The leather feels pretty standard for a retro, but the construction on this "air jordan 1 high" is solid. Stitching is clean. Honestly, it’s everything you expect from a core "Jordan" series release, priced around $180. It’s a legend in shoe form. Alright, first impression out of the box—this "air jordan 1 high" feels... iconic, you know? The Chicago colorway is just stunning in hand. Checking the leather, it's decent—not the absolute best, but for the $180 price? It's solid. You can "literally" feel the history with this shoe, which is wild. Alright, so I just unboxed these Air Jordan 1 High 'Bred Patent' and my first thought is: wow, that leather shine is "crazy" in hand. The classic silhouette is "perfect", but that glossy finish? It's a statement. On foot, the fit is true to size with that familiar, "structured" feel—it's not a plush shoe. Honestly, if you want ultimate comfort, look elsewhere. But for sheer iconic style and versatility? This $180 Jordan is a top-tier option for any collector's rotation. Alright, so first up is the Air Jordan 1 High 'University Blue'. Honestly, unboxing this one? The color-blocking is just... "chef's kiss" ✨. That smooth white leather against the "University Blue" is so clean. On feet, it's the classic AJ1 High experience—super snug at first, a bit stiff, but you "know" it's gonna mold to your foot. For $160, you're paying for that iconic silhouette & style, not cloud-like comfort. It's perfect for collectors or street-style fans, but if you need a super soft, modern shoe? Maybe look at the AJ3s instead.