text: I'll preface this rating by saying that I've been purchasing Cole Haan shoes for many years.  Nike sold the company to a private equity group and since the sale I've noticed a significant decrease in quality. I've had several of the Cole Haan drivers and this new pair received is disappointing. The shoes are made in China and the quality and suppleness of the leather is very poor.  While they are very attractive, it appears that the new owners are more interested in cost savings than continuing to produce a quality shoe. This new pair lacks substance and no longer feature the Nike Air insole, one of Cole Haan's greatest attributes. I'm reluctantly going to hang on to them and see how long they last. I'm mot optimistic. Should this trend continue, I'll be venturing out to other brands like Johnston & Murphy, Bally, Ferragamo, etc. If you're looking for a driver moc, take a pass on this style and try something else.  If you're a discerning Cole Haan shoe wearer, you'd be disappointed. This shoe is a miss in my book and I'm hopeful that the company will focus on quality as they move forward.  Otherwise they will lose loyal customers.