I am not a cheapskate when it comes to shoes. Im all about paying more for comfort so the price didn't have me even batting an eyelid. I just hold the shoe and manufacturer to a much higher standard and this one came through with flying colors.

I had to go up to a size 9 though Im an 8.5. 8s were super small and European sizes don't come in halfsies. That being said they are very comfortable. A little tight on the upper area that goes over your toes further up your foot. Im hoping that part will stretch if I wet it and tug on it a bit. Thats a little painful for me after several hours of walking around. But then again I have the boniest narrowest weird feet in the world so it could just be me. Hopefully other reviews will adress this to give a more rounded view of that part of the shoe. I still love them and will buy other colors.  Well worth the money. Quality made. I like quality!