I typically go through a pair of Nike in 5-6 months. I wear them to work, home, garden, mowing the lawn, etc. My wife gave me a pair of these for Christmas and I am just not replacing them 8 months later. These are the most durable, comfortable, and good-looking shoes I have ever owned. The dark color hides the scuffs and scratches well, so they look great even when wearing out. These would have held up even longer had I not gotten them wet several times. I think that's what finally did these in. So, I am ordering a new pair today.