"I've owned these boots for going on 2 years, and absolutely adore them. I've taken them to Europe twice as my "walking shoes" and they have not disappointed. Walking an average 11 miles every day, on cobblestones and various other uneven surfaces, and they have held up not only quality-wise, but comfort-wise. I'd take them off at the end of the day, with no rubbed spots and no pain (besides the I-just-walked-11-miles pain). Cannot recommend them enough! I just wish they would come back in my size so I can buy another pair! I need them in my closet for the rest of always."