The New Balance® 993 is the latest edition of the excellent 990 Heritage Series. The 990 series is the most popular style in the New Balance® line-up. All you need to know about this shoe is that it is very well cushioned with NB's most advanced Abzorb DTS® midsole unit and features a plush and breathable pigskin suede / nylon mesh upper material. This shoe is as good as it gets and they're made in the USA!