Nice boot but not totaly waterproof.
351549
These boots are very nice except for the fact that I got wet feet every time I wore them. The boots were comfortable and fit just right I wear a 9 and the 9 fit great. I work outside as a landscaper so my #1 thing is boots must be waterproof. I walked in wet grass,I didn't even work in rain or standing water, my feet weren't soaking wet but wet enough for me to notice. They might have been fine if I coated them in mink oil but on the boot it says in 2 places waterproof so I shouldn't need to.
2723374
Nice looking boots. Not really water protected; a bit narrow for a wide width, wide calf boot. Fabric lining began to pull away from inside of the boot. Not up to typical quality of Hush Puppies. but are serviceable. I kept them because I needed something to wear.
1440378
Very warm and comfortable. I sprayed the boots with weather proofing Scotch guard spray and it absorbed nicely.
These boots are NOT GOOD for wet weather. The bottoms are hard plastic and do not have enough traction for snowy or wet weather.
3768592
Bates are my Go-To boot and I have been primarily wearing Bates boots as a patrol officer for the past  5 years.  I really like the boots but the one problem I have with them is they aren't as "water-proof" as they claim.  They do fine for splashing through puddles and things like that, but I have used my K9 to track through knee-high wet grass and my feet were DRENCHED when I came out, and I mean squishy socks inside boots kind of drenched.  On top of that, I've been letting them dry for DAYS and they are still wet inside.

As they dry they seem to be having white stains on the leather of the boot and just look like they are probably ruined.  This is the second pair I have had ruined by wet conditions.  The other pair was a similar incident where they were worn a few days in a row out in rainy conditions for K9 training and I ended up with wet feet and the white stains again.  It seems like once this happens they will never keep your feet dry again.  I am currently looking for another pair of boots and want to try something different other than these Bates, but I am sure at some point in my career I will purchase another pair of these boots.

Other than that, the boots are very comfortable and I haven't had any other issues with them.  As long as you are just using them for normal daily patrol stuff and don't expect to have them in wet conditions for extended periods of time I would recommend this boot.  If you plan on being in a lot of wet conditions, I would look elsewhere.
3364714
Comfortable boot. Not very sturdy appearing. I live in the Pacific Northwest, and so far away they're waterproof. It's only fall though.  They run a bit large, had to return the first pair. Order a half size smaller. If your looking for comfort, you'll like these. I don't expect them to last more than one season. Get some  Georgia boot soggy browns if you're looking for durability. The Colombia do have the cushioning of a tennis shoe.
900351
The boots fit ok and feel fairly decent.  But as soon as I went into a little snow, the tops got wet and so did my socks!  They are advertised as water proof and they are not!  So be aware of this when buying them.  Otherwise they seem pretty nice.
1614855
They fit as expected but are not water resistant! Which is an important part as to why I made the purchase of these boots.
3832396
As I feared - the "Charcoal/Quilted Wool" version of these boots are not waterproof above the ankle. Now, I will say that it took quite a bit of water to break through the wool and lining... but it did. I was hoping there was a waterproof layer in between them so I tested it. I filled up the tub with about 6 inches of water and took a few steps - the water broke through at the ankle where the fabric was bending. I don't think a normal walk through the rain would be a problem but deep puddles will cause issue. I live in Seattle so... this is probably a deal breaker for me, which is a bummer because they are super comfortable, warm, true to size and well made. I just don't want to spend money on a "rain boot" if I have to avoid deeper puddles/snow.
2769446
Basically i like these boots. They do seem slightly large to me; my other winter boots are a mens 81/2 while the 8 works in these boots.
I wish they had three hooks for the laces instead of just two so that it would be easier to tighten the laces enough to keep your foot still in the boot without the heel slipping.  They do seem waterproof, wore them in the pouring rain to walk my dog and my feet stayed dry. It hasn't been very cold so I cant say how warm they are.
2831323
After two weeks of wear from just walking my dogs through wet grass my feet are starting to get wet.  I'm going to waterproof them and hopefully that will fix the problem.  Other than that it's a nice light boot.
3198174
Comfortable boot, waterproofing doesnt work well past the first few times in wet snow. Have to contunue to spray them with waterproof spray which kind of defeats the purpose of buying a waterproof boot. But a descent boot for $88.00.
2372736
These boots are extremely comfortable.  I were them for 8-12 hours a day and have no discomfort at all.

Unfortunately, comfort does not dictate a great work boot.  While these boots claim to be waterproof and durable, they have proven to be anything but.  These boots have not been waterproof from day one.  Not much worse than wet feet on a cold day.  Additionally, the sole has started to separate from the leather body of the boot.

A boot with this price should be a better quality than it is
1480382
this boot is very warm, but it is NOT waterresistant as it says...
I bought them last year, but now is the first time it is raining in my country and as soon as I passed a water hole, my sock went wet inmediatelly!!!
4414725
Not as water resistant as I expected but other than that they are great boots and very comfortable
879098
Only giving 3 stars because the boots aren't 100% waterproof. More water resistant. I work in extremely wet conditions and needed something to keep my feet dry. These boots did that for the most part but at the end of the day my feet were still rather wet. Aside from that they seem to work pretty well. Been wearing them through 12-16hr shifts with no issues with comfort or durability. The break in was a bit rough, but with rugged footwear that's to be expected. All in all I'd probably buy them again to work in dryer conditions.
2149017
I bought these boots as I was looking for an insulated boot.
I have chronically cold feet.
I live in Australia, in a town where it snows a few times in winter. Cold, but not super cold.
I have been disappointed by the lack of insulation in these boots. They keep my feet warm inside, but when I step outside, they are no better than any other boot.
They are moderately comfortable with a flat sole.
The front zipper is OK, but looks a bit weird and sometimes bends onto my ankle and hurts.
They are a nice wide fit on the calf. But do have a strange effect where the boot comes out wide near the top and then finishes narrower at the very top. It does give my leg a bit of a funny look.
I woudn't call these knee high boots. They finish 3 inches below the bottom of my knee.
They have a wide ankle look, but it is offset a little by the suede section, that gives a bit of style to the ankle area.
They do appear to be waterproof.

Overall, I do like these boots. They are quite stylish (if you have big calves) and have a fun look.
They are waterproof, but the insulation is certainly nothing worth mentioning. Infact, I wouldn't describe them as insulated.
I have had them for approx 1 month and seem to be holding up OK re: wear and tear.
1753022
The style is great, the look is great, I'd assume it was waterproof and it wasn't.  Had to return it to get a waterproof boot.