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!!! ULTRA-RARE IMPOSSIBLE-TO-FIND UNIQUE COLLECTOR'S PRODUCT !!! VINTAGE 2007 Made in U.S.A. New Balance® 558 Men's Walking Shoes / Кроссовки

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

PRICE — $160 USD

Model/Serial No. — MW558WN / 883575247809 / DEADSTOCK COLLECTOR'S
On-Tag Country of Origin/Production — PROUDLY MADE IN U.S.A., AT ONE OF NEW BALANCE HISTORIC HOMELAND FACTORIES, LOCATED IN THE NEW ENGLAND REGION IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SUCH AS IN LAWRENCE, MASSACHUSETTS OR NORRIDGEWOCK/SKOWHEGAN/NORWAY, MAINE)
On-Tag Production Date Code — SEPTEMBER 2007 / 0907 / VINTAGE / DEADSTOCK / ULTRA-RARE
On-Tag Factory Code — 64 / NB® PLANT IN LAWRENCE, NORRIDGEWOCK, SKOWHEGAN, OR NORWAY
Condition — EXCELLENT PRE-OWNED, CLEAN, EXCEPT FOR A FEW SPOTS ON THE SIDE AND THE HEEL COUNTER OF THE LEFT SHOE, AND ON THE RIGHT SHOE TONGUE, NO RIPS, NO ODOR, INSIDE TAG WORN, FEW WEEKS OF USE IN 2008 SUMMER, THEN CLEANED AND PUT AWAY FOR STORAGE, W/O BOX
Materials — 4-5 oz. / 1.8-2.0 mm FULL-GRAIN LEATHER, Synth. Mesh
Laces — White, One Pair, Washed
Insoles — New Balance® SL-1 FIT WALK Footbed, Perforated, Removable, Breathable, Washed, No Odor
Shoe Size — 10 US / 9½ UK / 44 EU / 28 CM
Shoe Width — D (Standard/Medium)
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 9½-10, US WO'S 11-11½
Insole Length — 28 CM (Metal Tape Measured) — For a Foot Length Up To 27.5 CM Max
Insole Forefoot Width — 9.5 CM (Metal Tape Measured)
Insole Thickness — 5.0 MM (Calipers Measured)
Shoe Weight — 13 oz. / 370 g Per One Shoe

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PRE-OWNED CONDITION PRESERVATION: MUSEUM-GRADE TWO-STAGE CONSERVATION PROTOCOL

The ultimate longevity of these collectible New Balance® 558 is ensured by a scientifically rigorous, two-step conservation process designed to eliminate the primary risk of vintage/deadstock sneakers: Polyurethane (PU) Hydrolysis, Mold, Mildew, 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® 558 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 recycled cardboard 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 recycled cardboard box, ensuring protection from light and dust. Strict non-contact viewing protocols (via photos or seller's handling only) are applied to preserve the EXCELLENT PRE-OWNED CONDITION.

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

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New Balance® 558 Walking Techs:

— 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 — A pair of front upper light reflectors.

— 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 late 2007 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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THESE NEW BALANCE SHOES COME WITH AN ADDED BONUS FOR THE BUYER:

They've been given a luxurious treatment with the finest quality New Zealand lanolin. This 100% pure, anhydrous, fragrance-free, pharmaceutical-grade (meeting EP/USP standards) all-natural conditioner, deeply nourishes the leather, keeping it supple, smooth, and enhancing its natural water repellency.
Long live New Zealand sheeps!

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