Georgia Boot Men's Steel Toe Chocolate Steel Waterproof Logger Boots, 8 in.

The bad: There was no way I could punish myself into trying to wear them, the steel toe caps are way too pointy, crushed my toes together. The return process was easy, but took about 11 days to get my refund. The uppers around ankles & calves was also crazy loose, the felt and look like wearing loose leather leg warmers over top leather shoes. The lace hardware also seemed kind of tiny, they don't inspire confidence. Overall fit was fairly loose (except toes!), especially around the ankle/calf, but there was also a lot of heel slip. I test wore them with my normal work socks, and my normal work insoles from another pair of boots. The good: I caught them on spring sale, and they would have been a great value if they fit better. An excellent looking "Vibram" style lugged sole. Full welted construction that would be easily resoled anywhere. Good looking synthetic "waterproof" liner, if you're into that sort of thing.

I bought these boots 10 months ago. I have been very rough with them as I was a semi truck tire tech for a while and now I work running underground fiber optic cable. These boots are very comfortable after the break in period (about a month or so) and especially if you change the insoles. The steel toe is visible now, but I'll admit I don't take care of them well. I'm changing the laces now. They're still fully waterproof and they hold up well on oily surfaces. I like them.

I still use mine, same model as these that I bought in 2003. I've re-soled them twice now. Yes, they are beat up, but that's what they're for.

Perfect fit and wonderful boots!