Hello everyone, I just bought my first real pair(s) of boot(s) and would like some input.  I got two Captains in Brandy, one in 8 and the other in 7.5 (regularly a 8.5 in sneakers).  I got the full size down because as it’s my first pair of boots I wasn’t sure what to actually expect once physically worn.  I’ve worn them indoors for about an hour, going up and down some stairs, sitting at my desk, etc.

The 7.5s are a redder hue, more snug fit, with some slight pressure on the top of only my left foot, and seem to be actually new.

The 8s are roomier, a more tannish hue, and seem to have been worn (or I suspect at least tested) because the leather at the entrance is less stiff and the outsoles seem duller?

I’ve attached some pics.  With the first half being the 7.5 pair and the second half being the 8 pair.  They creased differently as well while testing them out, not sure how indicative that is on proper sizing.  

I like the reddish hue of the 7.5, but the 8 pair is probably the proper fitting but I can’t shake the feeling they were probably used and not new as listed on Amazon but maybe I’m just crazy.  And the differences can be chalked up to the handcrafted aspect. Will the 7.5 stretch with use to no longer be as snug and alleviate the pressure point on top?  Am I being paranoid about the 8s color and usage?  I got them on amazon and can return them both to get a 3rd Goldilocks pair, but I’d hate to be that guy so I’ll just return one of these two. 

Bought my first pair, would like some input from anyone.