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!!! ULTRA-RARE IMPOSSIBLE-TO-FIND UNIQUE COLLECTOR'S PRODUCT !!! VINTAGE 2002 Made in China New Balance® 555 x Susan G. Komen "Pink Ribbon" Lace Up For The Cure™ Walking Shoes / Кроссовки

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WHY THE PINK RIBBON?

THE PINK RIBBON IS THE MOST RECOGNIZED SYMBOL IN THE FIGHT TO ERADICATE BREAST CANCER.
NEW BALANCE ATHLETIC SHOE INC.® HAS BEEN A NATIONAL SERIES SPONSOR OF THE KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE® SERIES SINCE 1989.
THIS SERIES OF 112 RACES ACROSS THE COUNTRY RAISES FUNDS TO BENEFIT BREAST CANCER RESEARCH, EDUCATION, SCREENING AND TREATMENT PROGRAMS. THE PINK RIBBON IS ON THIS SHOE AS A REMINDER THAT THE ULTIMATE FINISH LINE IS A CURE FOR BREAST CANCER.

JOIN NEW BALANCE AS WE LACE UP FOR THE CURE™

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

PRICE — $255 USD

Product Line — New Balance® x Susan G. Komen Vintage Series / ULTRA-RARE DEADSTOCK COLLECTOR'S
Model/Serial No. — New Balance® 555 / WW555WN / 2 88515 / ULTRA-RARE VINTAGE COLLECTOR'S
On-Tag Country of Origin/Production — CHINA FOR U.S. AAFES AT AVIANO AIR FORCE BASE, ITALY
On-Tag Production Date Code — APRIL 2002 / 0402 / ULTRA-RARE VINTAGE DEADSTOCK
On-Tag Factory Code — 86 / FW0041 / NEW BALANCE FACTORY IN CHINA
Condition — BRAND-NEW, PRISTINE, UNWORN, UNDAMAGED, WITH BOX, WITH ORIGINAL WRAP-PAPER
Materials — 4-5 oz. / 1.8-2.0 mm Full-Grain Leather w/ Tex-Synth. Upper
Laces — New Balance® White Flat Braided Laces
Insoles — New Balance® SL-2 FIT WALKING Vintage Footbed, Perforated, Removable, Breathable
Shoe Size — 10 US WO'S / 8 US MEN'S / 8 UK / 41½ EUR / 27 CM
Shoe Width — B (WO'S Standard / MEN'S Narrow)
Shoe Construction — Strobel Stitch Board Lasting Construction a.k.a. California Construction
Shoe Last/Fit-Form — SL-2 Straight Last
SL-2 Fit — Heel Width-Narrow / Instep Height-High / Toe Box Height-Deep / Forefoot Width (Vol.)-Wide
Insole Factory Sizing — US MEN'S 8-8½, US WO'S 9½-10
Insole Length — 27 CM (Edge-to-Edge Metal Tape Measured) — For a Foot Length Up To 26.5 CM Max
Insole Forefoot Width — 9.3 CM (Metal Tape Measured)
Insole Thickness — 5.0 MM (Calipers Measured)
Weight — 11.7 oz. / 333 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® 555 is ensured by a scientifically rigorous, two-step conservation process designed to eliminate the primary risk of vintage/deadstock sneakers: Polyurethane (PU) Hydrolysis 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® 555 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 PU brittleness. The sneakers are then stored in their 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 their original factory 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 PRISTINE-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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New Balance® 555 x Susan G. Komen Walking 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.

— Reflectors — Reflectors on the front uppers/sides and heel sides enhance visibility and safety during evening and night walks.

— Walking Strike Path™ is an outsole feature that helps stabilize and guides the foot through the walking gait cycle.

— 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.

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These walking shoes were bought in summer 2002 at the U.S. AAFES EXCHANGE military hypermarket on AVIANO Air Force Base, Italy / Via Pordenone, 52, 33081 Aviano PN, Italy

!!! THE ARMY & AIR FORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE (AAFES) OFFERS MILITARY DISCOUNTS AND TAX-FREE SHOPPING FOR ALL ELIGIBLE U.S. MILITARY PERSONNEL WORLDWIDE !!!

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