Within about two hours of on-the-job wear, these boots felt like "my boots"--comfy and broken in. I work in water all day and there's no hint of wet feet. Also, I work 10-12 hours on my feet and I don't get sore feet or back fatigue. (At least not from the boots!)  I purchased these based on others' reviews and because I liked their look. Definitely worth the money--hopefully they'll last a long while too. If that's the case, then I believe I've found the perfect work boot. Highly recommended-- (they're true to size too--my husband has a difficult time finding boots because they vary so much in size, I ordered the size I wear in these and they're a perfect fit.)