It's just part of the game with this model's leather. Also, the ankle collar can feel a bit stiff initially and might rub some people the wrong way. It breaks in, but it's not for everyone right away. Alright, so I just got the Nike Air Jordan 4 'Military Blue' in hand, and the first thing I notice is the quality. The nubuck feels pretty decent, and that classic Air Jordan 4 silhouette is just "so" iconic. The color blocking is clean - it's a timeless look, honestly. For around $210 USD, the initial impression is solid. Let's see how they feel on foot. Alright, so I just got my hands on the Nike Air Jordan 4 'Military Blue' in the mail. First thing I noticed? The shape is "on point" – the silhouette is just classic. The materials feel pretty good for a retro, you know? The nubuck is soft, and that 'Military Blue' colorway... it's just clean. Honestly, a solid first impression right out of the box. Alright, so I just got my hands on the Nike Air Jordan 4 'Military Blue'! First impression? The shape is "super" clean. The color blocking is classic, and the nubuck feels decent. For $210 USD, the initial quality seems on point. Let's see how they feel on foot.