Date: 8 Sep 1995 08:57:41 U From: "Sonia Lukich" <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Re: Inquiry- good shoe brand Hi Bill, I'm not familiar with any particular brand of shoe, but I know that my father (having the same shuffling and balance trouble as yours) prefers shoes with a smooth leather sole that have a woven upper. The woven upper stretches well and gives a bit if the foot swells. He suggests an Italian maker. Finds them more comfortable and durable. Sonia ([log in to unmask])