Adidas SPZL F.C. Smock

Overview

Adidas SPZL returned with the F.C. Smock, a silhouette that has historically done well in khaki and blue. This drop followed the same playbook: tight allocations, heavy SPZL fan interest, and multiple retailers splitting stock across FCFS and launches. With confirmed presence at Adidas, HIP, END, and Sevenstore, plus scattered in-store units, the jacket moved quickly and settled into a dependable £350+ resale.

How the Flip Played Out

Stock appeared limited across sites, creating fast sell-through.

HIP targeted an 8:00 UK drop, and Adidas CONFIRMED went FCFS at 9:00, making morning speed crucial.

END and Sevenstore opened entries ahead of release, smoothing checkout odds for prepared buyers.

Larger men’s sizes M–XL showed the cleanest liquidity and margins on UK marketplaces.

Returns were friendly via Adidas, HIP, and Sevenstore; END did not refund postage, which affected fallback strategies.

Timeline: From Tease to Sell-Out

Retailer Launches Open

17/09/2025

END and Sevenstore open their launch/raffle entries ahead of drop day to capture demand.

Entries Close Before Drop

17/09/2025

17 September 2025 (23:59) - END closes at midnight, finalising entry pools for limited allocations.

Release Morning (FCFS + Launches)

18/09/2025

HIP goes FCFS at 8:00 and Adidas CONFIRMED at 9:00; Sevenstore launch ends 08:00; units move quickly online and in select stores.

Resale Settles

19/09/2025

19–20 September 2025 - Secondary market stabilises at £350+, with M–XL sizes showing the best sell-through.

Useful Links / Resources

▶️eBay Sold Listing

▶️Adidas Product Page

▶️END Launches

Final Thoughts

This was a textbook SPZL flip: low stock, loyal audience, and brisk margins. If you secured M–XL, pricing at £350+ remained realistic without a long hold. For pairs that underperform or if you need to unwind, leverage friendly returns at Adidas, HIP, and Sevenstore; just remember END does not refund postage. Heading into colder months, a steady grind-up is more likely than a moonshot, so list assertively and keep comps tight.