I had bought a Pair of Timberland Earthkeeper Chelsea boots that I liked and decided to buy this pair because I thought it was stylish and I like the side zipper opening.  These boots are pretty rugged and comfortable on my feet.  I like the fact that the heel and sole are not too thick--I hate that about work boots and these are everyday city boots.

PROS:
-solid construction
-good leather
-stylish
-quality rubber sole

CONS:
-I chose wide but it is not any wider than the other Earthkeeper Chelsea I have in medium!
-inner liner material looks kind of cheap and may not last as long as the outer leather.

Bottom line:  stylish, solid boot that may not be high end construction but neither is the price.