This is without a doubt the MOST comfortable shoe I have ever worn.  The leather is soft and the padding around the heel area is wonderful. The size is true to fit.  I was so excited when I saw the wonderful price. I bought two pair. I placed the new black pair in the closet because the current pair I have is wearing so well they look almost new after a year of wear. I could not find this shoe in my local shoe store this winter, and was delighted when I noticed they were for sale on Amazon.com.