I have owned two pairs of Chippewa boots and I am pleased every time.  These are so sturdy it feels like they will take a lifetime just to wear in.  Forget about wearing these things out, it's impossible.  My other pair of Chippewa boots took New York winters and daily abuse.  They looked new even after 5 years.  I gave them to a friend who does construction as they were steel toe and I wanted something lighter.  And I'm just as happy with these.  But be careful, the break in time is fairly long.  My heels are angry with me right now.  I was too excited to wear these and wore them outside in the cold for over an hour, while walking around.  Not a good idea.  But they were so warm.  My feet were sweating and it was about 20 degrees outside.  Just take it easy until the leather molds to your feet.