these be my second pair of Rainbows . I wear completely through the sole of my first pair . -lrb- after about 5 year of pretty heavy use -rrb- so , I purchase the exact same pair . a couple of thing to know about Rainbows ... the longer you keep they \/ wear they , the better they fit . also , there be absolutely a break-in period . they may destroy you foot the first couple of time you wear they ! but , hang in there ... it be worth those blister ! also , even though they be leather , I have get mine muddy , soak wet , etc. . . and they clean up great and survive the abuse .