I used steel toe red wings before and over 3 years - the soles are almost completely gone, were never waterproof as advertised, nor warm in any way. plus they were never abused other that walking outdoors in the winter and climbing a ladder... to be honest I don't care if I spend over 200 if I can get warm, waterproof, durable soles, safety toe,breathable boots.
I have heard terms like goretex, vibram, lodger, insulated, and so on...
what is the best out there for ballast and railroading in general.
thanks!