Ventilation? Those little mesh windows? Mostly for show — your feet will get warm. Also, the midsole paint on some older pairs is notorious for chipping (a.k.a. "creasing"). And at around $200+ USD, you're not getting cutting-edge tech. You're buying into a legend, not performance innovation. That's a dealbreaker for some. Final verdict? For me, this Air Jordan Retro 4 'Military Blue' is a must-have. The colorway is iconic, the construction is solid, and it fills a specific niche in any rotation. It's a piece of sneaker history you can actually wear. Just go in knowing its quirks. If you vibe with the look, you'll likely love having it on foot. Okay, let's get into it. Just unboxed the "Air Jordan Retro 4" in this 'Military Blue' colorway, which runs you about $210 USD. My first impression? It's "clean". The nubuck feels decent for a Retro. That classic silhouette is so iconic. Pulling it out of the box, you immediately know it's a piece of "Jordan" history, no question. Super excited to put these on feet. Alright, so I finally got the Air Jordan Retro 4 in hand! "First impressions?" The shape is classic, man. This 'Military Blue' colorway just pops right out of the box. The nubuck feels decent for a retro – not super premium, but you know, it's solid for the $210 price tag. That iconic silhouette never gets old.

  • Shown: Purple Metallic
  • Style: DX2836-001

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