I just bought my third pair of these shoes. I really like them except two things. They are smaller than the size stated and the back of the heel tears out too fast. The first pair a bought was 10 1/2, the size that has fit me for decades. It was a challenge to get my feet in them. They became stretched out enough to be comfortable after a month or so. The toes ripped out in about a year. The second pair a bought, was 11 1/2. These were slightly tight at first, as is common for leather shoes. These fit me well. But, the backs of the heels wore out quickly, in about 9 months. And, I don't wear these all day long. I use these for trips to the store and outside around the house. The rest of the shoe is holding up well. I just bought my third pair. So, I still like them enough to buy. Improve the heel and note the size anomaly, and they could be great.