I've had my previous western boots (durangos) for 4 years and it was time for a new pair. I wore these boots to work right when I got them, (continuous standing for 5 hours) and my feet felt fine! I was expecting my feet to hurt horribly bad, especially since they weren't broke in. Love everything about the boot, and I love that they are square toe! There are also inserts in which that come in the boots, which offer a little bit of cushion so that also helps. Bottom line I would buy these for the rest of my life.