Nike Air Jordan 5 Retro Wear Test Sample | Size 12

Offered in this lot is a 2011 Wear Test sample of the Air Jordan IV. Reminiscent of the 2011 Air Jordan 5 “Metallic,” the pair featured a black nubuck upper, clear netting, and a translucent outsole. Notable details include an all-black midsole and accents, along with a black tongue that replaced the metallic silver found on the retail version.

By the time the Air Jordan 5 premiered in 1990, the Jordan line of sneakers had become a household name, and its release was highly anticipated. Designed by legendary Nike designer Tinker Hatfield, the fifth signature model introduced the now-iconic shark-tooth midsole pattern, inspired by the aesthetics of World War II fighter jets. This 2011 wear test sample reflects both the legacy of the Jordan line and the continual process of refinement that has defined its history.