I wore Clark's Desert Boots all through college 30 years ago.  (We called them engineering boots)  They were great shoes, comfortable and durable.  When I saw these on sale, I thought I would try them again.  These look the same, except smooth leather instead of rough out, but do not seem to be made as well.  Maybe I am just more particular than I used to be, but these have no support, the laces are very thin and fragile, and I do not think they will last.  However, for $75 they are still a good buy and they look great.