Have these shoes ordered for my husband, who always comes very well with Rieker shoes. As the old shoes were falling apart, I needed a new pair. Well pleased with the first tightening! Nothing expresses or scrubs. Also on the heel, on the shoe is too high sometimes a cut, no problems. The soft padding on the transition to the foot for extra cozy comfort. The shoe is very well made and makes a very solid impression. Absolute buy recommendation!