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Nike Air Jordan - A Shoe Story

Jul 6th, 2003
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I decided to make an article on the Jordan 1st and 5th edition, which are to us the Icon of Nike basketball shoes to MJ23 aka Michael Jordan.

Speaking of the Nike air Jordan, 1st Edition...I think that for all the real fan and Basketball « Aficionados », nothing has to be said besides the fact that those shoes as of today, are still sold for lots of dollars and are still good looking on the ball courts!
Nike Air Jordan - A Shoe Story

Here is a little retrospective of the AJ 1st edition:

1) The 1st edition Air Jordan was mainly produced is 1985. Like most Nike shoes, the year of manufacturing can be determined by looking at the first two numbers of the six-digit serial number. On the 1st edition, this is located on the inside of the ankle, right next to the size.
Occasionally, you will find first editions made in 1984 and in 1986. The 1st edition Air Jordan was retailed in 17 major colours. This shoe is also made in a low top version. The women's and youth version were called the Sky Jordan. The canvas version is called the AJKO (pic). There were a handful of custom-made shoes with custom colours that were not retailed. Occasionally, you will find first editions made in 1984

2) The 1st Edition of the Air Jordan were re-issued by Nike in 1994. They were remade along with the 2nd and 3rd Edition. The remakes will have a tag with the serial number. The serial number will begin with 94. The remakes were made when Michael Jordan made his return to basketball from baseball.

3) The most famous colours and limited edition colours issued by Nike for the 1st AJ Edition are :

A - Out of all the colours of the First Edition, the Red/White/Black is the most common. The logo should say Air Jordan. Check that it does not say AJKO or Sky Jordan (pic) - Attention : The Black Toe is a rare and popular colour of the 1st Edition. It is different from the Red / White / Black (above) in the toe area.(pic)

B - Black and grey is a less common colour but still very nice (pic)

C - The Black and Gold 1st Editions were custom made shoes made for just a handle full of people. They are very rare and very valuable. They came without a box and the serial number on the inside should indicate that it is a custom built shoe.(pic)

D - The Purple Metallic colour is a rare colour of the 1st Edition Air Jordan (pic)

E- The Jordan low The replicas of the 1st edition were re-issued in 1994. The box is different from an original, check pics :

The 5th edition Air Jordan was made in 1989-90. This shoe has the "Fire" around the base of the sole. The white/red shoe may or may not have a number "23" on the side of the shoe. This shoe also features a clear outsole. This shoe came in 4 styles:
 White / Red 
 White / Red with the 23
 Black
 White / Teal / Purple

Just as info for the real fan and collectors: A very rare version of this shoe is a black shoe with a white 23 embroidered on the side. This model was only made in a size 13.

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Natalia March 06, 2007
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I really don't think that owning OG kicks is so serious. Jordan already make enough money with the Retro Kicks, what is the point on going back in time. I know they are hot, but i Just believe it is pointless.
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robert harris March 06, 2007
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Hi my name is robert harris and i have the official jordan 3s orange and grey so holla at me if yall want any jordans because i can get them if i dont already have the just e-mail me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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rebby March 13, 2007
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Hi Guys...I wonder where I can buy a pair of Nike Air Jordan Shoes. The one Cassie was wearing in her Video Music. I search around here in Australia but I can't find that style of shoes. And I wonder how much that shoes cost and am willing to buy even if come from in America. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
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bk April 04, 2007
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was there ever a version of the air jordan where instead of the distinctive slam dunking MJ logo on the tongue it had a playboy bunny logo...?
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Savannnahh <3 April 28, 2007
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whAt ShOES diD CAsSiE wEAR iN hER ME & yOU viDEO ? Becaus eim gettin new shoes and i want them !
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Todo! (like the dog in "THE WIZARD OF OZ") June 05, 2007
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I have a question that's already been asked...WHERE CAN I FIND THE PAIR OF NIKES THAR CASSIE WORE IN HER "ME & U" VIDEO!? (Not the "EXACT" ones she wore...just like the style and type...PLEASE!
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dee June 19, 2007
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shits is ugly as he%$
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dee June 19, 2007
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i got the shoes she wore in the me&u video just go to footlocker
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Michael aka 187killa June 26, 2007
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Jordanz 4 life! U FEEL ME! ima collect dem all. I got 13 purz already. I got 4 purz of 1's, they iz ma favorite. U get bored holla at me AOL AIM is LHCSSOLDIER.nikka PARAMOUNT CITY FOR LIFE. lATEZ. 1
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yrc July 08, 2007
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I just wanna know, where are the Authentic Jordan's manufactured? what country?
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a guest July 21, 2007
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doode! http://cgi.ebay.com/Nike-Air-Jordan-1-AJKO-11-5-OG-85-DS-Dunk-Supreme-Xl-12_W0QQitemZ150143463373QQihZ005QQcategoryZ63850QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemthey are on sale!!
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qew July 22, 2007
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We supply low price brand sneakers,wel to website www cntradeshop com
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purplehaze July 29, 2007
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what is different about the replica air jordan 4, 5, and spizikes then the real ones....please e-mail me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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a guest July 31, 2007
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hey fool what u doing raymond.Does anyone know where i can find ones that are all gay?!Please && Thank YOU!!
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Achmad August 04, 2007
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i have nike air jordan 1 ,exactly like picture on top of page, and i want to sell it. if there any body want it pleese email me....
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Achmad August 04, 2007
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sorry at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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a guest August 06, 2007
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What is the name of the nike air jordans(gold and black ones) and where can i buy a brand new pair?
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a guest August 10, 2007
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Was there not a JUMBO CARD of Jordan in the AIR JORDANS'.??
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kingjames September 11, 2007
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I hav collected jordans for a few years and hav a couple of pairs to sell, my msn is This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if u want any i hav 1s 4s 8s 11s 15s 21s 22s and a few more can send pics of available models and all authentic! melbourne australia
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Randy October 05, 2007
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I am looking for a pair of White/Metallic Green Air Jordan 1's size between 9-10 in mens if you have some or know of any please contact me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .Thank You!!!!!
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KIWI November 14, 2007
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Bigtimekicks.com!_______Use this code during checkout to get $10 further discount for each item:1057249126319632
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Jim G January 17, 2008
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I have a pair of used Nike Air Jordans 1, Original owner (Red/White) Whats the used shoe value.
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desi March 11, 2008
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for sale a pair 1985 black/red/white jordans size 6 they are used
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Garrett May 14, 2008
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Original Air Jordan I's for sale. Black/Red; they were the 810th pair to be made in 1985. Email me if you're interested.
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Brii<3 February 13, 2009
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I lovee your shoess.there the shizzz.like you,:)iloveyou&them.
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lee moss May 02, 2009
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I have a pair of 1984 jordans in great condition red/black/white and i was wondering how much i could sell them for.
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leo August 24, 2009
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yes,the shox shoes is running shoes ,durable and fashion.The Beloveshox (http://www.beloveshox.com)onine store sale cheap but real quality .And promise the more you buy ,the more discount you have.welcome you to choose.
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