adidas Handball Spezial Loafer "Core Black Gum" KJ0641

The adidas Handball Spezial Loafer “Core Black Gum” reworks a 1979 indoor court staple into a laceless statement. The original Spezial built its name on handball courts and football terraces. This version keeps that foundation but strips it back for a smarter finish.

The upper arrives in deep Core Black suede. Smooth. Minimal. Easy to wear day or night. Serrated leather Three Stripes cut through the sidewall in subtle contrast, keeping the classic adidas look intact. A metallic Spezial badge adds a quiet flex without overdoing it.

Where laces once sat, there’s now a clean slip-on construction. It shifts the silhouette from sport to smart-casual in one move. Think tailored trousers. Cropped hems. Dark denim. It adapts.

Inside, a full leather lining delivers soft comfort straight out of the box. Over time, it shapes to your foot. The feel improves with wear. That’s always a good sign.

Underfoot, the gum rubber outsole stays true to the original Handball Spezial. It offers dependable grip and that unmistakable terrace aesthetic. The T-toe overlay remains front and centre, anchoring the loafer in adidas heritage.