I love these boots the price is well worth it as I am certain I will have them forever.  I like the tie up the leg for the COLD weather here in NYC.  I also loved the wooden heal. It is solid wood to help you smash ice when you walk so that you don't trip. My other cheap boots have rubber soles and I slip and could break my ankle with them so the solid wood heel is very appreciated. The leather is very high quality and it is a BEAUTIFUL boot.  I am just so happy with my purchase its definately worth every penny because you wil have these for the rest of your life!!