This is my second pair of these boots and they were different from the first pair. These weren't as comfortable and the arch was not the same as the first pair.. I was pretty disappointed that some of the features were different from the last one's I got a payless shoes. Like the sole was different as well as the rop part around the ankle. I really didn't want to go through the hassle of returning them so I just got use to them, now they are broken in and aren't as bad. I stand on my feet at work for about 6 hours and they start bothering me where the arch is after about 5 hours. They are still tolerable and I still think Rockports are some of the most comfortable boots I've ever tried. Just wish these were the same as the first pair I got 3 years ago.