I bought the Hoser Classic™ Mid-height Muck Boots when they first came out in the U.S several years ago.
Still wearing them every day for walking the dog when it's wet and or cold.
Can't seem to wear them out!
And nothing is more comfortable.
I do have doubts how well they would hold up in stobs and cut brush and thorns though.
The tops remind me of a heavy duty neoprene wet suit, on mine at least.
PS: For deeper water, snow, and heavy brush & thorns, I get out the Lacrosse Burley insulated knee-highs!
These are very comforatble all-day boots too, and will handle anything you can dish out for a very long time!
Best if you can try them in person for fit, as they have an ankle hugging design to prevent slippage on the heel, and are maybe sized a little tighter then normal boots.
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/t...10203&cm_ite=0006631820632a&_requestid=124299
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