Picked these up for $160, but did notice a small chunk of the outsole was missing. Won't interfere with structure/functionality.

Love the 500 "original" series. I have skinny feet and can't fit the 550 series, because they're quite wide on me, but these feel custom made and comfortable out of the box

Update, 07-12-22: While I stand by my initial review of my Blundstone 500s, I want to add that at this time the molded foam midsoles are desintegrating. This happened to my Vasque hiking boots, too; but it took over 30 years! Anyway, I just fished my Blundstones out of the closet, and a large chunk has fallen out the front of one boot, and the sole is peeling off, and both midsoles feel friable, meaning decomposition will only go faster from here. Otherwise, the boots are in great shape, as would be expected, as they got little wear over the 3 years it took for the midsole to break down. Caveat emptor.

Original review:
It took me 3 tries to get the right size Blundstone 500s, and I recommend doing some research before purchasing these boots. The size basics are these: The Australian whole size Blundstone is an American E width and a full size longer than an American size boot. The half size up is literally no longer or wider but is is "roomier" inside than the whole size under it. I wear a 10 E American boot, and the Australian size 9 Blundstones fit me well enough that I kept them. My feet simply swim in the 9 1/2., despite it is - literally - exactly the same length and width as the 9. As for quality, these boots are not like Limmers or Whites but they are well made by today's standards for mass produced boots. The leather is not at all soft, rather it has a firm hand, like a good work boot, and it takes a while to break them in. The insole is nothing special, and the heal counter is stiff. The mid-sole gives some support, not a lot. The sole is medium soft. Overall, the 500 offers more support than my Clark's Desert Boots and less than typical work boots I've opted for over the years. I would not use them for construction work involving extension ladders or shovels, but they are fine for uneven terrain and doing chores. I wear them daily as a construction superintendent. For this they are more comfortable than my Red Wing 952s, yet another American made boot that's not what it once was.

Great fit right out of the box!
I have skinny feet so I was worried my foot would flop around because of the wide toe box. But because the ankle portion of the boot provides enough support, it was not an issue, even with thinner socks.
Love the color (stout brown) and the stitching - have been wearing them whenever I can.
Well made and rugged - look like they will definitely last a long time AND look better with age!
If you're on the fence, jump over and go for it!

I love these boots and they were perfectly fine, except for missing the extra insoles that usually come with Blundstone boots. . I have to have them in order for the boots to fit.

These boots are fantastic!! Amazingly comfortable right out of the box! I love them !