These boots seem decent for the price. They have a thick sole, seem durable. They are comfortable right out of the box. I have a 20 year old pair of HH boots and those have a nice patina. These boots need some age to be comparable. The leather is soft, not stiff.

They are packed with dye - I mean to the max. Expect to have black dye on your skin. I'm sure over a short time that will diminish. I'll be riding the bike this summer and we'll see how they hold up.