I purchased these shoes just based on good looks. Light walker and retired jogger. Just put them on and walking around the house. They look great. Appears to also be leather lined which is good for wear. I normally wear 11 2E which is usually fits slightly loose. This shoe is new and may feel just a little snug in width, but I think they will probably stretch out to fit me perfectly. Size 4E would be too wide for me. If you normally wear a 2E and it is a fairly snug fit then maybe you should order the 4E. I have a brand new in the box pair of NB M2040 BK2 in 11 2E and I just tried them on side by side with the NB M2040v3 and they both appear to fit about the same. Unlaced the M2040 BK2 may feel slightly wider. I agree that it would be better for us buyers if less expensive.  Same model and color on Ebay is $100 more and not returnable. So Amazon price doesn't look too bad and best is Amazon customer service is outstanding.