These shoes appear to be built with an excellent degree of quality.  Having owned a pair of 992's for about 4 years, without any serious wear (even though I've put them through the washing mashine at least 3 times to keeps them looking sharp,) I suspect that this pair should hold up just as well.  They are also extremely good looking.

Further, these New Balance's, as well as other models, are made in the U.S.A. .  This company seems to be one of the extremely rare corporations with any sense of national loyalty.  Will be buying from this company almost exclusively from now on.  In short, very pleased with this product and company.

P.M.
Huntsville, AL