I've worn a pair of (Made in China) Dunham Ruggards for about 5 years and they are starting to wear out. The 8000's are similar construction,
the sole tread isn't quite as pronounced though. I wore the old pair every day winter snow and summer heat and opera (matinee) to
walking around Europe. So far I'm pleased with the quality and the fit, I did swap the first pair of 8000's for
a larger size and next step up in width, to allow a bit more room for wearing thicker socks, which cost me $5 to return. Not bad considering the price was good
-free shipping both ways is fine as long as you don't pay a premium price.
The main things I like about Dunham's are the price, quality, fit, as well as the choice of larger sizes. They look good as well.
Too early to say how these will wear with time and how waterproof they are (the Ruggards were fine in the wet).