They appeared to have been worn...Dirty looking bottoms (they tried to clean)...Blemishes (small scratches) on top on front...Box withered and a bit worn...Maybe stored a long time...No packing material in box or inside shoes...Not as comfortable as the first pair I got 3 years ago...The fit is good, but a couple small places are coming apart on the side (seam), were the bottoms are glued to the shoes.They were supposed to be `New`. I shouldn`t have to pay full price and then receive used... I always have bought my shoes in person.This is a prime example why.They do fit and breaking in, just not real comfortable. Not this pair anyway. A bit disapointed.