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What side is the Nike tick on?

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It depends on the shoe. Various Nike shoes can have the tick on either the left or right side, both sides, or have stylized versions of the tick in other positions as well.

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Where are Nike shoes manufactured? If the tag says "made in China" are the shoes fake?

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No. The vast majority of real Nike shoes are made in factories in China, Vietnam, and other Asian countries. The tag is only one indicator; check for the others as explained in the article.

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My Nikes say they are manufactured in India. Does that mean they are fake?

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No, India actually has a lot of places that manufacture all types of Nike products.

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Can the tongue of a Nike shoe indicate if it is real or fake?

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Yes, examine the symbol on the tongue for the symbol. If it is not lined up with the middle, it is likely a fake.

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If the shoes are made in Vietnam, does this mean that they are fake?

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No, they are not necessarily fake, since Nike makes some shoes in Vietnam. Check other identifying features before assuming the worst.

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Are all Nike shoes sold in orange boxes?

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Most of them are, but there are various special products that ship in boxes with other colors and designs, including green, black, and pink.

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My Nikes came in plain white box. Are they fake?

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Yes. A pair of Nikes should come in an orange box, with a white tick logo (the Nike logo). The packaging is probably the biggest giveaway to be honest.

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Do real Nikes have a triangle at the end of the check?

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No, Nike shoes should not have a triangle at the end. If you spot that, they are most likely fake.

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On the tongue there's the jumpman with "AIR" written underneath. Are they fake?

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They're not fake, they're genuine Nike Jordans.

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If the label that is supposed to be on the tongue is not on the tongue but more towards the side, is the shoe fake?

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No, many shoes that are special (exp. Lebrons kyries and others) have it on the side.

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If you can visibly see glue where the trainer has been put together, is it likely to be a fake?

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Not necessarily. Sometimes authentic Nikes have some minor flaws. If the material quality is poor and branded as new they're probably fake

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Do Nike shoes have their name on the shoes, or only the logo?

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Mostly the logo, but sometimes both.

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Can I check the bar code to determine if the shoes are authentic?

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You may check it through serial numbers. Type it in Google to match it to your shoes.

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Could I tell a fake by the swoosh?

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Yes, some swooshes are different color than the original shoe or some are even off balance.

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Does the Nike Mercurial's color come a little bit off after washing it?

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Yes, this does seem to occur, from a light orange to a light peach, for example. If possible, keep washing to a minimum or expect the lightening to occur after washes.

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How can I tell if a Nike shoe is made of leather or a synthetic?

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Feel it, smell it, or ask someone who knows their leather. Compare it to real Nikes.

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How can I check the SKU number?

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The SKU number is on the inside of the shoe, on the bottom of the tongue.

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What happens if I customize my shoes on Nike.com? Are they fake then?

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No, it's still original but it's up to you if you want it to look fake by customizing the colors. Original Nike shoes typically have either a black or a white swoosh, and the rest is up to you.

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Is my shoe a fake if it breaks right away?

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No. It depends on how you treat the shoe but also consider that like most things in life, occasionally something goes wrong and quality control slips up. Take it back to the retailer for an exchange or refund.

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Do all Nike shoes come with a sticker on the box?

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Many stores don't put the Nike sticker on the box, and some fake Nikes do. It's not a reliable indicator one way or the other.

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Is that piece of cotton on the end of the tick supposed to be on the real Nikes?

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No, but it depends what type of shoe you are talking about. If its on a football boot, then it shouldn't be there.

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Is a shoe fake Nike if it has a red box and no printing on the inside of the shoe?

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Check behind the tongue. Real Nikes have the website printed below the swoosh on the tongue.

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If the paint is peeling on my Nike Air Max Tns, does this mean they are fake?

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Most likely, but it depends on how old they are. If they're extremely worn, of course the paint is going to wear. If new though, or hardly worn, be suspicious.

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