There were comments about the lace holders at the top coming off but so far so good. There was also mention of them being too narrow but they fit just fine. I have been purchasing this brand above all others for the 5E widths. They were a little stiff at first but have become more comfortable with wear. In the past, just for work, I've used the Propet Camp Hiker. I have them in black and brown. I own 2 pairs of brown because the 1st developed holes in the leather and the second started to tear in the back. This boot is to replace those and I hope they hold up better. Style wise my wife likes the way they look.