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!!! ULTRA-RARE IMPOSSIBLE-TO-FIND VINTAGE COLLECTOR'S PRODUCT !!! VINTAGE 1998 Made in U.S.A. New Balance® 712 Running Shoes / Кроссовки

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DO YOU LIVE TO RUN?
OR DO YOU RUN TO LIVE?

DO YOU RUN UNTIL EXHAUSTION?
OR DO YOU RUN UNTIL EXHILARATION?

DOES RUNNING MAKE YOU MORE OF A MAN?
OR DOES RUNNING MAKE YOU MORE OF A HUMAN?

ACHIEVE NEW BALANCE™

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!!! THIS UNIQUE VINTAGE PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED BY NEW BALANCE ATHLETIC SHOE INC. !!!

!!! A MUST-HAVE FOR A TRUE NEW BALANCE SNEAKERHEAD !!! IN ULTIMATELY RARE 10½ 2E MEN'S SIZE !!!
!!! THE HOLY GRAIL, YOU'LL NEVER FIND ANOTHER BRAND-NEW PAIR OF NB® 712 IN THE FULL PACKAGE !!!
!!! DON'T MISS THE CHANCE TO OWN THE RAREST MADE IN U.S. NEW BALANCE RUNNERS OF THE 90S !!!

!!! THE ONLY BRAND-NEW DEADSTOCK NB® 712 RUNNERS IN THE FULL PACKAGE LEFT IN THE WORLD !!!

PRICE — $1,577 USD

Product Line — New Balance® 712 Vintage Running Series / ULTRA-RARE GRAIL DEADSTOCK COLLECTOR'S
Model/Serial No. — New Balance® 712 / M712WO / 4915128239 / ULTRA-RARE DEADSTOCK COLLECTOR'S
On-Tag Country of Origin/Production — PROUDLY MADE IN U.S.A. BY ASSEMBLY TEAM #49, AT ONE OF NEW BALANCE HISTORIC HOMELAND FACTORIES, LOCATED IN THE NEW ENGLAND REGION IN THE U.S.A. (SUCH AS IN LAWRENCE, MASSACHUSETTS OR NORRIDGEWOCK/SKOWHEGAN/NORWAY, MAINE)
Year of Release/Production — 1998 / Copr. 1998 New Balance Athletic Shoe Inc. / ULTRA-RARE VINTAGE
Condition — BRAND-NEW, FACTORY-SEALED LABEL, ASSEMBLY TICKET, WRAP-PAPERS, ORIGINAL BOX
Materials — Leather Tex-Synth. Upper w/ Multi-Layered Meshes
Laces — New Balance® White Stock Laces
Insoles — New Balance® SL-1 FIT RUNNING Vintage Footbed, Perforated, Removable, Breathable
Shoe Size — 10½ US MEN'S / 10 UK / 44½ EUR / 28.5 CM
Shoe Width — 2E (MEN'S WIDE)
Shoe Construction — Strobel Stitch Board Lasting Construction a.k.a. California Construction
Shoe Last/Fit-Form — SL-1 Straight Last
SL-1 Fit — Heel Width, Instep Height, Toe Box Height, and Forefoot Width (Vol.) — Standard
Insole Factory Sizing — US MEN'S 10-11, US WO'S 11½-12
Insole Length — 28.5 CM (Measured Edge-To-Edge) — For a Foot Length Up To 28 CM Max
Insole Forefoot Width — 10 CM (Measured Edge-To-Edge)
Insole Thickness — 5.0 MM (Calipers Measured)
Shoe Weight — 13.4 oz. / 381 g Per One Shoe

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DEADSTOCK-CONDITION PRESERVATION: MUSEUM-GRADE TWO-STAGE CONSERVATION PROTOCOL

The ultimate longevity of these collectible New Balance® 712 runners is ensured by a scientifically rigorous, two-step conservation process designed to eliminate the primary risk of vintage/deadstock sneakers: Polyurethane Hydrolysis, Mold, and Rubber Oxidation, while maintaining the necessary material flexibility for potential future wear.

I. STAGE 1: INITIAL DEHUMIDIFICATION (The Pre-Drying Rescue Phase)

These New Balance® 712 runners undergo a critical week-long pre-drying phase where they are exposed to a dedicated 50g of 150°C-activated Silica Gel per each sneaker: the essential step for actively extracting the excess moisture absorbed by the materials (PU/EVA/ACTEVA/ACTEVA LIGHT/ACTEVA ULTRA-LIGHT/ENCAP/C-CAP/ABZORB/ABZORB SBS/ABZORB DTS/N-ERGY/REVLITE) over the decades, stabilizing them before RH-maintenance stage.

II. STAGE 2: OPTIMAL HUMIDITY MAINTENANCE METHOD (Maintenance Mode)

Following the pre-drying phase, the aggressive initial desiccant is removed to prevent over-drying and brittleness. The sneakers are then stored in the original factory box (non-airtight) to allow the materials to achieve a stable RH level (40% – 60%) necessary for material flexibility and potential future wear.

— PROTECTION LEVEL (BALANCE): This method prioritizes a balance between chemical preservation and physical flexibility, relying on the stable, controlled RH of the storage environment, to maintain a stable RH (40% – 60%) necessary for future wearing and long-term stability.

— OBSERVASION-SAFE: Sneakers are stored in the original box, ensuring protection from light and dust. Strict non-contact viewing protocols (via photos or seller's handling only) are applied to preserve the DEADSTOCK-CONDITION.

RESULT: The meticulous two-stage conservation process reduces the risk of accelerated polymer decay to an ABSOLUTE MINIMUM, keeping these sneakers in current PRISTINE-CONDITION for decades to come!

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1998s New Balance® 712 Running Shoes Techs And Features:

— Abzorb® is a blend of DuPont™ Engage® Isoprene rubber and proprietary foam materials utilized in the midsoles of New Balance shoes. Favored for its cushioning and compression set properties, Abzorb® is used internally in both the heel and forefoot.
Designed to absorb shock and displace energy, Abzorb® cushioning keeps athletes comfortable and protected from the rigors of impact.

— C-Cap® is a compression-molded EVA that enhances midsole cushioning and flexibility. This means that players/athletes can expect comfortable support that does not inhibit overall responsiveness.

— Ndurance™ is a outsole compound that's designed to provide durability and traction. It's made of a blend of materials that are designed to resist wear and tear, while also providing good grip on a variety of surfaces.

— Reflectors — Light reflectors provide an additional level of safety during late evening and night runs.

— T-S-2® (Transitional Support System) is a midsole cushioning technology that's designed to provide a soft, responsive ride. It's made of a blend of materials that are designed to absorb shock and return energy, helping you to feel more comfortable and energized as you run.
T-S-2® technology is made up of two different densities of foam that are molded together. The first density of foam is a soft, flexible foam that's designed to provide cushioning and comfort. The second density of foam is a firmer, more supportive foam that's designed to provide stability and control.
T-S-2® technology is strategically placed on the medial side of the foot, and it covers 35% of the width of a sneaker, which provides ideal support for the heel and arch, which can help to reduce pronation and improve stability.

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These New Balance runners were purchased in early 1999 at the AAFES EXCHANGE store

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