This would be my 3rd Clarks Original Desert Boots:  I also own a pair of Jamacan Black and a pair of Grey Suede. Pluses are the same for this shoe:  beautiful craftmanship, not a stich is out of place.  The rubber sole is less sturdier than the modern version (which uses synthetic) but has better comfort and grip.  This looks great with bootcut and straightleg jeans and slacks.  Beeswax color sometimes appear to have an uneven color in other shoes but when I got these, the color tone was even all accross the shoe.  The leather on the Beeswax is thicker and less flexible than my prior 2 pairs (which are both Suede), hence it will take some time for the leather to soften.  But note that the boots are comfortable nonethe less (although less comfi than the suede version) on the get go.  But the upside is I expect it to be sturdier than my Suede pairs.  When the shoes were delivered, it arrived on time (It's Amazon), packed properly (they added foam to box inside so the shoes doen't move around during shipping), and it came with the Clark's "Original" details (Clarks Original Box, Clarks Original Leather Tag on the Shoe Lace, and Clarks Original on the insoles).  Can't go wrong with these.  Given this is my third, it says a lot about these style, comfort, and heritage of these shoes.  I will buy more, just waiting for prices to get to my affordability.