Timberland PRO Men's Titan Casual Work Oxford Shoes - Durable & Comfortable for Outdoor Work & Hiking | Perfect for Construction, Landscaping & Daily Wear

My employer has started mandating that we all must wear slip-resistant shoes. So, I started researching slip-resistant shoes and what better place to start said research than Amazon.My first choice was Dr. Martens. But, for some dumb reason, Dr. Martens does not make a shoe in the half-size. WHY WOULD A SHOE MAKER OMIT HALF THE WORLD'S POPULATION FROM BUYING THEIR SHOES BU NOT MAKING SHOES IN HALF SIZES? This being said, I did narrow my search to two shoes: The Caterpillar Ridgemont and the Timberland PRO Titan Soft-Toe Lace Up.The Ridgemont was a about $12 less expensive, but there was a review that said the shoe had issues when wearing orthotics (I need orthotics). It was also available in black, my preferred color. The Titan had better Amazon overall reviews and no one listed issues with orthotics, but was not available in black.I ended up choosing the Titan because I liked it's looks, expect to have no issues with orthotics, and because of the better reviews.I have to say that I am thrilled with my decision. This shoe is COMFORTABLE. And I feel very confident when walking on wet or slippery floors. The leather is very soft and supple. Maybe too much so. A slight drawback is the shoe shows scuffs very easily...maybe because the leather is so soft.At work, where I am on my feet every minute of an 8-hour day, my feet are not worn, tired, or sore by day's end. And, because my feet are comfortable at the end of the work day, I am not all worn out and tired at the end of the day, either.My only concern is durability. With them scuffing up so easily, I hope they don't fall apart quickly. I am assuming that the uppers are genuine leather and will hold up over time. And, if so, I will be extremely happy.I love these shoes. They are the best, most comfortable work shoes I have ever had on my feet. I highly recommend the Timberland PRO Titan Soft Toe Lace-Up Shoe.UPDATEWell, it's been about 2 1/2 years with these shoes and I still like these shoes. One issue has developed. A hole has developed the upper of the right shoe. It started about 2 years after I purchased them. I didn't know what to do about it, so I just put a little dab of glue to cover the hole. I have to do this about once a week. The hole has been getting bigger and I decided to purchase some Timberland PRO Men's Stockdale Grip Max OX Alloy Toe Work and Hunt Boots. I thought I'd try these...just because. The Pro Titans were an excellent shoe. They were comfortable and lasted 2 1/2 years. Not bad. Just wish the uppers were a little more durable. The soles still show little wear and look like they can easily go another 2 1/2 years.