Ariat Men's RigTek Oiled Brown Wide Square Composite Toe Lace Up Work Boot

I have used this boot for going on two years now. The laces will wear out where they pull through the eyes of the boot. The soles have good traction when on metal and oil foesnt seem to affect the grip much if any. I have exposed this boot to waste oil, hydraulic fluid, diesel, parts solvent, coolant and just about anything that could come in contact in a equipment repair shop. The leather holds up well and the boots are lightweight. They breathe easily and don't hold moisture i have worked through the toe on one of the caps exposing the composite material. They provide good ankle support when needed but dont restrict range of motion. Stop thinking about it and just buy them already you won't regret them a bit.

I have worn these boots every day, ten hours a day, for just shy of two years. I've gone through a couple of pairs of laces, and a portion of the leather on the left boot has worn away, exposing the composite cap. That little scuff is about the size of a dime. I work in a corrugated container company as a machine operator. My job is dirty, and I'm constantly spraying these boots with water or printing ink, climbing on machines, crawling in tight spaces, kicking things with my boot, etc. It's not a job where clothing lasts, but this pair has managed to survive this far. Break in was a genuinely miserable experience, and I nearly regretted purchasing these shoes. Once broken in, however, they have been an absolute dream and I couldn't ask for anything better for the price point.