Sturdy & rigid for sure.
A+, very tough boots.
Russell Moccasin is not kidding, they are VERY sturdy and VERY rigid. That is good for walking on rocky terrain in my opinion.
Russell worked w/me to make them fit; I have very hard feet to fit. Kudos for them for that. Have used them for shoveling snow, had no issues w/waterproofing. Note: I do wash them thoroughly w/saddle soap and triple seal them with Obenauf's every spring.
I've had them for six years now, they did stretch a bit, have to wear two pairs of really thick socks to fit now, but that's okay as I wear them exclusively in cold weather.
