As a true minimalist, I bought these as my "everything" shoe. I need something comfortable, professional, stylish and especially waterproof. I *do not* like my feet getting wet so I bought these and some nikiwax. They are so far much comfier and supportive than a different style of Blundstones that I owned. They seem to have great traction too!I work long shifts and these provide me with the comfort I need.I was a little worried about these being knock offs or seconds, based on some reviews. I was also a little unsure of my sizing...the women’s blundstones I have say they’re a 9, do I ordered these unisex ones in a US 9.5 to give myself room for thick socks. They arrived with 8.5 stamped on the bottom, which freaked me out a bit but duh...it’s the Aussie size. They fit perfectly. They came in a branded box complete with warranty card (so they are authentic) and they did come with the removable footbed. With the included footbed removed, I have enough room to swap in a sheepskin insole for winter, and still wear socks.For reference, I’m a US size 11, women’s, and I have gnarly old foodservice worker feet with bunions. I am an apprentice embalmer and on my feet for many hours a day, in a lab and prep room on hard tile and concrete floors, dealing with slippery stuff and messes, and bought these boots for work/everyday wear on the recommendation of several chefs I know who swear by them for wet floors and standing. Right out of the box they were more comfortable than my sneakers. I have not tried them at work yet, because Covid-19, but they seemed to do just fine on wet tile in my kitchen. I will treat them with a waterproofing agent because for obvious reasons being able to hose them off is a necessity for me.So far they’re great. Plenty of room so my toes don’t get crowded and go numb, and were very comfortable on a short day hike. Surprisingly light, too, and the leather is soft but thick and the finish is kind of matte and nice looking. Not shiny and plastic-y like some reviewers described.I’m very pleased so far. Glad I took the chance.I bought my first pair of blunnies years ago at a brick and mortar shop in the states, after trying on pair after pair in multiple styles the salesman clued me in. Do the conversion from Australian to U.S., then make a further allowance for width. Blundstone doesn't produce widths but the width increases with size. In fact as informed by the salesman many manufacturers of these paddock style boots the half size is the increased width of the whole size. Whew! It's confusing but once you get the gist of it.....No biggie. If you have a normal to slender foot, you're golden. If you have a sasquatch foot like mine (13EE) You've got a teensy bit of math homework to do. That being said, these boots did fit as expected, after I did the appropriate math.Secondly; that first pair had worn like iron with broken in comfort right out of the box. You'll find lots of reviews regarding the outsole crumbling. I'm going to echo that sentiment. My second pair did exactly that, at about a year out. This kept me from buying a third pair. Until now. I've missed blunnies. The pull on ease of use. The cushy comfort. Blunnies will work with nearly any outfit. Suits to shorts. I bought a pair having read fewer negative reviews lately. That and I've found cobblers online that replace insoles on these boots.Who buys and wears blundstone? Everyone can wear them. Durable, comfortable, low maintenance, slip off quick for the line at airport security, lightweight, good looking and now resolable. A pair of blunnies and a pair of flip flops and your kind of set for anything short of mountaineering or full formal dress.UPDATE : Nearly a year of wear and no problems. They remain sturdy and comfortable even though they've been worn daily since purchase.UPDATE 2Two years, one month and a day after buying and I've worn these boots in all conditions, year round. Commuting by bicycle through sweltering summer heat and blistering winter freeze, hiking in the foothills carrying a pack and a toddler, cutting and processing cord after cord of firewood in feet of snow. They wear scars from arduous outdoor and indoor labor. Miles and miles walked on pavement, dirt, rock and endless hour on the concrete floor at work I've never cleaned, waxed or polished them. They are worn but not worse for wear. While I have secured boots for working outdoors these boots still carry me through every other situation and other than lazy days spent on flip flops these are the only other shoe I wear with regularity. Daily. Very happy with this purchase.I read everything that was available about sizing these boots and had no real idea what to do. So I bought my usual size 8.5. They are perfect with some explanation. I have a moderately wide foot and the toe box is perfect for both width and volume. The length is just right and the sole is flexible. Wearing a relatively thin sock while breaking them in. I have a high instep and a medium/low arch. Added a thin superfeet orthotic as the removable ones that came with it does not have much arch support. Used my favorite leather stretching techniques to ease the tight instep. This is normal for my feet and these boots accommodated the changes in the best way. What I now have, in a very few days, is a boot that has molded to and feels like it was made for my feet. I can literally walk in them all day and not feel them. They are still a bit of a pull to get on and off, but they are secure when walking and have not given me a single rub or hot spot. The interior, while unlined, is smooth and very well done.. They look great. A little polish can give them a dressy sort of shine, if you need one. I think I am in love.Took at bit of a punt on these being the right size & fit as all my previous Blundstones were purchased in Canada at the Blundstone store.Anyway, they fit great, as usual a little tight across the top but a few days wear & they're getting comfortable.The sole doesn't seem as robust as my existing boots but I did buy them about 5 years ago so they may have changed...!I wear my boots nearly every day & they last so well & are comfortable, glad to have found these as the nearest store is a very long way away.A decent price, would buy again.Blundstone boots, for me, are extremely comfy. Like armoured slippers. I have worn them for years after a disappointing Dr Maarten purchase. Only downside is a slight reduction in 'quality hence the 4 stars rating. Please bring production back to Australia/Tasmania otherwise I may try Redbacks when my steelie Blunnies need replacementBlundstones are really great boots but these black ones don't look like the images on the amazon page. The white seams are much more prominent in real life, and for me personally they ruin the plain black look.Very comfortable & well made.Great fit.Look great with everything and anything you wear looks cool with them on.The overall design structure makes one stand tall & proud, they kind of refine your posture and make you feel great.Perfect for everyday London life and are ideal for both town and country.I also drenched them in dubbin and so are perfect for mud larking along the Thames, the muck rinses off easily leaving no trace.Practical and stylish in my opinion.Arrivati in un giorno...Incredibile è perfetta la spedizione.Gli stivali ottimi, ho ordinato un numero 41 che è lo stesso numero che uso per le sneakers e va perfetto, anzi anche più comode.