First off, the box is "solid" - classic Jordan Brand. Pulling out this "air jordan retro 4" in the 'Black Cat' colorway... wow. The all-black nubuck is clean, and the silhouette? Iconic. It's a $210 shoe that "looks" premium right out of the gate. The craftsmanship on my pair is pretty good, honestly. From a design standpoint, this shoe is a camera magnet. The mesh panels, the plastic wings, the heel tab with the Jumpman... it's all so "recognizable". Wearing this "air jordan retro 4" out, you get those looks. Compared to a sleeker Jordan 1, this one has more of a chunky, athletic presence. It's a head-turner, and that's a major pro for style-focused wearers. To wrap it up: Opening this box was a blast from the past. Wearing them feels like wearing a legend. They aren't perfect by today's "tech" standards, but they have soul. That's what the best Jordan retros do. Would I recommend copping? If you connect with the story or the look, 100%. Just go in with the right expectations on fit and feel. Another solid retro from the Jordan series. Thanks for watching Putting these on… the fit is "true to size", but—honestly—the initial feel is "stiff". The forefoot cage does its job with lockdown, but don't expect modern, plush comfort right away. They need a proper break-in period. For a retro, the weight is reasonable. The "Air Jordan Retro 4" isn't a performance beast, but for casual wear? It's a foundation piece.
