{"product_id":"new-balance-blue-355-vintage-1970s-sneakers-mens-size-11-made-in-usa-70s-distressed-rare","title":"New Balance Blue Yellow 355 Vintage 1970s Sneakers Men's Size 11 Made in USA 70s Distressed Rare","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage New Balance 355 Trail Running Shoes, Blue \/ Yellow, Men’s Size 11, Made in USA. Rare 1970s Original Classic Shoes by NB.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp for sale is a true piece of sneaker history, an original pair of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rewindrunning.com\/products\/new-balance-trail-355-1978-vintage-running-shoes-70s-sneakers-print-ad\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"New Balance Trail 355 1978 Vintage Running Shoes 70s Sneakers Print Ad\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNew Balance 355 trail sneakers\u003c\/a\u003e from the late 1970s in the classic blue and yellow color way, men’s size 11. Designed for both road and trail, the 355 featured the Nora-Tuff® carbon rubber sole with flat-head studs for traction, lightweight polyester mesh uppers, and cushioning that was ranked #1 in Runner’s World lab tests. Built in the USA, this model represents one of New Balance’s most important early trail designs. The old school runners are \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eone of the most iconic and difficult-to-find silhouettes in NB’s heritage trail lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pair shows heavy vintage wear and distressing consistent with age and is not wearable. They are being sold strictly as a display piece or for archival reference. Perfect for collectors, sneaker shops, designers looking for inspiration, or set dressing for photography and film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePricing Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Similar pairs in distressed condition have recently sold for $350–450, with one example in rough shape selling for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ebay.com\/itm\/167536893780\" title=\"New Balance 70s Vintage Sneakers 355 Waffle Sole Made in USA Size 10 1\/2 Men's\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e$380 on eBay\u003c\/a\u003e. Cleaner pairs regularly fetch $550–700+ internationally, before shipping and customs. This listing is priced accordingly to reflect both condition and rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold as-is due to their age and condition. For display only, not for wear.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNew Balance (NB)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear: Late 1970s (approx. 1978)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoe Model: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e355\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Men's 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors: Blue \u0026amp; Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAll vintage sneakers are being sold as vintage collectibles and not for everyday wear due to their age. Please message with any questions. All sales are final.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Balance","offers":[{"title":"11","offer_id":45585689215126,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/4638\/9910\/files\/New-Balance-355-front-1200-1200.jpg?v=1757132030","url":"https:\/\/deffestshop.com\/products\/new-balance-blue-355-vintage-1970s-sneakers-mens-size-11-made-in-usa-70s-distressed-rare","provider":"Deffest Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}