These shoes are really boots. They are good in the snow, rain, etc. They are very comfortable.

They would be perfect if they were my last pair of Rockports. The previous pair had softer leather, were waterproof-(Hydro-Shield), and claimed to be powered by XCS and DMX. The upper was black black leather, and they had a two-tone sole-(Black and tan). They were more like "walking shoes" than boots, but they passed for dress shoes at the office. They survived 4 years of daily and abusive use. The upper finally started separating from the sole. I gave them a funeral service.-(Never did that for any other shoe)

These new ones have a solid black sole. They also have a stiffer sole and upper. They are great shoes, and I hope they will last as long as the previous pair, however I would be very happy to re-purchase the old version.-(If I could find them).