Comments on: SKYBOUND SHOTGUN? SOMEWHERE, USA, 1957

By: T. Graham

T. Graham — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 04:11:51 +0000

Hey Charles,
It’s not a shotgun but a toy Pop Gun.
I had a like this one about the same year. I thought it was made by Daisy, maybe Mattel. Fond memories. Thanks.

By: LP

LP — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 20:09:59 +0000

In some ways in reminds me of the old Terminal
One at Sky Harbor Airport in Phoenix, AZ–bolo tie on the boy and all! The flat terrain and
what maybe palm trees in the background.

By: Jen Domani

Jen Domani — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:42:44 +0000

Love it! The rifle’s almost as big as he is.

I needed something to smile about today. Thanks.

By: Charles Phoenix

Charles Phoenix — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:31:59 +0000

Quite frankly, don’t know the difference between a shotgun and a rifle. Perhaps i should spend a little more time in Frontierland! And for the record, i’ve just been informed that the rifle is a Mattel Lever-action Winchester “Western Wagon Master” Sterling Rifle.

By: Pam Reidhead

Pam Reidhead — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:31:39 +0000

I wonder if he got that toy gun at Disneyland?? I wish people dressed a little better in public these days. Maybe not as much as back then, but man, some people just dress like slobs, all in the name of comfort. I think that people can dress comfortably without looking like they just got out of bed!

By: Don

Don — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:20:58 +0000

Actually, Charles, that’s a toy rifle, not a shotgun. Not a big deal, but you usually nail the details perfectly!

By: JoAn Burdick Gottlieb

JoAn Burdick Gottlieb — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:10:26 +0000

Great going back in time, I remember flying out of LAX in the 50’s heading to teach baton twirling at some of the then huge camps in Texas and Colorado. Always wore high heels, hat, gloves and everyone else was dressed in suits and the same. It was a big, big deal back then and they also would place little sample packs of cigarettes on each food tray for those flying to try. No jets then, just props. I would guess when this picture was taken, that the wicker baskets were passed out to passengers with children as it most likely would have been something for Easter time. Just a guess. Jo

By: Daniel

Daniel — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:27:48 +0000

Wow! times have really changed, I remember my grandparents traveling and ALWAYS dressed to the Nines, now people wear whatever they will from jammies to shorts,flip-flops. I wish i could go back to those days,thats why I shop vintage clothing stores.
Here’s to you Charles,air travel and vintage clothing
TTFN Daniel in Sylmar,CA

By: Susan Shen

Susan Shen — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 16:05:49 +0000

What a different time that was! The little boy
will probably be able to take his toy shotgun
with him and keep it close during the trip.
When packing for a flight, I have to think if
I’ll be able to take my nail clippers (has to have an under 4 inch blade)and shampoo no more
than three ounces! Think I preferred it the
other way.