Tony believes that if you follow these 10 points of shoe fitting your chances of obtaining a "good fit" are increased and you will will find a pair of shoes that not only fit well, but wear well and are comfortable.
10 Points of fitting
1. Shoe Length
* 3/8" to 1/2" between longest toe and end of shoe * Space for fourth and fifth toes
2. Heel-to-ball (Arch Length)
* Space for fourth and fifth toes
3. Ball-to-toe
* Shoe is not too long or too short from ball to end of toes
4. Heel-to-Outer-Ball
* Fifth metatarsal (outer-ball joint) fit into outer "pocket" of the shoe just like inner ball joint fits into pocket
5. Ball Width and Vamp Room
* Adequate space across vamp of the shoe * Width of insole same as width of foot
6. Heel Fit
* Not too tight or too loose; "snug fit" * Top of counter does not "cut into" heel tendon * Inside and outside ankle bones do not rub a against top line of shoe
7. Top Line
* Fits snuggly to sides of the foot
8. Instep or Waist
* With slip-ons and bots; it's important that shoes not too tight over the instep, but they must be snug enough to hold the shoe on the foot.
9. Arch Fit
* Shoe hugs closely to the foot on the inside of the shoe under the longitudinal arch
10. Tread
* Shoe fits securely, must feel balanced and stable in order to walk comfortably
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