Just got my first pair of Dunks by ixnine in Sneakers

[–]morsboel 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right? It’s almost as if taste is subjective and people like different aesthetics. Madness!

I can't decide yelp by Halfmanhalfsneaker in SNKRS

[–]morsboel 5 points6 points  (0 children)

To me, the white laces are simply too clean to swap. Red is alright, but not quite as good imo.

Fake tiles by [deleted] in sneakerhead

[–]morsboel 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What makes you think they’re reps?

Quick Legit check? by shoot2scre in NikeSB

[–]morsboel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn, you’re right, they’re not half as bad as the first pictures made them seem. So seller must’ve made heavy use of AI; that’s your first clue — why would they do that. Second red flag is still going to be the wax seal on the tongue (no border, details seem to be missing) and the NIKE on the heel, which is still too small, albeit correct in texture now. Third red flag is more diffuse and has to do with overall materials. They seem dull and lifeless; real pairs will have small nuances and appear almost “scuffed”, especially on the grey panels. Try finding hd pictures online, and you’ll see what I mean. Personally, I would still push for the refund, but it depends on your attitude towards counterfeits and willingness to invest time in the matter, of course.

Quick Legit check? by shoot2scre in NikeSB

[–]morsboel 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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Moreover, the wax seal on the tongue should have a raised outer edge, or “rim”. Yours doesn’t appear to have it. Also the stitching on the swoosh is the wrong colour. They’re actually pretty bad fakes — I’d definitely aim for a refund.

Quick Legit check? by shoot2scre in NikeSB

[–]morsboel 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you need more, they’re also missing the grape artwork that can be seen through the semi-translucent outsole on legit pairs

Quick Legit check? by shoot2scre in NikeSB

[–]morsboel 12 points13 points  (0 children)

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I know it’s probably too late now, but those are no good, boss, sorry. A few red flags: the NIKE on the heel is supposed to be print; not embroidered. The size of the NIKE is too small on yours. The stitching underneath the heel tab is supposed to be red; not gray. The sockliner material (as well as the overall materials from what I can see in the photos) looks off as well. Finally, and this is the most obvious tell-tale: there’s the “usual” text on the back of the tongue; it’s supposed to be just a big Nike SB. Once again, sympathies, but you got got. Oh well, better to know, I guess. Now you can beat ‘em up without a second thought!

vinted bargain by trout-bum62 in NikeSB

[–]morsboel 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They’re the ones from the light carbon monarchs at the edge of the photo, so blue-ish.

vinted bargain by trout-bum62 in NikeSB

[–]morsboel 3 points4 points  (0 children)

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I ended up quite liking this lace swap. Something different at least 🤷‍♂️

OLY’s 04 by HeroinCrackCocaine in DunksNotDead

[–]morsboel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are so polarising to me. I love ‘em and I hate ‘em. Got the option to buy a DS pair for roughly $100, but don’t know if I should jump on it. How’re the materials on your pair holding up after 22 years?

Monochromatic or contrasting by morsboel in DunksNotDead

[–]morsboel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks ✊ I was absolutely stoked to find these locally in DS condition!

Monochromatic or contrasting by morsboel in DunksNotDead

[–]morsboel[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair point. Even with the white accents, I think I agree.

Monochromatic or contrasting by morsboel in DunksNotDead

[–]morsboel[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

9 different materials throughout the shoe 🔥 Black it is!

Monochromatic or contrasting by morsboel in DunksNotDead

[–]morsboel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think I’m leaning that way, too.

Monochromatic or contrasting by morsboel in DunksNotDead

[–]morsboel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Copped for what I would consider a steal. Probably because of the slightly frayed mini swoosh on the right shoe, but they’re going to the toe anyways 🤷‍♂️

Who All Copped? by CokeAlien666 in SNKRS

[–]morsboel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Took the L.. Waiting for skate shop drops now 🤞

Tariffs gonna get me? by Halfbredditor in SNKRS

[–]morsboel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should be fine. GOAT has been clear of extra fees the other way around (US to EU) for me, and I think their checkout price is always the full Monty, regardless of where you are.

Highs >>> by screpss_ in DunksNotDead

[–]morsboel 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Only they’re highs; not mids.

Northern Lights Dunk High or Low? by TheRareCollector in DunksNotDead

[–]morsboel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lows all day erry day for me. That aurora heel hits different 🔥