I love these boots!  They are very soft, very comfortable!  Can walk in them for hours.  The shaft does slouch like some reviewers mentioned, but I like that look.  The shaft is pretty narrow, and there is no zipper, so best if your calves are on the slimmer side. The leather is high quality.  They have a little bit more of a Western look than I expected because of the pointed toe, but it makes them look a little different.  I got mine a 1/2 size big because I like my boots roomy.