This is a classic shoe that is very durable! I bought these shoes for my son and he absolutely loves them! These are genuine leather shoes that can be adjusted or loosened to fit your individual foot size. You can loosen the back straps or tighten the side straps to draw your heel toward or away from your ankle. This process allows the shoe to conform to your specific foot profile. The bottom and sides are very strong and the width fits his legs well without really breaking them. I look forward to having them for a long time!