These boots hold up to the grease, oil and cement slurry that he's in 5 days a week. When I say hold up usually we get 7 months to a year out of 1 pair. I keep two pairs on hand just to extend their life and because it's better for his feet. As a diabetic those feet are important!Great bootThis is a very comfortable boot and has served me well during the last year. Nice, comfortable insoles. I work as an automotive technician so I am on my feet all day and work in ice and snow conditions. These boots keep my feet warm and comfortable, and also keep them dry. I have high arches so a lot of boots are uncomfortable. These boots work well for people with high arches like mine.Would be 5 stars but each shoe was a little different shade to them. The fit of the shoe was great. I also didn't like the laces it comes with. They don't stay ties very well. Overall I would buy again. Just hope they are the same color next time.My husband loves these boots.. as soon as he started wearing them his feet and his legs felt better..NiceMy favorite work boot. You can't get a better boot for this price point. Better then my 300 dollar red wingsI brought the shoe for my son's they like the shoe's alot . If there happy so am I.very comfortable boots