I wanted to finally rubber boots that do not immediately her of every stone or branch are pierced, so I invested in these 120 (!!!) expensive parts. Now, after only 2.5 months I was able this morning off the first wet Sock! And no, I'm not wearing these boots on a bed of nails, but only go every day with my dogs for a walk and miste from my horse run! My previous, far more favorable wellies, at least held a season!