Mephisto

Sam

Men's

Odor - This shoe is great, except after couple of months of wear the sole of the shoe has a strong unpleasant odor. Never had a problem like that before.

I have owned two pairs of these. The leather upper was in perfect condition on the first - it was the footbed that wore out, and so I should have realized that they could be re-soled. Nonetheless, don't regret the second purchase at all. These are absolutely the most comfortable sandal I have ever owned. The sandal holds closely at the ankle, sole, and heel, but provides plenty of room and breathability around the toes and foot. The footbed is incredibly comfortable - form and supportive. They can be worn straight out of the box; I took my first pair on a month-long trip through sub-Saharan Africa right after purchase, wore them most days, and had no problems. I've taken them on trips as my only "shoe." They are fine on almost any surface. They are about as dressy as a sandal can be, meaning they can double with semi-dress clothes in many settings. At the same time, they are perfectly at home in a very casual setting. The buckle means that they hold to your feet well, but also requires a bit more work to put on and take off. This is more of a matter of the design of the sandal than a criticism, but if you’re looking for something to easily slip on or off, these aren't the best choice for you. They're also not designed to be worn in the water, meaning that a pair of flip-flops or Tevas will work better in water or on the beach.

I needed a sandal that provided good support while looking more refined than many others. I find this sandal provides excellent support, has a good sized toe box, is comfortable without socks (no chafing), and has sufficient sizing control with a buckle so can wear with and without socks comfortably. I feel it has a neutral stance, but seems somewhat longer than other makers, which I have found with all Mephistos. It looks good with both shorts and dressier pants, so is quite versatile.

Best shoe I have ever worn, and I am 58 - I already have one pair of these. I have worn them through trips to France and Italy, walk about 2 miles everyday and bicycle in them, have used them from late spring through early autumn. Good with or without sox. Feet stay dry, the sole provides fantastic support and a perfect stride. They look great with slacks, shorts or jeans.