Grant Pemberton

Ultimately, the things that make any pair of work boots the best pair of work boots is going to be true regardless of whether there's a protective toe cap. It is in this area that we know what we're talking about more than anyone else.

Why consider boots made with Chromexcel? Because they're gorgeous to look at, but also very durable. Let's get into that a bit more.

You might have noticed both lug and wedge sole work boots. Both are classic work boot designs, made for practical purposes and plenty of people preferring one to the other for a host of reasons.

Some people dread the first month or two of owning a pair of leather boots, even to the point of desperately searching for any way to make them softer.

If you're going to invest in a pair of quality leather work boots or casual ones, you should also invest in the care and maintenance of your boots. 

A great pair of leather work boots will usually come with a pair of high-quality boot soles. That's why so many mid-shelf to high-end work boot companies use Vibram soles, as they are known to be durable and highly functional.

Ankle boots are an effective compromise between stylish and functional, as you have some of the ankle support of a traditional boot but can actually wear them indoors without your feet boiling.

If your leather boots have taken a beating, you probably need to restore them. If you find a pair of leather boots that are beat to heck on the used market, you'll probably need to restore them.

Like many other items, you'll start to notice leather patina as a piece of fine leather ages, which many people consider desirable.

Black vs brown boots or shoes has been a raging debate for years, and frankly we don't expect it to go away any time soon.