Purchased skates at PureHockey for 9.00 in September 2014. I recently purchased a new pair MX3 in a smaller size in January 2015. These skates are in great condition! There is a little wear on the tongue due to my preference in the type of knee pads. This skate is worth every dollar, absolutely the best pair I ever had. Selling them for $ 435.00, they are a lifetime skate.