I'm a bit of a snob regarding boots and shoes. This is my first pair of Frye boots, but will not be my last. I was impressed with them as soon as I opened the box. They look and feel like much more expensive boots—in fact, they are of higher quality than some that I've had that were over twice the cost. The leather is great; a little thicker than I expected (a good thing), it looks as soft, supple, and flexible as it is. Many of the competitors' classic-style, semi-work, semi-dress boots are either too clunky (e.g., Red Wing's Iron Ranger) or too dressy (e.g., Thursday's Captain). These thread the needle just right. Break-in time was relatively short—for me it just took a couple of full days of wearing them to the office to do it, and I never got a blister or hot spot. My feet fall right in the middle of sizes 9 and 9.5. I got a 9 in the Frye Seth Cap Toe and wear thin socks. The shoes stretched a little with wear making them mold to my feet like custom-made boots. Then I didn't want to take them off. They don't rub anywhere or have any weird sole issues. I have had to use heel pads on some expensive shoes/boots before, but not these—the built-in cushion and rubber heel combine to make these shoes even feel good for brief running spurts to get out of the rain, and the grippy soles give confidence. Please know that I very rarely give reviews, and even more rarely do I give one that is so glowing. But for the past week, while wearing my Fryes, the thought has gone through my mind many times of how impressed I am with these boots, so I determined to review them before I was even asked by Amazon to do so. I was also going to review them on Frye's website, but it seems as if they are no longer offering them! Too bad. Makes me want to get another pair for when these are hard to find (although I bet I'll be able to resole these if they ever wear out)! Great, great, boots.I have quite a few pairs of quality casual boots. All I paid a couple hundred dollars for so I’ve had my fair share of comfort ranges as well as ranges of overall quality. These break in fast. Minimal space for additional insole but I found no need for one. Stitched sole all through the upper and under area. The burnished look in the toes goes well with black jeans or light outfits. I couldn’t find a single reference photo from a customer who purchased this color so hopefully the pics help get an idea of the actual shades. True to the og picture. Very rich color in person. They just look expensive on your feet period. I’d say go for it!The break-in process was very tight at first, but these boots got very soft and comfortable, very quickly. The leather and look is absolutely beautiful. These have that smell of high quality leather, and after breaking in really mold to the shape of your feet. Nice boots.But why not 5 stars? The eyelets are a bit rough, and the sole is heavy. I wear many different pairs / types / styles / brands of boots, and these two aspects of this boot are a bit subpar for this price level. With such nice leather, it is a slight disappointment.All things considered, if I went back in a time machine I would buy these again. Highly recommended.Brown is actually brown. In the picture the brown looks more like a nice burgundy. I read others' comments about the laces being annoying but I wasn't sure what they meant, and yes they are annoying. I'm not sure if the eyelets are to small, but they are just tight fitting to pull them secure. It's not impossible to lace they boot, it's just tighter than any other boot I own. Overall, this boot has a pretty basic design. I own several Frye boots, but for the price and business casual look, then I'll probably be using these as my daily boots. I look forward to wearing them more.The boots look great and fit great. My only disappointment and I know that it does not take away from the quality of the boots, is the color, I wanted it to be a little be more on the redder side. But the quality erased that concern immediately.Ordered these in my regular size a 10D. The fit is great. I'm a true size 10 D. Width & length is just right. No painful break in period. The quality of the leather, sole and overall construction of this boot Is excellent! Waxed laces look great & will last longer. Thought the quality of these boots would be good but it is better than I expected. They do have to be about half way unlaced to get them on which is kind of a pain but it's getting easier to put them on as they break in & the leather stretches. Even with that they are worth it. Excellent with jeans or slacks. I give them 5 stars for comfort, quality, fit & great looks.I ordered these at a bargain price. Arrived today. Smell lovely and beautiful appearance. Problem is getting them on is damn near impossible. I suppose this might be a problem with my feet. Nonetheless, by the time I finally did get one on it was like I was a kid in his dad's shoes. Other reviews had complained of these running small, so I listened and tried ordering a 1/2 size up. Wrong! There was a solid 2 inches from my big toe to the tip of the shoe. I'm guessing what I need is a 1/2 size DOWN or maybe even 1 full size!I am returning the product. I wish I could have these boots, but sadly there are no (bargain) options right now for the size I need in brown.Note: Another reviewer complained of threading where the tongue attaches to the show. I stuck my hand in there to feel around and I couldn't find the threading they were talking about. So that seems like a non issue to me.Love this boot absolutely love. First time buying boots online and I usually wear 9 1/2 in regular shoes and I went down a half size and got the 9’s and the toe box was just a bit too big for me, but rest of boot fits comfortable and securely. Highly recommend. P.S. be mindful bout your foots width. 9.5/10!I received a pair of frye boots with loose grain on the side panelsIts whatever - these things dont matter to me, but it might for othersThe boot was much darker than expected. The image shows a beige boot but the one I received was almost brown. Also, it had stains on leather, the sole was badly glued on the boot, and it had small holes on the heel.Amazing quality. Perfect fit. Very comfortable from day one.