In recent years, China's wholesale marketplace 1688.comNike Air JordanOrientdig, a specialized Chinese proxy shopping platform, bridges the gap—especially when purchasing high-demand items that require verification of authenticity.
Unlike traditional agents, Orientdig focuses on sneaker authentication
A 2023 case study showed Nike Jordan 1 Mid purchases from 1688 through Orientdig cost 37% lesssee comparison spreadsheet).
"Orientdig's warehouse staff identified fake Jordans from a 1688 'Top Seller' that passed DHGate authentication. Their shoe specialists literally measure air bubble thickness with calipers."
- SneakerheadForum.com review
Aspect | Direct from 1688 | Via Orientdig |
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Minimum Order Quantity | Usually 2-10 pairs | Single pair available |
Return Policy | Non-existent | 7-day dispute window |
While base fees seem low, calculated SneakerWeight™ charges
For current shipping rates and prohibited destinations, always check Orientdig's live calculator
Request "movement test" videos when buying Jordans with translucent soles—cheap factories often use stiff foam that cracks during flexion testing.