always loved CAT, all other brands like wolverine, timberland, Dr. Martins are great, but I just love CAT for it's design and quality. most CAT shoes run big a little, I wear size 9 mostly but need to order US8.5 if it's a pair of CAT. This pair is not as "heavy duty" as other CAT boots I own, it's much lighter and easier to break in. Satisfied.