This is my second pair from Blundstone, and they never fail you. The collaboration with Filson makes it even better. The oiled and waxed nubuck leather is way thicker, and an upgrade as well as the leather pull tabs. It's a bit heavy though yet still comfortable. Loving the grippy new outsole design in Avalon® Gecko TPU, and the exclusive cushion insoles that were included. No break in needed, just wear and go.