When I bought these boots I had them fitted correctly, I wore them round the house for a few hours to get used to them, then I did a five+ mile walk on three consecutive days, we hit rain snow and mud, so they got a bit of a beating, and what a boot,so comfy, no blisters, my feet stayed warm and dry, really pleased with them, I would say that they were made to last, a brilliant boot, would definately recommend, well, actually I have, and two of my friends have purchased them and are really pleased, better than buying cheap ones every couple of months, I don't feel as though I have waisted my money this time.