by Chris Jefferies
When we think of Airstream, the classic look of the Silver Bullet tourer springs to mind, and this iconic design has been with us for decades.
But it appears that the teardrop-style design, currently seen in T@B caravans, is just as historic.
In a recent post on the Airstream and Co website, the British importers explained how the original design of the teardrop came about.
This 1933 Airstream (pictured) came with a two-tone exterior, built using materials like plywood and canvas, while a select few were even covered with leatherette.
Gradually the use of hardboards like Masonite helped to bring down the weight, while the floors were lowered to increase the interior space.
And as you might expect from a caravan built 80 years ago, the fittings were more basic, with the kitchen featuring just a wash basin, gas stove and icebox.
As the years passed by, the development of the Silver Bullet design proved more influential and now symbolises the Airstream name, but the teardrop has not died out, with several other companies still using this tapered look today.
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Airstream and Co explains 1930s teardrop caravan design
