Update 01/14: Well, wouldn't you know it. The last two pairs I'd bought, both developed problems after a year and a half. Specifically, both right boots had the sewing on the rear upper heel fail. One pair after twelve months, and the other after circa 18 months. I have no idea why manufacturer's initially put out a good product, and then let the quality decline, but it seems to happen frequently. I wouldn't recommend these boots anymore. The price has also increased from just around 100 bucks to around 150 bucks. Fifty percent in three years? I'll be giving the "Smith & Wesson Men's Tracker Work Boot" a try.

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Bought a pair six year ago.  Wore them daily, and some one weekends.  Wore them out in three years. That is excellent for the HD use I put them through.  After I wore them out, I bought two pairs, which I now alternate.

The previous reviewer is correct, they are not hot weather boots, although you can wear them.  My climate is such that the temps hardly ever get above 75 and even those days are rare, so I wear these boots the year round.  This is the only negative aspect of the boots that I've discovered.

The boots themselves are comfortable from day one. There is no break-in period, although they do become even more comfortable over time.  No blisters, raw spots, pain or discomfort of any kind.

The boots are also extremely waterproof, even as they age.  I use them daily around, and in, water.  Puddles, or creeks, as long they're below the top of the boots are no problem.  The boots stay consistently dry, even as they age.

Ankles and shin are well protected and well cushioned.  And, the boots can be laced securely enough to provide support to the ankles while still not being too tight.

The tread on the soles is not pronounced so they shed mud and debris easily.  A very nice feature in a waterproof boot.

Personally, I do zero maintenance on the boots, preferring to buy new when they wear out.  When the boots of this type, the glued sole type, wear out, they usually do where the leather meets the sole, as there is a sharp edge there.  Keeping the leather soft and supple would no doubt prolong the life span of the boot beyond the three years of HD use I expect from them.

Value is excellent for these boots.  One frequently reads about getting more than one paid for, and in the case of these boots I happen to believe that it's true.  I have actually paid 70% more for boots three times and I still prefer the Lacrosse Quads.

I should mention that I prefer glued sole boots because they have a lower and smaller base, and they tend to be more comfortable.  A lower boot is safer as you're not as likely to trip in them, since there's less there for the boot to catch on.  If you should twist your ankle you're less likely to get a severe sprain, or even a break, as the boot doesn't have to bend over that extra sole sticking out from the side of the boot.

I love these boots.  Waterproof, comfortable, durable.  They don't have many reviews here, but do elsewhere, and those reviews are quite positive as well.