Retail vs. Retail Sneaker Review

Jul 4, 2024

Retail vs. Retail Sneaker Review

Introduction

  • Host: Jake
  • Purpose: Retail vs. Retail review of a sneaker release from Saturday
  • Bought one pair from Foot Locker (retail) and another from Chicago Emporium (resale)

Initial Observations

  • Slight color differences between the two pairs
  • Both pairs are of the same size
  • Packaging: Paper wrapping looks the same

Detailed Comparison

Toes

  • Sleekness of toes: Retail pair more sleek than resale pair
  • Notable difference in toe construction

Labels

  • Both have female size 13 and A2
  • Overseas pairs do not have women sizing
  • Variations in fake pairs depending on the factory

Material Differences

  • Notable differences in netting and tongue material
  • Retail and resale pairs have different textures and feels

Factory Details

  • Both pairs from the same factory (ln3)
  • Fakes have SZ on them

Rear Details

  • Three columns pattern in sizes 11 and above; smaller sizes have two columns
  • Rear heel tabs and tongue colors slightly vary

Insoles and Footbeds

  • Jordan 11's insoles, size 12
  • Examination of strob bell stitching

Production Dates

  • Chicago Emporium: 61423 to 82223
  • Foot Locker: 71923 to 10323
  • Earlier production date for resale pair

Additional Checks

Hang Tags

  • Similar in appearance, verified under black light

Weight Check

  • Foot Locker pair: 1 lb 7.8 oz (right shoe), 1 lb 7.7 oz (left shoe)
  • Chicago Emporium pair: Similar weights, slight variance

Black Light Test

  • Comparison shows discrepancies in glows of tags and air units

Conclusion

  • Differences due to production dates and material inconsistencies
  • Both pairs confirmed as legitimate
  • Anticipates feedback and comments from viewers

Closing Remarks

  • Encourages likes, comments, shares, and subscriptions
  • Host is confident in the review