The Thorogoods look so nice! But they were just a little outside of my budget this year.

After getting so many helpful and thoughtful replies to this post to guide my search, I ordered a pair of Wolverine 10 inch pull on boots (because that’s the style he likes). I plan to keep an eye on the wear and tear on the new boots after winter break once he starts his second semester.

With any luck, by next Christmas I may be able to save enough for a pair of Thorogoods. I really like that they’re a domestic product with what seems to be a great reputation and a solid following of skilled tradesmen and professionals that stand by the product.

That’s exactly what I was looking for when I posted here. I came for the recommend and got so much more—invaluable knowledge in work boots that are worth a damn to actual workers.