I first purchased a pair of these sandals in Tombstone, AZ in June 2010.  I love them, they were immediately comfortable and I wore them extensively...as shoes do, they are beginning to wear and I began to worry about replacing them (I live in Australia).  Imagine my delight when I found them available on Amazon!  I ordered the identical pair to those I own and am somewhat disappointed with the new pair.  In fairness, I haven't actually worn them out of the house but the sole is definitely different, up to a quarter of an inch thinner and with a bit more to the arch.  They just feel different on my feet than the ones I tried in the store.  If I tried these on in the first case, I'm no so sure I would have made the purchase.  Hopefully, when the season turns and it is again time for sandals, I will find these to be more comfortable than the initial try...