I feel it is only fair that I warn other potential purchasers of these boots. The pair I purchased lasted less than 60 days before a lace hook came off rendering the Boots unwearable... Had I been abusive or unduly rough on them it would be a different story, but quite frankly I hadn't worn them more than 10 times before the lace hook came off under very normal use. I just arranged with Amazon to return them and I've purchased another brand and style.