I love these boots. They came out of the box and fit like they were made for me. Never again will I blow money on made-in-China work boots from a big box store. Those boots last an average of 6 months before they start falling apart on me from casual everyday wear. The first thing I always do with new boots is place Dr. Scholl's gel inserts in them. No need with these. The footbed is very well cushioned. These Chippewas are beautiful. The leather is perfect. The seams and stitching are tight. The sole is great, without the kind of tread that I'm always picking up little rocks and gravel in. The eyelet hardware is heavy duty. Even the boot laces are heavy duty and waxed and should be good for a few years. I have already had some positive comments on the little brass National Ensign (flag) symbol that came on the laces. Made in America!