This came well packaged and boxed. The width of the rod does not quite span the distance if you mount the two brackets on studs, so I inserted an old curtain tension rod into the tube to make it fit. I ripped out the glued in insoles and replaced because the soles and rest of the shoe were still in great condition. I have worn Vanity Fair nightgowns happily for years. Great containers. But wore them twice and the bottom of the heels are sheered. nothing compares to comfort and durability. I am attaching photos. I didn?t do anything out of the ordinary? just walking in them like I usually do when I noticed something felt off. I dont think you could easily fit a generic boom microphone into the slot so when/if it dies Ill be relying on Corsair still selling spares.