Like most New Balance shoes, these are well made, comfortable, and as good looking as a de facto orthopaedic shoe can be. I purchased these at the recommendation of my podiatrist, to counter severe overpronation. I'm not quite sure what that is but it certainly is not good. As I understand it, severe flat feet and the foot spreads out excessively when walking. Thus I need a shoe that is not only extra wide but that does not taper down in the middle. This is it. It works. I like it, I will be buying more like it in a variety of styles so I don't end up wearing the same shoes every day. As usual, Amazon service was excellent and I believe the price is quite reasonable.

One thing that folks who think New Balance shoes are American made: The label inside these shoes says made in Vietnam. My older New Balance shoes are marked made in China. Oh well.