So far these boots are exactly what I hoped for. I have a pair of Chippewa boots I wanted to keep in better shape so I bought these to replace them as work boots. I have worn Chippewa and Redwings and Wolverines but these are the most comfortable I have ever had on right out of the box. The leather is more pliable out of the box and the insole and sole are more cushioned for working all day. I wear an 11 size shoe in tennis shoes. I got these at 10.5 and I should have gone with a 10.