If you work in the Fire/EMS field then you know how important comfortable and durable footwear is, at times spending 12-16+ hours in boots. These boots are AWESOME!!! They're light, have great support, they breath extremely well and are waterproof, and I had zero break in time out of the box. Perfect for washing trucks, floors, and running EMS calls in but also quick to take off to switch into bunker gear or slip off and put on slides/crocs/other station foot wear that hasn't been in nasty houses. The slip on style is way better than having to zip up your boots or worry about a zipper breaking. Its nice having a boot that combines the adjustments of a traditional lace up boot, with the quick donning/doffing ability of a slip on, Chelsea style Station boot (5.11, Red Back, etc). The polishable toe is a nice touch for anyone who's agencies uniform requires it and they shine up well. Very satisfied after a few dozen 24 hour shifts in these. I've been a fan of Original SWAT/Altema boots and shoes, they make great products and their customer support is always there to help.