Such a relief to have some things you can just rely on. Had the previous pair for over 10 years (re-soled them twice during that time) - and still can't bring myself to throw them out (they've been through so much with me!). The new pair I am still wearing in, but they are going to be with me for the duration I would say. Do yourself a favour - if you can find a pair of CAT boots you like the look of, that fit great, then just buy them and be done with it. You'll thank me.