Air Jordan 19 (XIX) Original (OG)-Black / Chrome-Varsity Red

Colorway: Black / Chrome – Varsity Red
Style Code: 307546-061

The Air Jordan 19 (XIX) Original (OG) – Black / Chrome – Varsity Red were released on May 8, 2004, and retailed for $165. The feature an all black upper with red accents, and are constructed from materials including leather and patent leather. They were inspired by and modeled after the most dangerous snake on earth, the Black Mamba, and truly exemplify the level of greatness that only Michael himself could attain. They feature a phylon midsole with a double stack Air Sole Unit in the heel, combined with a full length zoom air bag, as well as a 3/4 length carbon fibre shank for added support. The outsole features a solid, modified version of the herringbone pattern, which provides great traction on the hardwood, as well as new flex groove details for added flexability. Other technical specifications include a patent leather toe box, tech-flex upper with velcro heel strap, plastic lace-locks, Jumpman on heel and midfoot.

The Air Jordan 19 was released in 2004 and inspired by the most dangerous snake on earth,the Black Mamba. This is the first Jordan release after his third, and final, retirement in the 2002-2003 NBA season. After Michael Jordan retired, other basketball players such as Jason Kidd, Gary Payton, Carmelo Anthony and of course Ray Allen,were to promote the New Air Jordan.Two original colorways which white/flint grey and black/red were released.Three regional colorways and three special edition colorways were released. They from the east, west, central and western version of the regular and West Africa, East Africa, and the Olympic SE (Special Edition).
There was a perfect combination of sport and style featured in Air Jordans 19.Jordan Senior Footwear Designer Tate Kuerbis was also the driving force of the model and so many persons such as Jason Mayden, Wilson Smith, Josh Heard and Suzette Henri gave him a high degree support.Therefor,it was said that the Air Jordan 19 to be the largest joint effort within Air Jordan design.