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Does Marshalls sell fake shoes?

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No, they sell real shoes and clothing. They buy out products from companies that the companies want to get rid of (because they're out of season or being discontinued, or there was an excess of the item) for a low price and then sell those items to consumers for a low price.

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How do I check Jordans' authenticity on Google?

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That's near impossible. Search YouTube, most have reviews showing real and fake pairs side by side.

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If some concord 11s have skinnier laces than the other ones, are they fake?

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Not necessarily, because laces are interchangeable. The best way to check if your 11s are fake or not is look and feel the carbon fiber -- it shouldn't be smooth -- you should feel some texture and good bumps to it.

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What is the best way to determine the authenticity of Nike shoes?

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This is the article you want: how to spot fake nikes .

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If I buy my Jordan's at Nike, does that mean they're real?

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Yes. If they are from a Nike store, then they're real, because Nike owns the Jordan brand.

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What if I pull the insoles back, and it's white?

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They are legitimate then. Fake Jordans are turquoise when you pill the insole back. There are a few more colors also. If it isn't white then it isn't right, just remember that.

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Do Air Jordan's always have a Nike swoosh?

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No, they do not always have the swoosh. For example, the only retro Air Jordan that has a swoosh is the Air Jordan Retro 1.

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If you find a dot under the sole, are they real?

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The 11's and a few other pairs usually have a "hole" right under the insole if you take the foot liner out. It's common on real pairs.

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I found some Jordan Retro 13's for $84. Could they be real?

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The retro 13's are usually quite expensive and if they are real, the cheapest would be at least $180. However, if the retailer is a legitimate one and is having a genuine sale or a liquidation sale, then the price alone isn't enough to judge by. If it's online, ask plenty of questions before reaching your decision on whether or not to purchase them.

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I found some Jordan Flights with the letters spelling JORDAN on the sole. Could they be fake?

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Some Jordans have that, such as the Son of Mars Jordans and the Retro 5s, so they're not necessarily fake.

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I purchased some Air Jordan Executive Low Premiums for $65 at FinishLine. Are these real or is FinishLine selling counterfeits?

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They should be real if they are from Finish Line.

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I just ordered a pair of Retro Jordan 3 cement black from Flight Club and they told me that they're being shipped from Japan but they got here in 4 days. I don't know if they're real, what can I do?

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Flight Club is real and legit. You should feel confident with orders from them.

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Where I can find the ID number?

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The ID number shouldn't be too difficult to find. For real Jordans, you should go on Flight Club and it should be somewhere there. On the "suspected" J's, find them on that page too.

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I found Concord 11s that are less than half the retail price, and they look exactly like the real ones. Even if they are fake, will they be good quality, meaning will they last?

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Maybe. Fakes usually have lower quality materials and there is no quality check, so it's a chance you would have to take. It might work out, or it might not.

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Are Jordans made in Vietnam real?

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They can be. But a lot of fakes are too, so I'd follow this article's instructions to make sure.

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What stores sell real Jordans?

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Footlocker, Nike, Footaction, etc. Retail/chain stores don't want to risk their reputations selling knock-offs.

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Where do I find Retro Jordan's that are 100% legit for $180 or less? Most preferred are Jordan's 3-12.

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Jordan 3's are ranged from $100 depending on the color, size, and where you purchase them. 4's are usually in the mid $100s depending on most likely the color. 5's are ranged from $130-190 depending on the style and others. 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10's all depends on color and size. 11's will always be at least $135 depending the size and where you get the shoes from. 12's will be from $130 also depending where you get the shoes. Preschool and infant sizes are different.

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If Jordans say, "made in China," are they fake?

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No, they are not. Air Jordan sneakers can be made in China or other Asian countries.

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How can I tell if my Jordans are fake by the logo?

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Follow the instructions listed in the article above.

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If my Jordans were made in Vietnam, are they fake?

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No, they are not, unless the stitching and jump man logo are imprecise. Ultimately just look up the barcode number inside of the shoe, it should be a 9-digit number with a dash in between the last 3 and first 6.

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Should the jumping men be jumping in opposite directions?

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On some Air Jordans, yes. Jordans like the Air Jordan 11 and other models like the Jordan Jumpman Pro have the logo backwards.

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If the word "nikebetterworld.com" is not present on the tongue of a Jordan Superfly 4 red shoe, is it fake?

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Yes. That wording was used on those specific shoes, and a lack would be an indicator of fake Jordans.

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I found a pair of Jordan Retros for $140 are they real?

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If you wear a kids' size, that is the standard price. If it's an adult size, that might be fishy unless the shoe is 6 months-2 years old.

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What the meaning behind the tag stating UPC or PAT?

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If your Jordans or Nikes have a UPC code, they're real. If they have PAT on the tag, that's one of the easiest ways to spot fakes.

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If my threading comes out a bit, are my shoes fake?

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No, that is probably just a result of normal wear and tear.

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My Jordan Jumpman Pros look fine with the grey, white and black color-wise, but the stitching on the side looks poorly stitched. Are they real or not? They were also bought from Footaction.

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The shoes are real. You just need to take better care of them because they will fall apart.

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If you buy a shoe from Footlocker or Nike, does that mean they're authentic?

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If they're from a Nike store then yes, because Nike owns the Jordan brand. I don't know about Footlocker, though.

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If my Jordan's have a number 9 on them, are they fake?

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If they are Jordan 9's or Jordan 7 Timker Alternates, they are real. Otherwise, they're probably fake.

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What percentage of the Jordans on the market are fake?

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About 40%. That means 4 out of every 10 pairs are fake!

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If my Jordans are making a squeaking sound, does that mean they are fake?

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No, because some brand new Jordans do that, it depends on the style and materials used in making them.

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