I've owned these boots for 5 months now, and have to say this is the best footwear purchase I've ever made. I've heard comments about squeakiness...oil them when you buy them. Cheap looking leather....it's pre worn, and hasn't torn or faded. Nothing. And they are so comfortable I wear them more than any other shoe I have. This is a great boot. I'm about to buy a pair of brown ones so I'll have different colors!!