If it's been a few years since you've bought a pair of Wolverines be prepared for a huge reduction in quality. I have no confidence in the durability of these boots and will be returning them. I'm assuming they started making them in China because it's cheaper. Why isn't it reflected in the price? Also, there's more room side to side in the toe area than the made in America version. The leather is also of cheaper quality. The stitching is of cheaper quality and even cuts are of sub par techniques. There is nothing "Wolverine" about these boots. There is nothing better about these boot than any other brand. I have worn Wolverines for the last 20 years and the same model for the last 10. I won't be wearing them ever again.