Rare, vintage pair of leather Converse Jack Purcells in the classic white and navy colorway. These are "New Old Stock" (NOS) and have never been worn. These feature the superior leather quality and construction typical of the late 90s/early 2000s production.

Brand: Converse

Model: Jack Purcell (Leather Edition)

Style Code: 17238

Condition: New Old Stock (Deadstock) / New with Defects

Originally designed in 1935 by world-renowned Canadian badminton champion Jack Purcell, this silhouette was created to provide more support and durability on the court than the average sneaker of the era. Characterized by its iconic blue "smile" across the toe cap, the shoe was eventually acquired by Converse in the 1970s. Since then, it has transitioned from a performance court shoe to a timeless icon of understated "cool," famously worn by legends like James Dean and Steve McQueen. This specific leather iteration maintains the classic 1930s DNA while offering a premium, vintage aesthetic that is increasingly difficult to find in deadstock condition.