I bought two pairs of these shoes - the Black Snake Luxor in a 10 and the Black Patent in an 11.  I couldn't decide which leather i preferred, and based on other reviews, knew i should try a 10 and an 11.  I usually wear a 10 reliably.  To tell the truth, the two pairs fit almost the same, the 11 wasn't that much bigger. But the Black Snake leather looked better - it just shaped to the foot a little better.  There is a little discomfort just above my big toe and on the heel, but feels like they'll give. In the meantime, I've worn them only twice and put bandaids where the rubbing is.  I'll update once i have a chance to break them in, but the leather is so soft overall that i'm confident the leather will give.