These boots are pretty much the best boots I've ever owned. I've tried and own quite a few good other (well known) boot brands, but these Russell Moccasins are by far my favorite to date. I've been wearing them pretty much non stop for a number of weeks now, and they've been outstanding in comfort and wear. Not only great for working in the field, but they've turned out to be excellent hiking boots! I've owned and tried many "hiking" boots and honestly these far excel those made for hiking boots, mind you I've only gone on moderate hikes so far, but so far-so good!