I admit it, I buy nice shoes but I have mostly been rewarded for spending a little bit more.  These shoes are no exception and are quite possibly the best, in terms of comfort, shoes I've ever owned.  If you are going to be doing a lot of walking or standing for long periods of time, I would strongly recommend you consider Mephisto Match Walking Shoes.  Not crazy about the shoe laces but that's a pretty small thing in the overall scheme of things.  Great shoes.