Vintage 1970s Nike Oregon Waffle Style Obori Honeycomb Sole Blue Yellow Sneakers For Sale

Vintage 1970s Nike Oregon Waffle Style Obori Honeycomb Sole Blue Yellow Sneakers
Pre owned
Rare Vintage 1970s Nike Running Sneakers – Oregon Waffle Style / Obori Honeycomb Sole – Blue & Yellow
is a rare pair of vintage Nike running sneakers believed to date from the 1970s, featuring classic blue nylon uppers, yellow Nike Swooshes, dark suede overlays, and yellow interior lining.These sneakers feature an unusual combination of early Nike running shoe design elements.
The upper construction closely resembles Nike’s early Oregon Waffle and Waffle Trainer designs, while the distinctive gum rubber honeycomb outsoles are similar to those documented on the early Nike Obori / Boston 73 running shoes. The Nike Obori was introduced in the early 1970s and is historically significant as one of Nike’s earliest running shoe models. Unlike traditional Waffle Trainers, which featured raised waffle-pattern traction, the Obori utilized a distinctive honeycomb-style rubber outsole.
This pair features that same general honeycomb traction design, making it an interesting example of early Nike running shoe construction.
The exact model and production year have not been conclusively identified. It is unknown whether these represent a factory variation, another early Nike running model, or a pair that received replacement soles during its lifetime in Japan.DETAILS:
Brand: Nike
Era: 1970s (Estimated)
Model: Unidentified Vintage Nike Running Shoe
Design: Oregon Waffle / Waffle Trainer Style
Outsole: Obori-Style Honeycomb Gum Rubber
Color: Blue / Yellow / Dark Suede
Upper Material: Nylon and Suede
Interior: Yellow Lining / Blue Insoles
Size: Approximately US Men’s 7-8 men’s Estimated)
Exterior Length: Approximately 11.8 inches / 30 cm
Original Box: Not Included
CONDITION:
Pre-owned vintage condition with age-related wear.
Blue nylon uppers remain in good vintage condition with visible creasing.
Dark suede overlays show natural wear and fading consistent with age.
Yellow Nike Swooshes remain intact.
Original-style Nike tongue branding is present.
Yellow interior lining shows signs of age and use.
Both gum rubber outsoles feature matching honeycomb traction patterns with well-defined tread.
The soles appear visually consistent with one another. However, their factory originality has not been verified, and previous resoling cannot be ruled out.
SIZE INFORMATION:
No readable size tag could be located.
Exterior measurement is approximately 11.25 inches (28.5 cm) from heel to toe.
Estimated men’s size 7-8 men’s , although the actual size cannot be guaranteed.
Please refer to measurement photographs before purchasing.COLLECTOR INFORMATION:
These sneakers are particularly interesting because of their combination of early Nike running shoe design features. They were found in a small shop in Japan many years ago.
The upper resembles the Oregon Waffle / Waffle Trainer family, while the honeycomb-pattern rubber outsoles are similar to those associated with the early Nike Obori / Boston 73.
This combination makes them an unusual vintage Nike collectible worthy of further research.
Please note that the shoes have not been authenticated as a specific model or production year. The Obori and Oregon Waffle references describe similarities in construction and are not confirmation of the model’s identity.
Due to their age, these sneakers are being sold primarily as vintage collectibles or display pieces.
Wearability and long-term sole durability are not guaranteed.
Please examine all photographs carefully.
Sold as pictured.