I can tell by the way these shoes are designed that they will last for a very long time.  They have a rugged sole, the stitching is well done and the footbed is nicely padded.  They took 2 wearings (all day at work)to break in, although not terribly uncomfortable.  I think they are styled a little bit narrow.  I have a B width foot and until broken in, the leather across the widest part of my foot was very snug.  Being 5' 5" I usually have to hem everything, so it's nice to have a 2.5" heel for my longer pants.  Based on the brochure that arrived in the box, the price was right too.  Practical yet cute; not an easy combo to find.