Ive put these boots thru the ringer...mud, water, lawns, asphalt...ive set a couple heavy objects directly on the steel-toe..that i was trying to move out of the way for someone. . the steel toe didnt faulter, flex, or anything. Im used to wearing Caterpiller steel tow boots, and let me just say, switching to these - is like giving my feet a vacation. WAYYY lighter in weight, feel like sneakers kinda, feet can breath a lil bit better, but are water proof..to a point. Anything above the tongue isnt, Lol. So people who say these are heavy...have zero experience with other steel toe boots. Only gripe...is the tread wears down a bit too fast. And the glue for the souls is holding!! Ive had these for a few months now. Im thinkin ima try another pair. :)