I'm a huge fan of Rockport but lately I've not been impressed. These shoes are uncomfortable and are a bit narrow even though I bought the wide. The shoe bends in the arch which makes for an uncomfortable feel over a long day. They do look nice but I swiched to the Clarks Portland 2 Tie Oxford.  Update: 12/14/2015. Soles of shoes have crack after light use over on year. I mean I have used very lightly as I have many pairs of shoes.