Not what they used to be
922810
I've had a pair of English 8053's for the last 15 years.  I've worn them nearly 85-90% of the time in those fifteen years.  They've been on countless trips abroad and used in industry.  The quality and workmanship are not up to the same standard any more.  The pair I just purchased I compared directly and found the following:

1. Leather cut rougher and less skiving on the edges.
2. Stitching rougher and not as many stitches per inch.  This is especially noticeable in between the toe piece to the sides.
3. Insole now composite rubber and vinyl, original was leather and cork that was glued down to the entire length of the sole.  Current one only has vinyl down to the arch and is removable.  This means it doesn't mold to your foot as well and will wear out faster.
4. Original also had leather covering the inner triple stitching for the toe cap-side seam. This leather had a smaller stitch to keep it in place and also protect the triple stitching.  Without this the stitching is going to wear from use from your foot and eventually separate.
5. Sole tread pattern is awful.  Go back to the original diamond boot pattern.  This made for better traction and longer wear.  The new is also a softer durometer urethane and therefore won't last as long.
6.  The tongue is not as wide as the old pair. This means that the laces aren't covered as much and builds pressure points on each side.
7.  Eyelets are now plastic instead of brass.  I liked the brass because it got smoother as it wore and had a nice patina to them.

The break in period was about 1 week with a treating of balsam about every other day.  Treating a pair of Doc's with balsam will definitely extend the life of the shoe, hence one of the reasons I've had the other pair for 15 years.

I have decided to keep this pair but I don't expect them to last me like the other ones.  I would have willing paid more to have the same level of craftsmanship as my original 8053.  This pair will merely be a stop gap to find a better pair of shoes.
4211287
I had a pair of these already and loved them.  when they wore out I ordered another pair of the exact same style and size.  Unfortunately it looks like levis changed the specs as these are totally different from what i had.  the review is not a reflection of the quality, but rather that they are not the same as they were less than a year ago.
3402828
These used to be so good, but something has changed and not for the better.  They used to be nice and hard so as to dissolve slowly in your mouth.  Now much softer and they crumble easily.  They blew it!!
4573691
To stiff and slick, nothing like the older ones
730627
Product which used to be good quality has now gone straight downhill and they don't last half as long as they did. Another reviewer commented that they must be made in China now with quality to match and I have to agree.
4502332
Not what they used to be.  The edges are rough and unfinished.
1144571
I had a pair from a few years ago and the quality of the old pair was much better than the ones I just bought. Was somewhat disappointed.
4404166
Not at all like the originals I loved from years ago....very disappointing the foot bed is way to narrow
89563
These were great a few years back, but it seems the manufacturer has gone cheaper and they don't work as good as they used to. I am forced to look elsewhere now for quality.
4900945
Bought a bunch of these in August 2012 and enjoyed the high-quality chrome hangers. Re-ordered more of the same model in January 2015 and the new ones were not shiny (maybe not even chrome plated?) and were a different shape than my existing ones. Maybe the manufacturing changed for the worse or these are being passed off as the original product. In any case, they don't match and I'm disappointed.
3356903
They aren't the quality that they used to be.  The fabric isn't as thick or soft.  They don't seem to ride up the leg as other brands.  Like most other economical brands, they're comfortably snug
1698605
Highly dissatisfied with the new design. I originally bought these gloves a few years ago, and they were perfect. The fit was comfortable, and the features offered everything I needed...great padding, accurate sizing, and I especially loved the loops between the fingers for quick removal. I couldn't find them after I moved, so I quickly returned to Amazon to re-order the same gloves.  I used them for the first time today, and to my dismay, found that the design has changed significantly. The fabric is less substantial and has a cheaper feel, and the finger loops are gone. I would return these if I hadn't already used them, and am highly disappointed because this used to be such an awesome lifting/fitness glove. Will now be searching for a different brand.
87645
I like Levi's but they have changed. I compared these to one of my old pair and they are not the same. The denim quality is worse and the weight of the denim is much less, it's a much thinner pair of Levi's. what does that mean? Less comfort and will not last as long. Please go back to the old design. I will not purchase these online again
4912935
Not the quality that I've seen in the past.
4761459
I bought Hue for many years - in fact, they were such great quality that I haven't had to buy any in several years.  Well, they're not making them like they used to.  The control top is a different fabric & while the old ones used to just give you a nice amount of comfortable control, the new ones squeeze & pinch like sausage casings.  The overal quality seems to be lighter weight as well.  I'm not impressed.
4321331
I bought a pair of these about six months ago and loved them so I finally got around to ordering another pair.  Big mistake, while the new pair looks the same they are not anywhere near the quality of the first pair I bought.  The fabric seems to be much less substantial and the pockets on the new pair are now a light mesh material.  Instead of a comfortable lightweight short they are now more of a flimsy swimsuit.  Same price by the way.
1256982
Having had such a good experience with the previous versions of the Hurricane kids sandals, I am dismayed by the radical changes in this years model. The footbed is much thinner and lacks arch support and cushion. My seven year old noticed this immediately when he tried them on. Yes they are pretty but that is not where it counts. We live in a tropical environment and rely on sport sandals for year round wear. These are not up to par with the previous models. This is not the first time that Teva has changed a good performing shoe. I used to purchase the Terra Fi but stopped when the neoprene that used to be so cushiony became thin and uncomfortable. Now this change in the kids shoes. Sorry Teva but you are losing a customer to Chacos. You have strong name recognition and a good history but those will only last for so long if you do not provide the same quality.