I love these Danskos. I had started buying Sanitas because recent Dansko Professional purchases had turned out to be  shockingly wide. (I, too, have noticed a change in the quality and the fit since the manufacturing location changed). The Pro XP is a perfect fit--similar to the Sanitas, but with a softer, more welcoming footbed. The improved fit means that the clogs are less apt to roll (something I had noticed with recent Danskos). In general, this design provides better support and stability for the foot. I bought the Ebony Pull-up Leather version of these clogs and can't speak to issues that others have had with the painted ones.