For fit , they are the same . Now Johnny OCD Shoefitment will disagree , but for the average man . they are the same . Same with differences . The OG CDB has a crepe sole and the BAII has a rubber sole . For my money , you are nuts to buy anything other than the BAII . <| sep |> Good to hear ! <| sep |> That was incredibly informative mate thank you . Feel very good about this now from hearing how you talk about it . If i think of anything more specific i ' ll shoot you a pm . <| sep |> Oh , wow , the board members will fire you after they see that gash on your forehead ! Nah . Long as you ignore the gash and give the presentation as you would normally , there will be no problem . If someone asks you about it , maybe say something like Heh , you should had seen the other guy .