I've had two pair now and "Count" pretty much hits it. The only think I'll add is care. I never found them to be much different than other hides except you naturally want to be careful with the scales - especially when you pull the boots off you don't want to pull opposite grain and damage and or ruffle the scales. Always be mindful when you are wearing them that the opposite grain factor exists as well.
As far as conditioner I use Angelus Reptile...
I actually use it on everything because it's so light and transparent in use. I've drenched things at times and it never even began to leave any sort of stain.
Good luck.