Should i buy gaynor minden pointe shoes?

Ummmm..lets see i wear the same pointe shoes as you and i feel that my feet have become a lot stronger with them, because for one they arnt soft and flexible. Try cutting the shank to 3/4 to fit your feet better....the only problem i find with gaynors is that they dont really work your foot, they just do it for you so your not getting any benefits, just perfect feet...which is good especially for stage..i would say they are more performance shoes.