SperryMen's Gold Authentic Original 2-Eye Leather Boat Shoe

What're the technical differences between the Gold Cup line versus the regular A/O line?

I've had deck shoes; some are cushioned and comfortable and others feel like I am walking on a sidewalk barefoot for hours. Are these comfortable?

I take a 9M. If the width isn't specified, can I assume it's a medium?

Regarding the brown leather Gold Cup shoe, the photo shows "cross lace" shoes (no tied laces), does the shoe have tied laces or not?