I really wanted to love these boots, because they look great on.  The buckles and zippers add a lot of interest, and the leather is very soft to the touch.  That said, the zipper that runs up the back of the leg looks great, BUT rubbed my Achilles tendon really badly.  I tried adjusting the boots, wearing with different socks, and wearing with and without jeans tucked in.  Nothing I did helped, and just walking around the house caused a raw spot on the backs of both ankles.  So disappointed, but these had to go back.