I don't think those 3.1 look that bad. There's nothing to complain about with the upper. Obviously the midsole isn't that desirable but they're prob leaps and bounds more comfy than gl3s. If there's an online drop then I'll be shooting for them.
I hear that. If the defects are noticeable then you def deserve another pair. I know a couple cats that hit NB for a free pair because they had a miniscule defect. They basically complained to get a free pair. I can't remember but did NB let you keep the defective pair too?