These are the most comfortable boots I've wore. From day one they are comfortable. This is the second pair I've owned. Last pair I used for more mechanical/industrial work and they lasted about 2 years. Now I'm working residential construction and we'll see how they hold up. So far, about 4 months on the job, seem to be holding up well. Draw back - they're heavy. But show me a boot with all these safety features, using a steel toe, just as comfortable, and I might convert. Until then, I'll buy another pair of these when the current ones wear out.