Bought a Brooks Professional a few years ago after seeing them being made as part of a documentary by a guy building his ideal bike.
Beautifully made, real quality leather.
I knew the first month or so would be breaking it in, so persevered.
After a couple of months I accepted it just needed breaking in a bit more so stuck with it.
After 12 months I was questioning my tactics but it looks so good and I really wanted it to be comfortable so I persevered.
After 24 months it I was still rather firm after a few miles and I had to admit to peddling out of the saddle, something I have never done before.
Last year I had to face reality training for the London to Brighton off-road and the Brooks came off temporarily for a less aesthetic dual density saddle.
I haven’t put it back on….
It seems some people get on great with them, some don’t, and unfortunately you have to spend some money to find out.