Cat Footwear Men's Second Shift Steel Toe Work Boot - Durable Safety Shoes for Construction, Warehouse & Outdoor Work | Slip Resistant & Comfortable Work Boots for Men

These are my go-to for steel toe work boots. I have been wearing Caterpillar 2nd shift boots for 25+ years.In a heavy construction 60-80 hr a week environment I get 2-3 years use out of them. in normal environment 40 hr a week job weekend warrior / camping I get 4-5 years use.I normally use a 2 week break-in routine for these.Week 1 only ware at home for 4 hours a dayWeek 2 only ware at home for 8 or more hours a dayThey are reasonably water proof if you keep up on polish or silicone spray.The Goodyear welt and rubber sole is very durable its thick rubber similar to a car tire not the super soft foam rubber that many other brands have. It does lack a rubber toe over molding but that can be remedied with toe protectant / boot goop. Unless you are working in gravel or steel grating environments on your knees the leather should last the life of the boot without adding to the toe.I have tried other more expensive brands but found them no more comfortable after break in period and they didn't last any longer than this brand does.