I really like the way this boot looks and the general construction seems to be pretty good.  They have a strong leather smell out of the box, but that is mellowing quickly.  The thing I have noticed, after wearing them for a few hours one evening and then all day another day, is that the footbed between the two shoes is a little off.  That is, the left boot was comfortable all day, but the right boot seems to have a slightly thicker spot right at the ball of my foot creating some discomfort in wear.  I usually wear a 13, but ordered a 12 based on experience with other boots and that was the right move.