I was able to get a full two years out of this boot.  Now, at about 6 months they start to develop cracks around the ankles and at 7 months they leak in ankle deep water.  I wear rubber boots in the fields every day, 365 days a year.  in the summer, I take them off after the dew is off the grass, and I wear them any time I'm outside working the cattle or such.  So I need a boot that will last.  But regretfully, this isn't the boot I'm after.  They raised the price, and used cheaper materials i suppose.  I'd be willing to pay more for a better boot.  But where can we find a USA made rubber ankle fit boot today?  I'm very disappointed.

Edit:  Bought another pair in Jan 2016.  I just like the ankle fit too much.  These developed a crack on the side of the boot above the toes here in Oct.  So, almost 10 months before they failed.  But I did not actually start wearing them until March.  So, what are we to do?  These are still better than most but not as good as they were before production moved overseas......:(

I suggest a tube of Shoo Goo with each pair.