The Drop
The Jordan 1 Retro High OG Patent Bred brings a luxe twist to the iconic 1985 silhouette, swapping traditional leather for high-gloss patent across the black overlays while keeping that classic varsity red on the collar and Swoosh. This release follows Jordan Brand's recent trend of premium material experiments on OG colorways – think of it as the Bred's night-out cousin. Patent detailing gives the silhouette a Lack-Leder energy that polarizes purists but attracts collectors hunting statement pieces.
Resell Verdict
Currently trading around $250, though recent asks swing wildly from $131 to $865 depending on size and seller delusion. With 256 weekly orders, there's genuine market activity, but this isn't the explosive flip the standard Bred commands. Value holds steady thanks to the OG High lineage and Bred DNA, but the patent execution limits mass appeal – expect stable, modest returns rather than moonshots. Best move is sitting on deadstock pairs; worn pairs drop fast.
Fake Tells
- ▸Patent quality – reps use cheap plastics that crack or yellow prematurely; authentic pairs have consistent gloss without orange-peel texture
- ▸Toebox perforations – fakes often have misaligned or uneven hole patterns under the patent layer
- ▸Wings logo embossing – should be crisp and deep; budget reps show shallow, sloppy stamping
Who It's For
Bred completists and collectors who want the colorway's aggression with added visual pop for special occasions – not your daily beater. Perfect for the sneakerhead who already owns three traditional Breds and needs the wardrobe flex.
Sizing & Fit
True to size like most AJ1 Highs, though the patent upper offers slightly less break-in give than leather versions.
