The AJ1 is lower to the ground and more sleek. The Air Jordan Retro 4 feels more substantial, more protective—almost like armor for your feet. The toe box shape is unique to the 4s. As a daily wear sneaker, I prefer the comfort of the 4 for longer periods. It's a different kind of classic, and this Military Blue colorway executes it perfectly. On foot, the silhouette is the star. The way the midsole wraps up? So good. But I have to be real: ventilation is not this shoe's strength. Your feet will get warm in the summer. The Air Jordan Retro 4 is a fall/winter sneaker for me. It’s perfect with jeans or joggers. If you live in a hot climate & want a breezy shoe, this isn't it. For style points in cooler weather? 10/10. Now, the "not-so-great" parts. 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. So, would I recommend copping? Yeah, I would—but with context. The air jordan retro 4 is a pillar of sneaker culture. It's not the comfiest shoe in my rotation, but it's one of the coolest-looking. For collectors and fans of the Jordan series, it's essential. For the average person just wanting a comfy shoe? Maybe try them on first. My personal take? It's a win.
