Quality, Quality, Quality. These boots are great. The fit is true to size, and they are comfortable right out of the box. I bought these boots to wear while riding a motorcycle and they are the best I've had - ever. There is something special about these boots. Maybe it's good old fashioned American craftsmanship - all I know is I will never buy another brand motorcycle boot. I probably won't have to. These look like they will last a long time. And if they do need repairs, Chippewa has a program where they will repair em! Now that's a company that is there for you after the sale.