After a summer of working as a fishing guide, wearing these almost every day, I can vouch for their durability. I have worn them hard, and they have held up admirably. They were waterproof in the rain. Very comfortable still.
The sole is quite soft, but this is not made for rugged terrain.

My wife and I both have a pair of these shoes, and they are comfortable, very supportive, and required zero break-in time

Even better than the pilgrim DS. ZERO break in tine. Not just great as a quick set of footwear for raids, but wnough support for a 24-48hrs mission with a 45lbs pack.

Great boots! I love simplicity of their products!

Rocket DFS GTX - Women's

I just returned from a 200km walk, with a 8kg backpack. I wore these shoes. I was walking on paths, roads and the sides of roads. I was averaging about 22km a day with my pack. Not a single blister, or hot spot! I will be testing them out this fall in the Mexican mountains and hope they perform as well. Unfortunately they did not stop the torrential rainstorm I walked in, however neither did any of my partners stay dry with their 'waterproof' shoes.

Je suis très impressionnée par la qualité de cette botte qui est fabriquée en cuir à l’intérieur comme à l’extérieur et très confortable.
De plus, pour une botte de marche, elle est très jolie et vraiment pas cher!!!

My boot wish list for a week of intermediate level hiking last year in the Azores: Generous toe box width but heel not too wide. Slightly forward leaning posture for longer flat trails. Lateral and vertical stiffness for volcano climbing treks. Durable (e.g. stands up to abrasive rock). Not too heavy. Waterproof. Some breathability. Loose surface traction.
This boot delivered fully on every criterion. Bonus: they look good.

By far one of the most stylish boots ive ever worn, surprisingly breathable for goretex as well and has a good amount of cushioning as well!

I have difficulty with footwear. There is a long history of shoes and boots that have failed in comfort, or durability, or both. Although I cannot vouch for durability yet, the comfort of these is unsurpassed.
These are a little narrower than the Riserva High I also own. I have not tested their water-resistance, but the Riserva were perfect. These are a very flexible comfortable hiker.
I have ordered another pair for my son and my daughter.

Nice stiff sole and good arch support. Quality construction throughout. Decent traction though mud, ice and rock. Sizing is perfect with room for a sock - just like a boot should be.

Used these boots in cold, warm and wet environments. In technical terrain and in aircrafts. Best all around boots I own and they look good.

Have not had them long, but so far 100% water proof in standing water, and exceptionally comfortable.
Best boot I have owned.

Great fit, works well during winter and wet weather.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

This boots were comfortable from the first time I put them on, no breaking in time at all. I love the leather lining for comfort and breathability, no sweaty, stinky feet as I even get with GorTex linings. I have bunions and often trouble with seams in all the wrong places. The leather in these boots is soft enough to have formed to my feet without rubbing and blisters. I keep them waxed and haven't had any trouble with water seeping in. The laces have held up very well, were just a little long. The only complaint, if you can call it that, is that I wish the soles were replaceable as after wearing them for 3 years almost every day, all day, the top part is still good but the soles are now worn out. Thank you AKU, this is definitely my favorite boot. Btw, the Minimas are very comfortable as well.