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Converse Jack Purcell® CP SKU #7156062(View on Zappos.com Classic)
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View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)- This timeless shoe has gone virtually unchanged since the 1930's, but in this case change is good.
- Reinvented with a ½ inch thick comfort insole, lightly padded tongue and upper sock liner.
- Nicer laces with metal eyelets, along with a redesigned outsole for added comfort.
- Softer fabric lines the shoe in pleasing colors.
- And of course, the Distinctive Smile™ continues to gleam bright.
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- 58% "Felt a half size smaller than marked"
- 90% "Felt true to width"
- 78% "Moderate arch support"
Recent Customer Reviews - 472 Reviews Total
Posted: Nov 5, 2009
Reviewer: Anna from California
Reviewer: Anna from California
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I was pleasantly surprised when I received these and tried them on. They are so cushy! Definitely a different feel from classic Converse and I would say an improvement. The only thing I wish these shoes had was a little more embellishment. They don't have the classic black line along the bottom or the contrast stitching. They are still cute, but I think the lack of detail makes them look a little more generic. There isn't any real visible detail to identify them as Converse so they could be any old brand. Nonetheless, I still will be wearing them quite often and I'm sure my nice, comfy feet will thank me!
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Posted: Oct 28, 2009
Reviewer: Lori J from Utah
Reviewer: Lori J from Utah
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Posted: Oct 25, 2009
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Great shoes, just like when I was a teenager. Comfortable and stylish. They match my 1950 Merc. How cool is that? Arrived in a timely manner, a free shipping special and all. Thanks Zappos for staying current.
Posted: Oct 23, 2009
Reviewer: Trevor l from vancouver b.c.
Reviewer: Trevor l from vancouver b.c.
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Love 'em. I usually wear Chucks and went with these because I love the little smile on the front. The sueded insole is supple and cushy. The lining seems to be of a softer material too (in comparison to Chucks). I have relatively wide feet, so they feel a little narrow and I had to go up a half size than usual which then causes slippage on the heel and a little blistering. But I noticed that wearing the shoes looser helps. They are my favorites and so versatile with shorts, pants, dresses, etc.
Posted: Oct 23, 2009
Reviewer: from New Hampshire
Reviewer: from New Hampshire
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Goes great with everything. A little tight at first but after I stretched them out they were perfect and comfy. I wear them almost every day!
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Marquis M. Converse opened the Converse Rubber Shoe Company in Malden, Massachusetts in 1908 and started out with winterized footwear for men, women, and children. Soon after, a consistent line of sports performance and sport-inspired footwear including canvas shoes for tennis, Chuck Taylor® All Star® basketball shoes and Jack Purcell® shoes were created. Through innovations, leadership and contributions Converse® has built a shoe brand around the heritage and soul of American sports in the 20th century. Keeping up with the evolution and popularity of basketball, tennis, football, baseball and track, Converse® shoes have become a favorite worldwide.
Over the years, Converse® has created collections in Sports Performance, Sports Lifestyle and Sports Classics. Converse® Sports Performance collection began with the love of basketball itself and features the most popular and storied basketball shoes of all time including the Converse® Chuck Taylor® All Star® shoe. From sport style to everyday lifestyle, the Converse® Sports Lifestyle collection gives originality and self expression to those who wear them. Sports Lifestyle shoes feature street-style and casual footwear inspired by court, track and tennis athletic shoes. Converse® Sports Classics collection combines creative, original ideas with new materials, colors, prints and special features allowing the world to enjoy updated favorites like the Converse® Chuck Taylor® All Star® and the Converse® Jack Purcell®.
With nearly a century of sports history and footwear innovation, Converse® is more than shoes. Its rich history tells a story of American sports and innovators that came together for the love of sports. To this day, Converse® creates footwear that allows us to express who we are. Converse® offers a wide range of stylish sneakers that cater to men, women and children alike. And their ultra-sleek eyewear line is not to be taken lightly. So, whether you’re looking for a pair of old-school Chucks (Chuck Taylor® All Star®) or high-end models such as Jack Purcell® or Converse® by John Varvatos, look no further than Converse®!
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Posted: Oct 22, 2009
Reviewer: from Chandler, AZ
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I love these shoes. They are better built than the more popular and well known Chuck Taylors. It\'s in the details. Thicker padded sole, lined tongue, and metal tipped shoe laces.
Posted: Oct 19, 2009
Reviewer: Ted R from Chicago
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Comfy, creative and cool. This shoe runs true to size and is honestly one of the best deals out there for a good quality shoe. \r\n\r\nI was in a wedding and all the groomsmen rocked these instead of those plastic tuxedo shoes. \r\n\r\n
Posted: Oct 10, 2009
Reviewer: Karin from minneapolis, mn
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I purchased these shoes for my fiance to wear on our wedding day. They were always one of his favorite shoes. He was so happy when he got them. He said they are even better than a few years ago, much more comfortable!
Posted: Oct 10, 2009
Reviewer: from Coronca, CA
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Love the shoes, of course. I've owned a dozen pairs and keep coming back. But what I really love is how fast I got them! I'm super busy and have no time to shop. So it's great to come home and see new shoes on my front porch. And free shipping is the best!
Posted: Sep 30, 2009
Reviewer: Isabel C from Oregon
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CONVERSE JACK PURCELL -
My daughter is a first mate onboard a Major cruise liner and I am forever sending 2/3 pairs of Jack Purcells. With the type work she does onboard these are a must. Well, mom is on to them as well. I just adore the feel and comfort.
Posted: Sep 10, 2009
Reviewer: Douglas M from Pennsylvania
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These shoes look great. Simple and understated, yet unique. They were very comfortable until they wore out. One of the most comfortable pair of shoes I have owned. I wore them several days each week for about 5 months and they are falling apart. I do not do a lot of walking, probably less than five miles total by the end of the day if you add it all up. There are exception days that push the daily total closer to ten, but the average is probably 3-5 miles every day. The edge of the sole is all tattered looking, the little label on the back of the sole is torn and falling off, the edges of the cap on the toe are torn and flapping about. For this price, I expect shoes to last longer than this. I am extremely disappointed. Zappos is a great thing, but these shoes are not.
Posted: Jul 17, 2009
Reviewer: Ashley M from Kansas
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I love these shoes. I just got them and they are already my favorite pair. Very comfortable and can wear anytime. \r\n Also the service from zappos was great. I\'m a first time customer and got my order sooner than expected and was sent emails letting me know information about the order. Better than most experiences I\'ve had with other online stores.
Posted: Jul 7, 2009
Reviewer: Mike from Brooklyn, NY
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Great looking casual sneaker. True to size, I'm a 12. I wear them always sockless with tan or grey khakis and always get compliments. The additional padding/lining provides much improved comfort over Chuck Taylors.
Posted: Jun 25, 2009
Reviewer: from Alexandria, VA
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The Jack Purcell's arguably look a little goofier than the Chuck Taylors I've worn for years, but I agree with the reviewers who say they are more comfortable. Also, I found my size 11 Purcell's to be the SAME SIZE as my size 11 Chuck Taylors, so if you have Chucks, I'd recommend ordering the same size. (Note, however, that I wear 11.5 in Nike, Saucony, and Adidas; so based on my limited experience, order Converse canvas shoes a half-size down.)
Posted: Jun 10, 2009
Reviewer: from California
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I got these in a size 10 to replace a size 9.5 pair of Chuck Taylors. I definitely got the right size - the Purcell's in 10 are almost exactly the same size as Chucks in 9.5. So, if anyone is replacing a pair of Chucks with these, try a half size up. They are far more comfortable than Chucks, and don't seem to have any break-in period. They seem better made and more substantial than Chucks as well. Unfortunately, they are kind of ugly-looking from certain angles. Chucks are just a cleaner, more streamlined, more classic style. But I just can't put my feet through that kind of abuse anymore, so Purcell's are the way to go.
Posted: May 27, 2009
Reviewer: from Marina del Rey, CA
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Perfect casual shoes!!!
I am an athlete/tomboy who mostly lives in flip flops and sneakers when not at work. I normally wear Asics Tiger Onitsukas, Pumas, or Adidas but saw this pair on someone and thought they were really cute. I got them Friday afternoon and wore them to a party/bbq that night and was totally comfortable all night (until almost 3am on my feet the entire time). Definitely recommend these! I wish they had them in red! I got them in a woman's 7 (I am normally a 7.5).
Posted: May 23, 2009
Reviewer: Kate from Bay Area, CA
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I love these shoes so much! After years of wearing Chucks, the squishy soles that line this model feel so decedent. I also sometimes use my green Superfeet insoles for a change; it is so nice that the original insoles are removable. I wear these with jeans or shorts and they look very classy.:) They are perfect for walking all around campus all day or for shopping. There are only two problems I have with them: 1) They are not as durable as Chuck Taylors. After 2 months of almost-daily wear, the rubber up on the tops started cracking where it met the fabric. Also, the soles seem to have worn out really quickly. I have had them for about 5 months and the back of the heel has worn away from the bottom of the sole, so there is a small gap on the bottom of each shoe near the "Jack Purcell" logo. The tread is also almost gone from the bottom. 2) The white fabric gets REALLY DIRTY!!! Like, almost black on the tongue of the shoe where the shoelaces rub all day. Is this dark color from the metal in the grommets? I don't know. But it's really bad. Also, the shoe laces come undone easily. Overall, though, I am happy I found such cute and comfy shoes and I'm going to buy another pair even if they don't last forever! (But I will probably buy black ones).
Posted: May 13, 2009
Reviewer: from Maryland
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LOVE MY JACKS!!
I LOVE my JACK PURCELLS!! They are cut big, so get a half size smaller. Mine are actually a women’s 7.5 and usually wear an 8.5 and sometimes an 8 but never a 7.5. I have the white ones and plan on getting the black next.
Posted: May 12, 2009
Reviewer: from NYC
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Love these shoes!
I wore these every day for 3 weeks on my vacation and they are great. Very comfortable and perfect for city treks. Zappos is awesome - It was a last minute decision to get these and I was able to get these in a day just in time for my trip.
I am definitely buying another pair from Zappos when these break down.
They run a half size smaller - I normally wear a 9 but had to get these in a 9.5 for a perfect fit.
Posted: May 11, 2009
Reviewer: Danielle from New Jersey
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Really cute sneaker. Looks great with skirts, shorts, jeans, and capris. Would be perfect for walking around town if they didn't give me terrible blisters. The first day I wore them I got huge blisters on my heels and my pinky toes felt really smushed and sore. 2nd wear I tried w/ socks and didn't get blisters but heel and toes still rubbed. Maybe they need more break in time in the toes, but I'm afraid heel blisters are inevitable because of the way the shoe rubs as I walk.
