I just received my boots yesterday and all I can say is "WOW." This is my 4th pair of Dan Post boots but my first pair of ostrich. I own 2 pairs of the Denver caimans and 1 pair of the Franklins, all are very comfortable and fit just right. When I opened the package everything was packaged nicely. As soon as I opened the box the sweet aroma of leather filled the air, the boots are beautiful and the workmanship is superb. The leather is soft and supple and the color is awesome. As I pulled on my new pimp as hell boots, it was like the boots hugged my feet like long lost friends finally reunited. The boots are great and feel like they are already broken in. These are going to be my new favorite boots when going out 2 steppin or for Sunday mornings when I sit on my porch and have a cup of coffee and read the paper. If you have a chance to buy a pair, Do it! You won't be disappointed. Cheers!