I just received these boots a couple of days ago, but when I tried them on, I just knew they would be great. I usually have to get an 8.5 or 9 for boots to fit or I have to buy a wide boot-something I can never find. These are a perfect size 8M. They fit my wide foot and slender heel PERFECTLY. The leather is soft and supple. The wood detail on the heel is killer. You will have to shine/condition them to remove the coat of protectant, but after that the beauty of the leather really shows. They mold my calves without slippage and with thin socks, I can wear these well into spring, which was my intention. I would suggest going up a size if you intend on wearing thicker socks for warmer weather.
These boots are as comfortable as wearing moccasins.