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* FOOTWEAR * STYLE * CULTURE * LIVING * SHOPPING * COLLECTIBLES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Straat Guides * Brand Studio * About Us * Careers * Contact Us * * * * * * * FOOTWEAR * STYLE * CULTURE * LIVING * SHOPPING * COLLECTIBLES AJKO: NIKE’S KNOCK OFF OF THE AIR JORDAN 1 AJKO: NIKE’S KNOCK OFF OF THE AIR JORDAN 1 SIGN UP FOR TRENDING NEWS AND FIRST DIBS Submit AJKO: NIKE’S KNOCK OFF OF THE AIR JORDAN 1 FOOTWEAR Tags: air jordan 1, air jordan 1 knock off, Air Jordan 1 KO, air jordan knock off, aj1, AJKO, ajko history, Nike, Nike Air Jordan, nike sneakers AJKO: NIKE’S KNOCK OFF OF THE AIR JORDAN 1 Kayla Goh July 11, 2023 DID YOU KNOW THAT NIKE MADE A LOOK-ALIKE OF THEIR POPULAR AIR JORDAN 1 SILHOUETTE? LEARN ALL ABOUT WHAT THE NIKE AJKO IS, ITS HISTORY, HOW IT’S DIFFERENT FROM THE AJ1 AND ITS COMEBACK IN RECENT YEARS. WHAT IS THE NIKE AJKO? AJKO stands for “Air Jordan 1 Knock Off”. As the name suggests, the Air Jordan 1 KO was made to be a look-alike while being a more affordable and accessible version of the AJ1. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF THE AJKO? We know that the AJKO was released in July of 1985. However, the history as to why the AJKO exists is still shrouded in mystery, with sources having different explanations as to why Nike created them. Some say that they were made to get ahead of other brands, as Nike anticipated them to make knock-offs of the Air Jordan 1, given the AJ1’s impressive sales after their release in 1985. Nike’s forward thinking meant they could release their knock-offs before other brands could, catering to consumers who were looking for cheaper alternatives to the iconic AJ1. Others claim that the AJKO was released to cover their losses from the AJ1s, which didn’t sell as well as Nike had expected. By reusing the soles from the Nike Vandal, it allowed them to save on costs for the KO, increasing their profit margins so that they could still earn from the AJ1. For comparison, the KOs went for $34.99 while the AJ1s retailed at $64.99 in the 80s. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE AJKO AND THE AIR JORDAN 1? – Material of the upper: The upper of the AJKO is made with mostly canvas while the AJ1’s upper is built with leather. Hence, the surface of the KOs are much coarser. Advertisement Scroll to continue with content – Proportion of panels: The Air Jordan 1 KO has a lower toe guard, wider midfoot straps and no heel caps. – Cutting: The look-alike has a shorter cut than the OGs, it is almost like a mid-cut shoe, and the approximately 1 inch difference can be easily spotted when the two are placed side-by-side. – Logo: The collar of the AJKO says just that on the familiar ball and wings logo, instead of “Air Jordan” on the AJ1. – Soles: Both shoes feature concentric circles and a star-like pattern on the front of the sole, while the Air Jordan 1 KO features a similar back half, the Air Jordan shows a block pattern. THE COMEBACK OF THE NIKE AJKO Though they had retro releases from 2014 to 2016, the AJKO didn’t get as much attention as there wasn’t much hype around the Air Jordan 1. However, when the KOs were released again in 2021, the AJ1 was at the height of its popularity, hence, garnered much more attention. Releases like the Air Jordan 1 KO “Chicago” offered a similar look and colorways similar to highly sought after Air Jordan 1 retros. From 2021, the Air Jordan 1 KO has also had collaborative releases with Billie Eilish and Union, increasing its lifestyle appeal to consumers. Overall, the Air Jordan 1 KO is a great alternative to the AJ1 as they look almost identical from afar while having a much lower price point. Scroll down to shop some of the most iconic AJKOs! Model: Air Jordan 1 KO ‘Chicago’ 2021 Price: S$282.42 (US9) Shop here: GOAT GOAT Model: Air Jordan 1 KO Low ‘Black White’ Price: S$102 (US9) Shop here: Flight Club GOAT Model: Air Jordan 1 KO Low ‘Bred’ Price: S$1026 (US9) Shop here: Flight Club Instagram/@prvt.selection Model: Air Jordan 1 KO Low ‘Shadow’ Price: S$135 (US9) Shop here: Flight Club GOAT Model: Air Jordan 1 KO Low ‘Kentucky’ Price: S$110 (US9) Shop here: Flight Club GOAT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER We’ll pull up to your inbox weekly with the hottest news, style guides, drops and leaks SIGN ME UP By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy TAGS Tags: * air jordan 1 * air jordan 1 knock off * Air Jordan 1 KO * air jordan knock off * aj1 * AJKO * ajko history * Nike * Nike Air Jordan * nike sneakers SIGN UP FOR TRENDING NEWS AND FIRST DIBS Submit whatshotPopular trending_upStraat Guides * FOOTWEAR Nike Dunk vs SB Dunk: How to spot the difference between the two * FOOTWEAR Dime x Vans: The Rowley XLT returns * FOOTWEAR The Born x Raised x Nike SB Dunk Low drops September 2023 * STYLE Thailand streetwear store guide * FOOTWEAR AJKO: Nike’s knock off of the Air Jordan 1 Show More * FOOTWEAR A guide to the Nike Dunk: Asian sizing tips and styling notes * FOOTWEAR Straatopedia: A Sneaker Terminology Guide * FOOTWEAR New Balance 327: A guide to sizing for Asians and styling tips * Straat Guides A guide to Japanese streetwear brands: Bape, Wtaps, Undercover, Fragment Design and more * Accessories New Era cap size guide: making sure the crown fits Show More * About Us * Careers * Contact us * Terms of Use * Privacy Policy * * * * * * Sign up for trending news and first dibs Email Address Submit ©2013-2023 Straatosphere. 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