I was amazed when I got it. Bought a black and brown in 2011 Dec...within a week or so of using the brown - I saw scratches...and since it is brown, the scratches show like a cream color and look worn out. I was OK still cos it was really comfortable. Then the black one, started peeling off (the front end) and now it looks really ugly. I only wore this for one winter along with 2 other pairs I have...and now I'm looking at them and they are ready to be the discarded. And not to mention, I get marks on my legs with the inside of the boot rubbing against the upper portion of the boots (unless you wear knee high socks)...the feet portion is still comfortable but due to the peeled off and scratches I won't be using them any more.