I bought these for yard work and chain sawing. So far they are perfect for both. Our yard is wet and we have a lot of poison ivy. The boots allow me to go anywhere and not worry about either obstacle. The fact that they a slip-on makes them very convenient going in and out of the house. I have only had them about a month but the rubber seems tough and the steel toe provides some protection while brush cutting and chain sawing. They fit well and I can even where them without socks when it is more convenient. I haven't noticed any bad smells yet!