We bought these boots in January and need to determine: for very deep sub-zero temperatures it is not suitable, but wonderful for milder and especially muddy days. The build quality is good, the shoe has not smelled unpleasant, the fit is super. Who still wants to wear thick socks or the warming Einziehsocken fact should prefer to order one size larger. All in all this is a great value for money, we recommend this Steifel further definitely !!!