These boots are pretty awesome. They are exactly what I expected them to be like. I've worn them now for about a month and they are broken in nicely. They are good boots to go out in or wear casually. The only thing that I noticed after reading some of the reviews here is that the sole does seem to be rather thin in some spots. I fear that a nail or something would easily puncture them and render them no longer water proof. Other than that they are perfect. I wouldn't recommend using these in a construction environment as they aren't exactly the most slip resistant or even designed for such use. I bought them for that Hank Moody style, and for that they are perfect. Although I do think the dark brown suede ones would have been better. It's a shame they were out of stock!