I bought a pair of these boots a couple of years ago. I ordered a pair for my father in August of 2019. I noticed my soles are coming apart, and the stitching is failing too. Several friends, family members, and other people have asked my father, as well as me, about the boots. I will now tell them NOT to buy Merrell boots, nor anything else!!! I live by my word, clearly Merrell feels integrity is a burden.