If you can get the for 50% off or better, it’s a no brainer. They are not worth full retail. The leather is good and the are very soft and comfortable. There is no break in period. They are a good casual boot. My problem is , I can’t figure out what they are good for. They are to casual for “dressier situations” and the are not “rugged” enough for real boot applications. Basically if you need boots to go with jeans and a flannel or a sweater to go to the mall, these are your shoes. Do not get them near water and they have an elongated last, which may make them look like elf shoes if your foot it size 11 or larger. If you understand what they are and what they’re not, you are good to go. They’re very comfortable and the color is great.