When I got a new job as a truck driver working in the oil industry,  I needed steel toes and I knew right where to look. Ive got 3 non steel boots from ARIAT and even though these were $170, I know you can't put a price on comfort. They started out kinda tight but within 20 hrs I could go back to white cotton socks. These are leather foot with a handsome upper. Their almost too nice to wear for work but I know how to keep em treated so no worries. Keep the leather treated and they'll last a long time. I highly recommend them .