I've had these boots for over a year now. They are holding up well. They are very comfortable and the fit is close to perfect (15 D.) I can't attest to the effectiveness of whatever water resistant coating came on them, because--as with any boots that I buy--I slapped a couple of coats of polish on them as soon as I got them.

The leather does seem thin, but I haven't had any issues because of it. Scuffs polish right out as with any smooth leather boots. (It's 2017 now. The boots are still in good shape. I bought them in 2010.)