First...5 stars goes to Amazon's AWESOME purchase and return processes! Unfortunately, the shoes are another story...

Seemed to be well made, sturdy and good looking shoe overall. Lots of room in the toe box and drawstring-type laces are great. Unfortunately, the arch support is VERY aggressive (high). I have a "normal" stride and don't require special or additional arch support. I thought the pressure I felt on my arches would go away after some break-in time, but I walked around in these shoes for less than 30 mins and I knew I was going to return them. It was that painful. Can't imagine running in these. :(