Jordan Brand continues its archive release series with the Air Jordan 6 Infrared Salesman. This silhouette taps into an unreleased sample from 1999. For the first time ever, fans will have the chance to cop this concept off the shelves. Unreleased retros like this offer a rare glimpse into the past and how early Air Jordan prototypes were presented. Instead of riding nostalgia waves, salesmen feels like an official nod to Jordan Brand’s design origins.
Unlike the traditional Infrared 6 layout, this version carries Infrared across most of the midsole. That change gives the sneaker stronger contrast and a sharper visual rhythm. The black nubuck upper, visible Air unit, and inner bootie stay intact, preserving the DNA of the original Air Jordan 6 silhouette.
Jordan Brand also refined the shape for added authenticity. It becomes the first non-collaboration Jordan 6 to mirror the 1991 form more closely. The toe box was adjusted through the internal bootie, while the tongue height now matches what Michael Jordan wore on court. Those details quietly separate this pair from recent retros.
Sample-style text inside the collar, special hangtags, and custom packaging reinforce the “Salesman” story. These touches echo how prototypes were once delivered to buyers and retailers. It is subtle, but it makes the sneaker feel archival rather than simply retro.
The rollout extends beyond footwear. An apparel capsule joins the release, alongside an Air Jordan 1 Low and Flight Court models using matching Infrared accents. Together, the collection creates a unified theme instead of a single headline sneaker.
Air Jordan 6 Infrared Salesman Release Date
Launching February 14, 2026, the Air Jordan 6 Infrared Salesman will be available in full-family sizing for $215 in men’s at Nike.com and select Jordan Brand retailers.
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Air Jordan 6 “Infrared Salesman”
Color: Black/Light Crimson
Style Code: CT8529-001
Release Date: February 14, 2025
Price: $215
