Order a size smaller and you'll be set.Had a slight defect with a very small amount of what seems glue near one of the shoe lace holes.From my expirence these are fairly sturdy but gain scuffs easily. The soles may rip off after 6 months to a year.Base line: great shoes which can last years with proper care. Look better in person than in pics. (The blacks are VERY clean looking.) A great buy worth at least $60.