Just received these to replace two pair of Red Wing boots that the soles were falling off (glued on soles).  These are work boots.  They have the Vibram stitched soles which I prefer. For work boots the leather and soles are just right. With a too soft a sole you feel everything you step on. These look like they are made to last. Glad I tried Thorogood, compared to other work boots these feel like slippers. Thank-you Amazon, for selling the good stuff.