These boots are broken in perfection! They have a ton of life left and are the type of boot that can be resoled as well. The classic profile and rugged treads will easily take you from walking the cobblestone streets of the old city to a light hike along the coast. The matte leather finish is easy to take care of and very durable. These fit a true to size 8.5 Black Matte Rugged & Resilient Leather Fully Lined Supple Glove Leather Interior Flexible Elastic Goring Poron® Antimicrobial Shock Absorbing Insoles StormKing® Durable Anti-Slip Rubber Outsoles Handcrafted with Integrity Heel: 1.5" Shaft: 5"