When purchasing this shoe ensure to select one that is a full size larger than your normal shoe size. The shoe is very stiff and does not get any easier to wear after a break-in period (three weeks). The soles are made of some sort of hard rubber and are not, as advertised, stealthy (meaning soft soled). It's like walking with dress shoes on, not a lot of give. They look good but are not very comfortable for any extended wear.