Air Jordan 38 (XXXVIII) PF 'Fundamental'
Jordan Brand (Nike) · Clothing & Accessories > Men's Shoes > Athletic Shoes
Era / Decade
2023 (Released August 2023)
Material
Leno-weave upper for breathability, Zoom Air Strobel unit, Cushion 3.0 foam, X-Plate technology, and a translucent rubber outsole.
Condition
Excellent to New Without Box. The soles are pristine white with no 'yellowing' or oxidation, and the uppers show no creasing or dirt, implying they are brand new/deadstock.
Demand Level
Moderate. While it is the flagship Jordan model, newer performance models (AJ39) have released. It has high demand among actual basketball players rather than lifestyle collectors.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$110.00 - $150.00
Estimated Retail Value
$200.00
Comparable Sales
Recent sales on eBay for New Without Box pairs range from $115 to $135. Pairs in the original box (Deadstock) consistently hit the $150-$165 mark depending on size.
Description
The Air Jordan 38 'Fundamental' features a classic Chicago-inspired colorway of White, Black, and Siren Red. Designed for peak on-court performance, it utilizes a mid-cut silhouette with an innovative 'X-Plate' that references the Jordan 8. The intricate embroidery on the upper is not just for style but serves as reinforcement for lateral movements. This pair appears unworn with crisp translucent outsoles.
Key Features
High-performance basketball shoe; classic Bulls/Fundamental colorway; features the 'X-Plate' technology; highly breathable leno-weave upper; excellent traction for indoor courts.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic indicators include the specific embroidery pattern density, the clean transition of the 'X-Plate' TPU into the midsole, and the correct blue Jumpman placement on the tongue. Red flags for fakes would be messy stitching or 'foggy' rather than translucent outsoles.
Flaws to Note
No visible physical flaws on the shoes. Lack of original box (if applicable) is the primary factor that would lower the resale price from 'deadstock' to 'new without box'.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Goat, Alias, or StockX (if you have the box); eBay (with Authenticity Guarantee), Poshmark, or Mercari (if selling without the box).
Selling Tips
Highlight 'PF' (Performance Fit) in the title if they are the wider-sole version. Use keywords like 'Basketball Shoes', 'Bred', and 'Zoom Air'. Clean the translucent soles of any household dust with a microfiber cloth before photos to ensure they look 'icey'.
Notes
Brand new Jordan’s Croix