VANS — SK8-HI REISSUE
LOT · VN0A4U3DWN6_6 Black · Brand New, Boxed
A half-century of skate history, cut high and stitched to last.
The Sk8-Hi arrived in 1978 as Vans’ answer to skaters who wanted more ankle support than the Era could give. It was the first Vans silhouette to carry the now-familiar side stripe, and it has stayed in near-constant production ever since — a rare thing in footwear, and a testament to how right the original shape was. The Reissue designation marks this pair as a faithful return to the 1978 build: the taller padded collar, the vulcanized waffle sole, the suede-and-canvas upper that has carried generations of skaters, musicians and everyone in between.
This pair wears the classic black-on-black treatment — suede panels across the toe, heel and eyestay, with durable canvas filling the quarters, all held together by contrast white stitching and the unmistakable jazz stripe. The padded collar softens the ankle without bulk, and the vulcanized waffle outsole grips the way it always has. It is a shoe that reads quiet at first glance and gets better the more it is worn — equally at home with denim, workwear or a plain white tee.
✓ Brand new, never worn — laces, inserts and tissue exactly as issued
✓ Ships in the original box, matching VN0A4U3DWN6_6 end label
✓ Exact style code as pictured — nothing swapped
✓ Double-boxed — no tape or label ever touches the shoe box
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| BRAND | VANS |
| MODEL | Sk8-Hi Reissue |
| STYLE CODE | VN0A4U3DWN6_6 |
| COLORWAY | Black / White |
| CONDITION | Brand new, boxed |
Vans generally run true to size for most wearers, though the Sk8-Hi’s padded collar can feel snug at first — if you are between sizes or have a wider foot, consider sizing up. Please check the size chart before ordering.
Dispatched within 3 business days, tracking provided.
Is this pair brand new?
Yes — never worn, never tried on, ships in the original box.
How fast do you ship?
Most orders leave within 3 business days of cleared payment, and tracking is uploaded as soon as the parcel is on its way.