I bought a pair of Warmbat boots about 2 years ago, it was Gecko short ones.  I love them, all winter I was wearing them.  Unfortunately no southern California stores carry them, I had to buy them online.  Around November last year, when Amazon was selling the tall boots for almost $200, I found one store in Ohio for $129 a pair of black tall gecko, the credit card was charged right away, no items received for another 3 weeks, left plenty of messages, both phone and email.  Finally talked to somebody and she promised to send them before Christmas.  I received the boots almost Christmas, but very different style, so, instead of a wholesome country girl look, I got the black lace up hooker look.  Spent an extra $25 postage returned the boots.  So, when I saw that Amazon was selling them on sale price again.  I ordered 4 pairs, different color/length.  They're indeed, the best boots, I love them.