You can buy distressed, but you cannot buy this kind of distressed. Frye Veronica Combat Boots, black leather, size 7B. Authentic distressed finish, not the stamped-on kind. The leather shows real patina from real wear, which is exactly what gives Frye boots their attitude. Toe scuffs, creasing, and edge wear all look intentional and well-balanced. Soles solid. Interior clean. Hardware strong. This is the pair people try to distress themselves and never get right. Price set with taste.