These boots showed up super quick (I'm Navy stationed in Japan) for an online order. Sized a teeny bit big for a 9, but after wearing them a few times, and the leather broke in and formed to my foot, I couldn't even tell. With a little bit of black polish these can go from a casual everyday boot to a fancier night-time going out sort of boot. Their super comfortable, and after 3 or 4 nights of wearing them, the leather was broken in and fully pliable. The goring on the sides has stayed tight , and the soles are tough and durable. Overall, 5 stars!