He loves them and can wear them for hours with no complaints about comfort. Oh, and Ive never noticed a sandalwood fragrance either, and I have a pretty good sense of smell. It is quite sturdy. Make the screws nice and tight, but dont over tighten. Too tight even in wide. Zero soreness or foot fatigue after schlepping over cobblestone, gravel trails, city streets, 8-10hrs/day. Hits above my knee Our first use was at a Rolling Stones concert. I cant stop staring at my feet! Theyre soft and flexible, just right for walking my dogs.