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QuestionWhat side is the Nike tick on?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerIt 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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QuestionWhere are Nike shoes manufactured? If the tag says "made in China" are the shoes fake?Community AnswerNo. 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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QuestionMy Nikes say they are manufactured in India. Does that mean they are fake?Community AnswerNo, India actually has a lot of places that manufacture all types of Nike products.
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QuestionCan the tongue of a Nike shoe indicate if it is real or fake?Community AnswerYes, 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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QuestionIf the shoes are made in Vietnam, does this mean that they are fake?Community AnswerNo, they are not necessarily fake, since Nike makes some shoes in Vietnam. Check other identifying features before assuming the worst.
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QuestionAre all Nike shoes sold in orange boxes?Community AnswerMost 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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QuestionMy Nikes came in plain white box. Are they fake?Community AnswerYes. 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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QuestionDo real Nikes have a triangle at the end of the check?Community AnswerNo, Nike shoes should not have a triangle at the end. If you spot that, they are most likely fake.
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QuestionOn the tongue there's the jumpman with "AIR" written underneath. Are they fake?Community AnswerThey're not fake, they're genuine Nike Jordans.
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QuestionIf the label that is supposed to be on the tongue is not on the tongue but more towards the side, is the shoe fake?Community AnswerNo, many shoes that are special (exp. Lebrons kyries and others) have it on the side.
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QuestionIf you can visibly see glue where the trainer has been put together, is it likely to be a fake?Community AnswerNot 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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QuestionDo Nike shoes have their name on the shoes, or only the logo?Community AnswerMostly the logo, but sometimes both.
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QuestionCan I check the bar code to determine if the shoes are authentic?Community AnswerYou may check it through serial numbers. Type it in Google to match it to your shoes.
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QuestionCould I tell a fake by the swoosh?Community AnswerYes, some swooshes are different color than the original shoe or some are even off balance.
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QuestionDoes the Nike Mercurial's color come a little bit off after washing it?Community AnswerYes, 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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QuestionHow can I tell if a Nike shoe is made of leather or a synthetic?Community AnswerFeel it, smell it, or ask someone who knows their leather. Compare it to real Nikes.
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QuestionHow can I check the SKU number?Community AnswerThe SKU number is on the inside of the shoe, on the bottom of the tongue.
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QuestionWhat happens if I customize my shoes on Nike.com? Are they fake then?Community AnswerNo, 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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QuestionIs my shoe a fake if it breaks right away?Community AnswerNo. 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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QuestionDo all Nike shoes come with a sticker on the box?Community AnswerMany 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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QuestionIs that piece of cotton on the end of the tick supposed to be on the real Nikes?Community AnswerNo, 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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QuestionIs a shoe fake Nike if it has a red box and no printing on the inside of the shoe?Community AnswerCheck behind the tongue. Real Nikes have the website printed below the swoosh on the tongue.
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QuestionIf the paint is peeling on my Nike Air Max Tns, does this mean they are fake?Community AnswerMost 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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