No surprise at the use of synthetic......
I think there's a misconception about Nike's use of genuine, full-grain leather -- especially back in the golden age of the 90's. A lot of the material used on lots of those models was actually synthetic. I don't think a lot of guys realize that.
While those originals were better quality than these retros we've had in recent years -- especially Jordans -- it's not like those OGs were bulletproof and always made from the richest, most expensive materials. As much as I love that time period for kicks, I think it's been idealized and exaggerated a little bit.
All that being said, I'm definitely satisfied by the quality of these Maroons.