Ive been wearing the 6" version of this boot since the early 90's. I just ordered my 4th pair. I keep going back to these. Ive bought Danner, Thursday, Redwing, e.t.c. but keep going back for the comfort. Im not hard on boots but I haven't had any durability problems either. They just Ugly out . One did start leaking, but the other two are still going.. I still have the pair I bought 30+ years ago...Love the boot!