I bought these boots on pins and needles because of the reviews.  I have to have complete comfort in my line of work (corrections, concrete floors everywhere)  I also needed good fit, and something that wasn't going to give my ankles big sores while breaking them in.  This boot did all those things for me.  When I first put them on, I thought.. too big.  But if you adjust the laces, they are just right.  Add some boot socks, and you're good to go.  My feet were hurting before I got these boots, and I don't have that issue any more.  I really like them, and will buy them again.  They are flexible enough to break in without the sores, and the fit was great.