Northwest Orient Airlines 16oz Pint Glass
| 16oz | |
|---|---|
| Height, in | 5.85 |
| Top diameter, in | 3.40 |
| Base diameter, in | 2.40 |
Raise a glass to Northwest Orient Airlines and its defining 1947 to 1986 era. This pint glass celebrates the carrier whose Great Circle service helped connect the United States and Japan, building on earlier mail routes, northern transcontinental travel, and Alaska experience. A fitting addition to a home bar, aviation display, or collector shelf, it brings Northwest Orient history into post-flight pours, game nights, and conversations with fellow airline enthusiasts.
Northwest Airlines began as Northwest Airways on September 1, 1926, founded by Colonel Lewis Brittin and originally based in Detroit, Michigan. Its early work centered on U.S. Post Office mail flying, with passenger service beginning in 1927 and international service to Winnipeg beginning in 1928. Renamed Northwest Airlines in 1934, it developed a northern transcontinental route linking Chicago, Minneapolis and Seattle. After World War II, its experience flying routes to Alaska helped establish a major trans-Pacific role. On July 15, 1947, it began direct U.S.-Japan service via its Great Circle route and adopted Northwest Orient Airlines branding from 1947 to 1986. Northwest merged with Minneapolis-St. Paul-based Republic Airlines on October 1, 1986, adding hubs at Detroit, Memphis and Minneapolis-St. Paul. A strategic alliance with KLM began in 1993. Northwest and Delta Air Lines announced their merger in 2008; Delta retained its name and branding, ended use of the Northwest name for flights on January 31, 2010, and became the successor carrier.
A sturdy 16oz pint glass that brings a little roadhouse spirit to everyday pours. The clear tempered glass showcases whatever you fill it with — amber beer, cold brew, or fresh juice — while a bold vintage-inspired script wraps the side for a subtle, nostalgic touch. It feels solid in the hand, resists everyday wear, and pairs easily with bar carts, kitchen counters, or a laid-back backyard table. Wash gently by hand to keep the lettering sharp and the glass crystal-clear. Built from tempered materials and assembled in the USA, this glass fits into evenings spent swapping stories, weekend morning routines, or those slow, quiet moments when a simple drink matters.
Product features
- 16 oz (0.473 L) capacity
- Tempered, durable glass construction
- BPA-free material
- Hand wash only to preserve finish
- Assembled in the USA from globally sourced parts
Care instructions
- Hand wash only
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Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Care instructions: Hand wash only