suitcases, manufactured by the Northwestern Luggage Company right here in Seattle, WA. These mid-century travel pieces combine Pacific Northwest industrial history with a classic, rugged aesthetic.

    Product Highlights

    • Manufacturer: Northwestern Luggage Company (Stratoway Brand), a notable Seattle-based manufacturer from the mid-20th century.

    • Design: Features a distinctive cream and tan textured tweed-style exterior with reinforced brown piping and sturdy carrying handles.

    • Construction: Hard-sided "train case" style builds with metal flip-latches. The interiors are lined with a complementary fabric, typical of high-quality luggage from this era.

    • Local Provenance: A great find for collectors of Seattle memorabilia or aviation-era travel gear.

    Specifications & Dimensions

    • Large Suitcase: 21" x 8.5" x 19"

    • Small Suitcase: 18" x 13" x 6.5"

    • Function: The smaller case fits conveniently inside the larger one for easy storage.

    Condition

    Both pieces are in very good vintage condition. They show authentic "traveled" wear, including some scuffs to the piping and metal hardware patina, which adds to their mid-century charm. They've been stored in their own vinyl(?) cases to protect them when not in use. 


    Auction History

    Highest bidder is KrazyKat

    Date Bid User
    10-Mar-2026 9:21:34 PM $40.00 KrazyKat
    10-Mar-2026 8:32:12 PM $36.00 Lgm
    09-Mar-2026 11:18:58 AM $26.00 KrazyKat
    09-Mar-2026 11:18:49 AM $25.00 maemae
    09-Mar-2026 11:18:49 AM $25.00 KrazyKat
    09-Mar-2026 9:44:17 AM $5.00 maemae

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