As I had not seen this color, I got them in the dark brown.  Greased them up including the canvas.  I also decided to reinforce the inventive slit at the Achilles with some stitches.  They were slightly large, but I wear orthotics, so they fit perfectly.  Very comfortable.  If they bring this color back in 2018, I am going scarf up a pair, even though I really do not need them.