This is actually my first product review. These shoes are so good they inspired me to let others know.  lol  I bought my first pair in March of 2012 and just bought my second pair in December 2012. I got these for around $50 each time. The first pair lasted 9 months before I started walking on the side of the shoe. 9 months is good for a shoe to last with me. I have a very wide foot and tend to walk on the outside of my foot. I'ma  300 lb man and I wear these at work 8 hours a day on concrete. Size was about accurate, maybe just a little snug. I feel thats good for support though. They may not be as comfortabela s some Red Wings but tthey don't cost as much, and I have never been able to find Red ?Wings ina  5E. Side zipper is nice to have, helps get them on and off. However, thats why I gave it a 4 instead of 5. The zipper pull handle actully broke just before my last order. Zipper still worked as it should, just the pull part broke. Looking to buy some of Propets other sports shoes in the near future. I'll be sticking with this brand for a while.