Great shoes, typical of Merrell. Love the fit, probably a little too snug and I'll order a half size larger on my next pair. Used to buy sketcher's but Merrell shoes have been my favorite brand for 3 years because I am into many outdoor activities, saves me a lot of money to spend $20 more on a shoe that will get wet and muddy.I'm a former paratrooper, my Merrell water shoes are still in almost perfect condition after 3 years with just fading on the outside. I recommend a good show spray to keep the shoes fresh otherwise your wife might not be happy. I currently have over 100 miles walking in my Merrell shoes I bought in May 2017, they are completely free of any tears and sole damage.Would suggest you try the pair on prior to purchasing, sometimes they run slightly smaller but still wearable.