I've had my shoes for a year now, but they weren't worn very much. Maybe 20 times.  It developed a tear where the black triangular fabric attaches to the bottom 1/4 of the side of the boot.  It's obvious the fabric wasn't long enough so it popped out of the stitching. Otherwise I would have given this boot a 5.  They are comfortable and a nice mid-weight boot, particularly for the price.  I needed a 15, there aren't many boots that come in that size.  The sizing is pretty accurate.