These give you a special mojo that won't come from other boot brands.
The look - leather is not quite shiny/ smooth top grain, but not quite suede. They're not fuzzy by any means, but also not entirely smooth. The shape and style perfectly hold the line between s**tkicker and formal to truly be the all occasions boot. Granted - I wouldn't trash these with hard work.
The feel - for an all leather boot, these break in quickly and easily. I wear EE - though I find the toe box a tad narrow for my preference, I would not call it tight. These are certainly all day capable. I don't generally use the inserts provided - I feel they squeeze my feet a little too much. The leather soles are very comfortable after break in.
The cost - no way around it, these are expensive. They are absolutely worth every penny. If you want a product that is THE spirit of Origin, this is it.