I bought this shoe to take along on a weeks  trip to Paris.  I was recovering from a stress fracture and wanted a comfortable, sturdy shoe. It can be Damp in Paris in Early April so I wanted the shoe to be waterproof.  I have another pair of Dunhams that I like, but my wife doesn't like the way they look.  These passed the cosmetic test.

They also passed the wear test.  I wore them while I was sightseeing and they were quite comfortable.  I will recommend these to friends.  But as with all shoes, they have to fit your feet.