I've worn these everywhere from NYC to London to Paris to Barcelona.  They are my main go to boot for traveling.  They look good and they are sturdy enough to hold up to long treks. They take a few wearings to truly break in but no real discomfort comes from that process. I ahve worn them for five mile walks regualrly and when traveling I am often in them all day.  When we are in spain my friend shoes broke and I loaned him these and he ended up buying a pair. I wear a ten and half usually and they fit well in that size through the heel and arch with just a little extra in the toe.  I've recommended these to my friends and family and about a half dozen of them bought them and love them as well.  They are sometimes advertised as waterproof, they are not.  The color is hard to described and changes as they break in. They look great and they wear in spot giving them a nice lived in look.