Adidas bought the rights for 3 stripes from finnish brand called Karhu with around 1600€ and 2 bottles of whiskey. True story. - 9GAG
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Javelin shoes from 1953 by a Finnish sportswear brand Karhu. Adidas bought the beloved three stripes trademark from Karhu - for about $1600 and two bottles of whiskey! : r/Sneakers
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