Yep. That's what this guy who got his pair autographed did, but instead I believe he just had them on display for years instead. The shoe still turned after a good amount of years, so that process accelerates with actual wears.
edit: actually I think MJ actually wore that pair, I don't remember. That pic was saved on my laptop though I don't really remember the story behind that one
edit: actually I think MJ actually wore that pair, I don't remember. That pic was saved on my laptop though I don't really remember the story behind that one