Check the Jordan 5 AM Grey
The Air Jordan 5's design was inspired by American World War II fighter planes, and is visible through the shark-tooth shaped design on the sneaker's midsole. Other creative elements of the Air Jordan 5 include a translucent icy outsole, adjustable lace lock, visible Nike Air unit, molded-ankle collar and reflective tongue. The first variations of the sneaker came in leather and nubuck. "Nike Air" branding was featured on the back of the shoe's original run, while later retros displayed a Jumpman logo.
History and Timeline of the Air Jordan 5
The Air Jordan 5 is Michael Jordan's fifth signature sneaker under the Nike brand. This model was first released in 1990 and designed by Tinker Hatfield, who also created shoes in the company's archive such as the Nike Air Max, Air Trainer and Mag. Hatfield is also credited with designing every signature sneaker Michael Jordan played in during his professional career in the NBA since the Air Jordan 3.
The Air Jordan 5 was originally released in four colorways:
- Black-black/metallic silver
- White-grape/emerald
- White-fire red/black
- Black/fire red with Jordan's number 23 stitched on the heel (a player exclusive for the NBA star that never got released in the '90s)
Jordan 5 AM Gray
Air Jordan 5 AM Grey low-tops have wolf grey toes with air holes for breathability and a small Jumpman logo at the base of the tongue. The top of the tongue has the word Jordan stitched in black. Flex groove side panels in dark grey extend from the mid-laces. The heel panel is also dark grey with a Jumpman logo in black on the rear side. The design focuses on Air Jordan grey gradients from black to white. Another Jumpman logo is on the heel of the sole in black on a white background similar to the Air Jordan nubuck style. A visible Max Air unit supports the heel of the shoe.