They look sharp on camera and even better in person. The Jordan Mid 1 fills a specific niche wonderfully. It's not trying to be the High, and that's okay! It's its own thing—a comfortable, stylish, and frankly iconic shoe that deserves its spot in any casual sneaker rotation. Thumbs up. Alright, let's unbox these. First impression? The ""Varsity Red"" Air Jordan Mid 1 looks clean in-hand. The leather feels decent for the $135 USD price, not super premium but not plasticky. The shape is classic—that Jordan Mid 1 silhouette is just iconic. You're getting a piece of the series' history without the High OG price tag, which I always appreciate for a daily wear. So, wrapping up – my genuine take. The "air jordan mid 1" 'Black Toe' is a 7.5/10. It loses points on modern comfort tech, but gains them all back on style and wearability. It's a timeless design at a fair price. Would I recommend it? Absolutely – to the right person. Know what you're getting: a legend, in a slightly more wearable, affordable package. Alright, what's up everyone? Just unboxed this pair of "air jordan mid 1"s in the "Banned" colorway, and wow—the leather quality honestly surprised me? It's not top-tier but for a $135 USD shoe, it's pretty solid. The iconic silhouette is instantly recognizable, of course. My first thought? They look great out of the box, ready to rock straight away.