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The toe box creases — and it creases "hard". If you're someone who hates that "worn" look, this will bother you. Also, the traction on wet surfaces? Not the best. It’s an 80s basketball shoe, remember? Manage your expectations. It's for dry-day styling, not performance ball. Alright, let's get into it. Just unboxed these Air Jordan 1 High 'University Blue'... and "wow". That leather quality is "solid"—a definite step up from some recent GR releases. The classic silhouette is "immaculate", and this color blocking? It's just... iconic. For $180, the presentation feels premium right out the box. Comparing it to other Jordans? As a staple of the "Jordan series", the AJ1 High is the foundation. Next to a bulkier AJ4 or a more streamlined AJ11, the 1 is all about that raw, timeless basketball aesthetic. It doesn't have the bells and whistles – no visible Air units like later models. It's pure, unadulterated heritage. For $200 USD, you're buying into that history and style, not cutting-edge performance tech. Just unboxed the Air Jordan 1 High 'Satin Snake'! Okay, the materials are the story here—that satin finish combined with the snakeskin-textured Swoosh is UNREAL. This is a special occasion shoe. On feet, it fits like any other AJ1 High, but you gotta be careful with the delicate satin. It's a $200 showpiece. Compared to a standard leather 1, it's less durable but way more unique. I’d recommend this for collectors who want to stand out, but it's "not" an everyday sneaker. The upkeep is real.
- Shown: Cherry
- Style: 555088-134
