Dr. ComfortFisherman Men's Therapeutic Diabetic Extra Depth Sandal Leather

Wow great comfortable shoes

I'v been wearing Timberland Fisherman sandals for over 20 years. I would wear them starting in May through to when it was just too cold. They'd be worn out and I'd buy a new pair every year. Timberland in their bright corporate office minds decided to discontinue this great sandal. I tried a pair of Orthfeet Clearwater sandals and as comfortable as they are, they are way too hot to wear in the summer outside walking.The Dr. Comfort Fisherman sandals are pretty nice. I added a simple Dr Scholls charcoal air pillow insoles underneath to take up some of the room and this created a great fit. Leather out and lined is very nice. These sandal are more comfortable than the Timberlands. The padding helps with comfort, but does add a bit of warmth that is not welcome and they are warmer to wear than the Timberlands. But I guess there is give and take with these things. The only thing I would ask is to modernize the out leather to a nice light nubuck for an improved casual look.The sandals are bit stiff at first then broke in nicely after a couple of days. I just did a mile walk in 80 degree heat and they are fine on my feet.Size Comparison:Dr. Comfort 12 WideOrthofeet: 12 WideKeen: 13 M/WAllbirds 13MPropet 13W

This appears to be a very well made casual moc to wear about the house, which could be worn outside due to its excellent, thick sole. I ordered the right size and it fits well except there is too much depth from top to bottom of the foot dimension. It’s great that they add a pair of quality arch supports which you can insert on your own in the matching size ordered. They also include a pair of blue flat insoles, about 1/4 inch thick, made from dense rubber that allow you to add additional depth to the shoe. But even with both sets of insoles installed, I still found too much wiggle room. This excess depth can be taken up to a large degree by tightening the two Velcro instep straps, one of each side, but I’m worried once the leather breaks in over time, this shoe will become too loose which cannot be tightened fully. The alternative will be to insert a thicker pair of base insoles under the arch support insoles. But overall it’s a quality item but a tad overpriced IMHO.

These shoes look like pretty good value for money, and indeed the upper part of the sandals, buckles, velcro staps are all well made, and the uppers are sewed to the soles, which is important, because if they are only glued, the shoes will soon fall apart, especially in warm weather.However the soles are not very comfortable and somewhat uncomfortable on rough sidewalks. I have a worn out pair of Rockport sandals, and the soles are oh so comfortable (although the uppers are not well made) so it is doable.The sizing is possibly a little bit small as per United States sizing. The problem is that the shoes come to a taper at the toe end, so the last inch or inch-and-a-half cannot be easily used by the toes--at least not if you have wide feet. One solution would be to buy shoes one size larger than what you think you need.I have put a second pair of insoles in my shoes which makes them more comfortable, but takes up space. I would recommend applying a thick coating of vaseline jelly both inside and outside for the first 7 days, then warming the shoes with a hair dryer or gas stove, then pushing glass jars or medicine containers inside the shoes to stretch and soften them. I have done this and my shoes are already softer.Whomever has designed these shoes has done a very promising job, and next time they might be able to do even better and make a really great shoe, but as they stand they are fair value for money, considering that many decent orthopedic type shoes are three times the price, so it is probably worth working to customize them and spending a bit make them more comfortable.The image shows the shoes being stretched after application of vaseline jelly and heat.Note added July 18th 2022: The price of these shoes has more than doubled since I bought mine, so I don't think they represent the same value now.

These are amazing sandles, my feet swell as the day goes and I have no discomfort from these sandles. There was a normal cut of the leather lining that was irritating one spot, I took a finger nail file and softened the edge and wha-la now no problem. I kept them on 24-7 for one week ( except to shower) to give them a good test. Have congestive heart failure and must sleep on recliner chair. The inserts that come with are not cheap ones, very well made sandles, inserts,+ foam spacers. I read one review saying there was a fault in a shoe. Lets face it they cannot check each shoe on the line the cost would be passed on. So they sent a return prepaid mailing label, can't beat that, plus letting me follow a scripted process for breaking them in. There is a restricted return for up to 30 days return. Instructions for breaking in and care of shoe and return policy is included. If you want sandles that don't feel like you have them on, soft inside. These I recomend worth the price. Looks like if you go through pedorthic medical care, Medicare might pay for them, check with Doc. first.

These sandals are the most comfortable I’ve ever owned. Took about a week to break them in, but they look and feel great.

Its a nice looking shoe but Just a regular shoe with a foam style orthotic insole. The insole appeared to be just like the ones sold at the drug store. Remove the insole and it's just a normal shoe

Orthofeet and Aetrex are not currently making Fishermen's, so this is the only game in town with a closed heel. The latter is important to stabilize any kind of insert or cushion. Fortunately, the Dr Comfort appears well-made. It has a very deep area for inserts, so it is good for diabetics whose feet swell, or others with foot issues. The bottom layer is a cushiony sponge, so it is even softer than the Aetrex. I use it with Orthofeet inserts (better than Dr Comfort) plus thin Spencos. Unless and until Orthofeet brings back Fishermen, this is the best option.

Happy to have it

These are the best Sandles I have ever owned.