Anthony Veer Roosevelt Single Monk Strap Dress Shoes for Men – Goodyear Welt Construction, Cushioned Footbed & Recraftable Leather Sole – Full Grain Calfskin Leather Upper – Perfect for Business, Weddings & Formal Events

I am wearing the Anthony Veer Men's Classic Single Strap Dress Shoe for the first time as I write this review. Before I did this, on separate days, I treated the shoe first with leather conditioner and then with mink oil.My first impression upon unboxing was to be absolutely taken aback with the shine. I had not expected this level of shine almost to patent leather level, but I have grown to like it. The finish is absolutely flawless. The shoe simply looks a lot more expensive than what I paid for it (on sale). Today, when I put on the shoe, I modelled it for my wife. She was absolutely taken aback with the beauty of the shoe and called it very classy. My compliments to Anthony Veer. I will be a repeat customer as they expand their product offerings.My only issue is with the fit as I experienced some pressure on my little toes.This is undoubtedly fine leather and needs to break in. I am a 9.5W, but the cut of this shoe makes it a bit snug at the toes, not excessively so, but a much more snug that I am used to or anticipated with a wide width shoe. This is due to the cut of the show which tapers in the front. When I move around my feet in the shoes, I see the leather flexing/ moving along with my feet. Undoubtedly, this shoe will adjust to my feet. However, I will get it stretched a bit at the side/ toe area as I am not too fond of the discomfort with breaking-in new leather shoes. Yet, I am happy that I did not order the 10D or 10EE, for the stretching will be minor, and to the width only.I cannot say how beautiful these shoes are when one wears it. Looking down, one just simply feels well-dressed, though I am currently wearing it with jeans and they look fantastic. Now, if Anthony Veer would come out with colors in addition to black, I would definitely be a repeat customer. These shoes I expect to last a lifetime, and since it is my 2nd pair of goodyear welted black leather shoes (the other is a Johnson and Murphy Melton cap toe, also from Amazon), I do not think that I will be in the market for another black pair for a number of years as fine goodyear welt leather shoes last a long time with proper care.