What if you could own a piece of history—not just any history, but a 75-year-old piece of leather transformed into a one-of-a-kind sneaker? Crown Northampton, a legendary English shoemaker, is giving one lucky winner a chance to do just that.
Up for grabs is a bespoke Harlestone sneaker crafted from deadstock Horween calfskin discovered in Chicago. This isn’t your average rare find. We’re talking about a hide from 1949, the last of its kind from Horween’s “Woodland” tannage, known for its perfect balance of smooth grain, breathability, and weather resistance. Think of it as a vintage relic that’s still completely functional, ready to tackle the elements just as it was seven decades ago.
The story behind this sneaker is true craftsmanship. Crown Northampton’s owner, Chris, stumbled upon this unicorn leather during a trip to Horween earlier this year and knew he had to make something special. Since the hide was just enough for two pairs, one went to testing—and now, the second could be yours.
All you have to do is enter your email here for a chance to win. By entering, you’ll also be signed up for newsletters from Crown Northampton, Man of Many, Valet, Sprezza, and Rose Anvil—all of which you can unsubscribe from at any time. If you are the randomly selected winner, you’ll have 24 hours after receiving your email to confirm your size and shipping address or they will draw another winner. Not feeling lucky? You can still dive into Crown Northampton’s impressive line of resoleable, hand-sewn sneakers featuring high-end leathers like Horween Shell Cordovan. Either way, your feet will thank you.
