This boot has essentially let me able to walk normally again after decades or walking on the medial side of my foot. I no longer evert my ankles when wearing these. God bless those steel shanks. I normally take a 9. After reading other reviews I ordered an 8 1/2 and it fits exactly right. I wear it with a thin wool boot length sock. I probably will not be able to use a thicker sock with these. The quick lace military style lace hardware really saves time when getting dressed. And all for just around $30.