First of all I wanted to get the $199 moss/brown variation in size 8 B(M), which is my typical size. To me, the picture of "moss brown" looked more brown than "dark brown nubuck". Long story short, in a moment of weakness, due to availability and a whopping $100+ discount, I ordered the 8.5 2A(N) in "dark brown nubuck", thinking at less than half price I'd just make them work. I consider my feet normal width so hoped I might be able to break them in. As for the half size up, sometimes in boots (especially Ariats) I can wear 8.5. I was very concerned about getting a reddish colored pair of boots though...

Well they arrived today, and I'm happy to report that the brown nubuck is a rich chocolate brown, just what I wanted. The two-tone colors of the boot remind me of a milk chocolate and dark chocolate color combo. The weird thing is, the 8.5Ns fit me perfectly. There's wiggle room in the toe area, which is fine, but the width does not feel narrow at all. I even had thick socks on. I don't know if this means an 8 would have felt wide, but just thought I'd share the information. They felt comfortable. I tried them on with thick leggings. They were snug in the calf but not suffocating. Zipper hardware is sturdy. Leather is beautiful... suede-like with darker leather accents. The boots felt well made and look expensive. The interior lining could have been nicer, but who cares. The heels are fashionably high, but not uncomfortably high. Wanted to get these first impressions recorded, but will report back on durability and long-term comfort as I experience it. Overall very happy!