Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

Let me preface this by saying how mad I am at myself for waiting this long to write a review for these boots. They're absolutely fantastic. I bought my first pair from this company back in 2015 and have worn them practically everyday since. I loved them so much that I bought the burgundy pair as well. As with all Dr Marten boots, there's a steep "break in" curve of comfort. And honestly, I really didn't notice how well they ended up form-fitting to my feet until I had to start breaking the burgundy pair in. The pain and inevitable calluses are worth it! Sizing is pretty standard of all docs - I'm normally anywhere from a size US 7 1/2 - 8 1/2, bought the UK 6, and have room to spare for thick fuzzy socks in the winter. I have plenty of other styles of Dr. Martens - but the platforms are the reason I got these in particular. (every millimeter counts when you're only 5'2) I've read a few comments and questions about the weight of the boots - they ARE heavier than "normal", as I've had plenty of people remark after trying them on - but give it a few days and you won't even notice the weight. If anything, "normal" shoes will feel too light after wearing these full time. Now for my sad sob story (aka the reason I'm writing this review) - just this past weekend the zipper broke on my black pair. Which really is a testament to how well these boots are made. I know that sounds strange but I got some HEAVY use out of these bad boys. I'm talking hiking, climbing up a mountain (yes, a mountain. In these platform docs. I don't recommend doing this. Buy hiking boots, please learn from my mistakes), commuting several miles on a bike everyday. The zipper lasted two years of me violently beating them up. The rest of the boot is in perfectly good working order so I plan on getting the zipper fixed to save as a backup pair. I decided to buy a new pair because cosmetically - well, they've been through a lot. I've had chemicals spilled on them in class (you're told to not wear open toed shoes in chem lab for a reason), and they're scuffed to hell and back... but honestly don't docs look best when they're a little grungy? The only complaint I have is that the tongue of the left boot is maligned - it twists to the left slightly. This happened with both of my original pairs (I included a pic), but not the newest one that I just bought. But it really isn't that big of a deal, it's only cosmetic. I also wish they offered them in something other than the smooth leather finish, but that's something to take up arms against Dr. Martens for, not the Amazon review board. I totally recommend getting them if you're on the fence! They are worth the investment. Even if you decide to hike up mountains in them (please don't).