The boots are comfortable out of the box. I have been wearing these boots for 10 years. My first pair lasted 4 years the others not so long. I keep a new pair on the shelf. My two year olds have a wear spot on the heal of the sole. I think it's from my foot placement in my work van. I use an older pair for demo jobs and scout trips. I haven't tried a different manufacture yet.
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