Collection: Retro 51
Retro 1951 is a Texas based company, founded in 1990, with a focus on unique gifts and an emphasis on fine writing instruments and the accoutrements of life. The pen is not only a pen but instead a vehicle to create a world of possibilities and a way of revealing who you are. The pen is a perfect gift that will last for years and serve as a token of achievement or fond memories.
Retro 51 merges the fashionable colors and designs of today with the vintage, quality ideals of yesteryear. Although Retro specializes in vibrant, unusual and fun pens, we also offer “other cool stuff” with uncommon stylings. All of these items are branded and packaged with electrifying graphics, colors and a feel of classic Americana.
Every Retro piece is designed with an eye towards that nostalgic American Dream, and it could be best said that We make ‘em like they used to!™
In 2021, the Founder of Retro 1951 retired and a new team, a group of three collectors - fans really - took stewardship of the brand and its mission. Under their guidance the Retro51 brand has continued to thrive and will for many, many years to come!

Officially Licensed Collections
The Officially Licensed fine writing instruments by Retro 51 currently feature Imperial War Museum, Lionel Trains®, Pan American World Airways®, The MET Museum, the Smithsonian, U.S. Postal Service®. This makes a range of unique and collectible writing instruments that pay homage to some of the most iconic institutions and moments in history. Browse our Officially Licensed products!
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Retro 51 Tornado™ - Imperial War Museum Collection
IWM was founded on 5 March 1917 when the War Cabinet approved...
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Retro 51 Lionel Trains
Retro51 is excited to announce the Lionel Trains® license, the legendary name...
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Retro 51 Tornado™ Pan American World Airways Collection
Boarding is now open for an extraordinary writing experience, courtesy of the...
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Retro 51 Tornado™ Smithsonian Collection
When you visit the Smithsonian, you're entering the world's largest museum, education,...
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Retro 51 Tornado U.S. Postal Service
Retro 51 is proud to collaborate with the United States Postal Service®...
Tornado™ Collection
The Tornado™ Collection by Retro 51 contains a range of stylish and high-quality writing instruments that are sure to turn heads. With a variety of designs and finishes to choose from, there's a Tornado™ pen for everyone.
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Retro 51 Tornado™ Woodworks
The Tornado™ Woodworks Collection celebrates reclaimed, recycled, and reused wood. Each pen...
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Retro 51 Tornado™ Classic Lacquers
Indulge in timeless elegance with our Tornado™ Classic Lacquer Rollerball pens, the...
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Retro 51 Tornado™ Rescue Collection
This collection of writing instruments gives back with a portion of the...
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Retro 51 Tornado™ Stealth Lacquer
The Tornado™ Stealth Lacquers: Marrying Retro51’s beloved Classic Lacquers with the sleek...
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Retro 51 Tornado™ Literary Collection
Retro51 is delighted to share this new Tornado™ Literary collection. Inspired by favorite...
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Retro 51 Tornado Popper™ Limited Editions
The Tornado Poppers™ are limited edition pens, each with a unique theme and...
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Retro 51 Tornado™ Vintage Metalsmith
Abraham Lincoln said, "Give me six hours to chop down a tree...
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Retro 51 Tornado Seasonal Touch
A new school year is around the corner and with it comes...

Retro 51 merges the fashionable colors and designs of today with the vintage, quality ideals of yesteryear.