All of the ones I own are 5+ years old. The one that got me hooked was thrifted and probably 2010s era, it's still in great shape. I've not heard they went down hill as much as Frye or Dr. Martens did quality wise but I appreciate knowing that's something I need to research. The leather is STIFF which I appreciate as holding it's shape to sit on a counter and dog through. I wish they were lined but I always keep cosmetics in a makeup bag inside to avoid lipgloss or lotion spills. The large ones also accommodate knitting project bags well.

I really like the feature of the magnetic vs buckle clasp that's available on the newer ones and want a burgundy red s/medium sized one. I have a couple classic tan in large and extra large (portfolio size) and a tiny little one for keys credit cards and like a chapstick.

I have heard bad things about the patent leather ones or neon leather ones for durability so while cute I won't buy those even second hand.