This is an honest review from a non-paid reviwer. Love these boots so far! I've never had such comfortable and lightweight boots"¦these are probably not hardcore work boots so you guys trying to wear these while climbing power poles or out on a crab boat I'm just gonna doubt they'll take that kind of abuse. But for casual boots they fit the bill!

I liked this boot . Just dont like the extensive hike in price , but hopefully will come back down!

I don't have anything really negative to say about this product, just some key points that may be important to you as I didn't think of them until the first day I put them on. These reasons in no way make me want to return them as they're a really nice boot for the money.

1. No Achilles heel pull. Personally putting on any boots, this helps a lot. It's a pain to try an fit your fingers between the rear upper collar and wedge your heel into the boot.

2. Oxblood coloring will bleed, be aware. The color is super nice and rich. The leather is treated and colored well, however it will stain white socks until they break in.

3. The sole wears easy. I've owned multiple shoes made with the white "Goodyear Welt" style sole. This is the only pair I've owned that I've visibly seen the rubber roll and fall off after I scrubbed it on concrete. I don't feel like they'll last super long, however they are comfortable after walking around in them for a day.

I have mixed feelings about these boots. First of all, these aren't "rugged". I'd consider them street boots. They are light weight which is nice, though. The tread offers little grip in wet conditions, beware. The Grey is a unique color which is why I bought them. My biggest gripe? They are a small 12. They're the smallest size 12 boots I've ever owned. I hope they break in.

As the time of this writing, the Redwings 6-inch moc-toe boot is all the rage. If you're getting these strictly for style, these are virtually identical to the Redwings as far as the look, and for a third of the price. My issue with the Redwings is the close to $300 price tag (which I can afford but can't stomach) and the fact that they take 2-4 months to break in, which I don't have the patience or wherewithal for. They're also a heavy boot. These Eastland boots are well made, comfortable, affordable, true to size, and there's minimal break in. It's a soft leather that's comfortable right out of the box. They look fantastic with jeans or khakis, especially with a slim or tapered leg opening. You'll lose out on the aesthetics with "Dad jeans." Again, if wearing strictly as a casual boot for style, this is a great bet. For actual construction work or the like, Redwings might be a better choice.