I really wanted to keep these boots. They looked fantastic and I bet with more wear would break in and be somewhat comfortable. They fit and walk very much like a cowboy boot as they have a heal and leather sole. And that's the issue. They are slick on the bottom which isn't all that great under certain conditions. I knew this when I bought them but just thought I could get over it. But more importantly, the sole is so stiff and unforgiving that it is not enjoyable to walk. And perhaps the biggest issue is their weight. While the quality of the product is evident, they could have made an equally nice boot with a lighter sole (even leather) that would have been more cozy to walk. For me, I need shoes to be somewhat comfortable to use frequently. The fit was fine. I wear and 11 and have a slightly wide foot and my size fit properly out of the box.