I bought my first pair of Deer Stags many years ago and immediately loved them. Back then, they were the most comfortable, high-quality shoes I had ever come across and they lasted years. Fast-forward to 2010, my beloved Deer Stags had finally worn out so I was thrilled to find them online at Amazon. What a disappointment!  The drop in quality was immediately obvious as I got them out of the box. They weren't nearly as comfortable and within just a few months of sedentary office use, the outer shell was cracking and peeling badly. The sole also cracked and within 2 years, it was time to replace the entire shoe. By going cheap, Deer Stags has ruined a great product and their reputation.