I have owned two other pair of Tecnica fur cold weather boots - they are now 19 years old and still look great.  I always wanted a black pair and I LOVE these.  They are comfortable and warm.  Be sure to order your exact size (I am sometimes an 8.5 and sometimes a 9 depending on the shoe/boot); the 9 was too big and the 8.5 is perfect.  I highly recommend them.  They are costly, but worth it.