Buckle broke first time I put these on
340854
The material used for these is good, the protection they provide is good, the sizing is good, however the craftsmanship is questionable.
The first time using these the buckle came right off. I put my kidney belt over the waist and used them that day, I did not bring a spare set.
Since Amazon shipped these I contacted them for an exchange. Why not give them another chance right? Well Amazon said they can only refund my money they cannot exchange them. If I wanted another pair I had to order another pair. I can spend about $5 and get them fixed which I will do.
This to me is a very bad policy on Amazons part. Exchanging an item is a win / win for them. No money exchanged and they have to deal with the return and replacement anyway so it makes no sense to not have an exchange policy for this. Unless they are just hoping people will keep the faulty products like I am. Hmmm maybe I should rethink this.
ANYWAY
Be careful with these as the workmanship is not very good. If you do get a pair check the buckles and seams very well.
This is not the dealers fault, not Amazons fault(their exchange policy sucks), it is the mfg. fault so even if I don't buy this brand again I will still buy from this dealer.

** Update - 11/14/2012
There are foam pads that velcro in for hip protection. These are removed prior to washing. The velcro is a 1/2" x 1" strip. The foam has ripped around where the velcro attaches to it and it will actually rip all the way off if not fixed. I removed a star for this. Not a very good buy, it won't happen again.
4188028
The Buckle on my shoe Broke the 1st time I wore them....very dissatisfied and disappointed ...I am taking them to  the shoe repairman... Other than that,A Great shoe
462799
Look good but broke after 5 minutes the first time he wore them!  They are for Halloween so now I have to try to tape them!  :-
3505892
I actually have two pairs of these sandals - the first has lasted me years and I love them, but the buckle on the second pair (that I bought from Amazon) broke the first time I wore them.
782303
I like the design but be wary.  The pictures don't really show the rather large logo at the end of the belt that says MEISTER in all caps just like that, it is an eye sore.  Also, this is no joke, the buckle broke in two pieces literally the first time I used it.  Luckily I have other mesh belts with the same kind of buckle that worked just fine.  Belt looks good (minus the giant logo), but I won't buy one from this company again.
2309262
I laced these up for the first time and the top lace grommet (the sewed on loop) ripped right out.

I've ordered a replacement and will update this review if I'm ever able to actually wear them.
3156439
Received these as a Christmas gift for my son, the buckle on one of the shoes broke the first time he tried to wear them so he couldn't even try them out. Have not been able to contact company to take advantage of their supposed 1 year warranty. The companies contact address is not secure, not even sure they received my message or are in business anymore. Very disappointed.
2903318
The guards themselves are great, but the little plastic buckles are junk.  The buckle on the first belt strap broke on the first day (the second time I clipped it, as I was readjusting the fit).  The buckle/clip on the other leg broke when I took it off again.

I tried to call for replacements, but the office was closed.  I went to their email, but their "Data" was used up for the month and they could not receive any more mail.
2132805
They broke the first time I put them on to walk in them. I was in them for 5 minutes and they broke.
4214965
i wore them two times and the buckle got broken, not sure what to do now, i can't return them cause i bought them in march.
1899399
I needed black boots. I bought a pair of Frye boots last year in brown and love them. I knew my next pair would be Frye too. These look as I hoped. I love them. The only problem is that I cant keep these darned buckles snapped! They're not actual functional buckles. They buckle and all, but they snap too to make it easier. The only problem is that they are always coming unsnapped. I always have to stop & snap. I tried superglue. That worked for a little while. Next I'll try something stronger. Grrrrrr
2944719
I loved these sandals  until the part of the buckle that goes into the hole on the strap snapped off an hour before I was due to leave for a trip. I purchased these to wear on that trip and while waiting for my ride to the airport the strap felt loose and came undone, that is when I discovered that the piece had snapped off. I had to scramble to pick another pair of shoes to wear for my trip. I completed the return info on Amazon and explained in the comments what had happened and that I would not be able to ship them back by the required date due to being away. I have had no communication from the seller. I really loved these shoes, the soft footbed was awesome and I would love to exchange them for a pair with a working buckle but I have yet to hear back from the seller about my situation. I would have given these 5 stars if not for the broken buckle, and especially the lack of communication on the part of the seller.
3748161
I bought these after reading some ok reviews and figured I couldn't beat the price. Well what a mistake and I should have known better than to take these on a mountaineering trip. On the first day I zipped one up and the zipper broke off, the 3rd day the other zipper broke. Thankfully there was Velcro to keep them fastened. Also the buckle system used to tighten them around your feet is annoying and comes loose several times a day. Please spend a little more and save yourself the aggravation that I had. I went to REI and got an awesome pair for about $25, well worth the difference.
1330453
I bought these in the store (size 11 in black) where they put in the order for me via phone because they were out of stock. I love that they fit my wide calf and still have room to tuck in pants.  I wore them all over Italy for almost a month without issue, super easy and comfortable to walk in on paved and cobblestone streets.  I must have packed them poorly for the trip home because when I opened my bag I saw the buckle had broken.  I took them to the store where I purchased them and they ordered a replacement pair immediately. I have received a lot of compliments on these and plan to get a lot of mileage out of them!

UPDATE: Buckle broke on my second pair on way home from UK. I didn't even notice until I got off of the plane so I kind of give up on these. I'm sad because I really like them and they are so comfy, but that buckle is impossible to replace ( I went to cobbler, craft store, fabric store etc. and no luck ). Removing a star :(
2761166
My daughter wore the shoes once and they broke. Will be returning.
3195685
Although they look very nice, they are horribly made!  The buckles are plastic and both snapped on one boot on the very first day!!!!  Would not recommend this purchase!!!!!
701478
After only trying them on, the buckle broke and the strap split where the hole buckles.....I am very disappointed, cause I needed them for weekend .....