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DNA Artifacts - Air Force 1 High (1983)

DNA Artifacts

Air Force 1 High (1983)

As the debut colorway of the Air Force 1, the White/Silver High version will forever be remembered as the OG. It was the first-ever basketball shoe with Nike Air, supported by full-grain leather, a belt at the ankle, and a perforated toe piece. The shoe was worn and co-signed by the Original Six, Nike’s top NBA players of the era.

Color: White / Silver
Original Release: 1983
Collection: Air Force 1
Sports: Basketball

DNA Artifacts - Air Force 1 High (1983)
DNA Artifacts - Air Force 1 High (1983)
DNA Artifacts - Air Force 1 High (1983)

Air Force 1 Heritage

Introduced in 1982, the Air Force 1 redefined basketball footwear from the hardwood to the blacktop. It was the first basketball sneaker to house Nike Air, but its innovative nature has since taken a backseat to its status as a street icon