Over the years, I?ve accumulated 3-4 sets of Bose QC(#) models. what?The neck band that goes on the back of your neck is designed to release the wired part if it is not preferred, and I seriously question how many people have figured that out based on complaints about the neck band itself. We assembled it in few minutes, extremely easy to assemble and it is very very strong. But I have a ton of anchors laying around , so no big deal for me. The shoes are really warm and snug, but if youre looking for sole support, this isnt the shoe for you. Somebody here wrote it was not natural, I don?t know, I compared to original uggs and there is no difference at all in terms of natural smell of the sheep. Too narrow, too long compared to typical shoes of the same size in other brands. Best to check the 3. Oh, yeah - and theres a headphone jack built directly into the mic so you get absolutely no delay when recording :) This is one of those things thats so good you just buy it even if you dont need it. Everyone I have shown them to can not believe that I got these on line.