These shoes are fantastic. I needed black shoes for a new job 18 months ago and found them in a famous shoe. They were comfortable and the only reason I needed a new pair to replace them was because the interior around the heel deteriorated too much which was annoying. but could probably get another month or so of it. I stand with them 30-40 hours a week. Whatever you do, don't be stingy and buy some chips, invest in them, you won't regret it. I expected the new pair to be uncomfortable for a few days too, which wasn't the case at all. I might buy another pair as a backup or when these new ones come out in case they take them off.