Bought a pair of these over a year and a half ago and they are great boots. Mine are distressed leather and they withstand anything I put them through. I have taken motorcycle trips in them in the rain and they worked flawlessly! I have used them to do landscaping and got them muddy and dirty as heck and still they are holding up great. Only thing I would highly recomend is get a full size smaller than what you usually wear. I have a wide foot and for just about every shoe I own I wear a 10.5. I bought these in 9.5 EE and they were still snug for me on the width. After wearing them about everyday for a month they stretched out perfectly and are with out a doubt the most comfortable and convenient boot I have ever worn. I wear them almost every day! Also as an added bonus I have gotten several compliments when I go out on the town wearing them either dressed up or just with a pair of jeans.