This is a vintage Adidas mini bowling bag from the 1960s.
Purchased about two years ago for approximately 100,000 yen from ERMITAGE Hamura.
It has been stored unused since purchase.
This is a very rare and cute bag.
The zipper opens and closes smoothly.
It can be used by anyone, regardless of gender, making it a unisex item.
Below is the product description from when it was originally sold:
W23 D19 H25 cm
This is a model from the 1960s, characterized by the Adidas logo where the a is sharply pointed, differing from the current logo.
While there are West German and French-made models of this old logo, the country of origin for this bag is unknown.
It features a rare design with the word adidas printed vertically, which is rarely seen.
It has a shape similar to a bowling bag but is a very small and cute size.
Synthetic leather is used.
The condition is good for its age, but please purchase with the understanding that it is an old item.
This shape, sometimes seen in vintage Adidas bags, is also called a bowling bag, and models from West Germany, France, and Yugoslavia exist.
Since Adidas made them, some were likely used to hold bowling balls, but this bag is extremely small, so it was probably made for a different purpose.
This model is already highly valuable simply for being from the 1960s, but what makes it even rarer is the print on the bag.
The word adidas is printed vertically, whereas it is usually printed horizontally.
This is a design type rarely seen elsewhere and is considered quite rare even among other bags from the 1960s.
The size of the bag, which I described as extremely small, is indeed considerably smaller compared to other travel bags and bowling bags, further increasing its rarity.
Although there is no country of origin marking, the zipper is CHIC brand, so it is highly likely to be French-made.
1960s
Adidas
Vintage
Mini Bowling Bag
Petit adidas
Made in France ventex
Jersey Early Logo Rare Size
Daily Cleaning: Use a soft brush or damp cloth to gently wipe away dirt. Avoid harsh chemicals. For mesh areas, use diluted mild detergent and a soft brush.
Drying: Air dry in a cool, shaded place after cleaning. Avoid direct sunlight or high heat, which can cause fading and glue deterioration.
Storage: Stuff with paper to maintain shape when not in use. Store in a dry, ventilated area to prevent mold. Rotate between multiple pairs to extend lifespan.
Usage Notes: Designed for basketball. Not recommended for hiking, long-distance running, or other specialized sports where different performance features are required.
Il materiale sembra resistente e ben fatto. L’articolo è pratico e facile da usare. Ottimo per l’uso di tutti i giorni.