I returned these boots so I can't comment on their durability, but the construction seems good overall.  My problems with the boot is the fit and feel. Although the size was correct for my foot, the top of the boot rubbed at the top of my instep. I could actually feel the stitched leather rubbing on the top of my foot.  The feel of the boot was very unnatural.  Because the heal and sole are a continuous, flat last, the boot feels wierd when walking, kind of stiff and flat footed.  Needless to say, I was very disappointed after reading other reviews.