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Empires size up smaller than Republics (think "race fit" v "commuter fit"). For me, 43 Empires are perfect, whereas I need to wear thicker merino socks with my 43 Republics.
Empires also come in half sizes (unlike Republics), so if a 44 Republic is on the tight side, then your best bet is likely a 44.5 Empire