So, a bit of change of subject here. I pretty much wear the same boots to work every day and I wear them out usually in 6 to 8 months when the sole separates from the boot. The boots generally cost me anywhere from 80 to 150 bucks depending on what I get and if they are on sale or not.
Anyway, after doing a ton of research, I bit the bullet and bought some Redwing Iron Rangers. They are not cheap, but I am hoping they will last me years. If they last me three to four years even if I have to have them re-soled, I will be money ahead. Some folks say they last them 10 to 20 years or more with proper care and maintenance.
Anyone have any experience with the Redwing heritage line or similar leather hand stitched boots?