Women's Hillwalker ll GTX - Brown

I had a pair of Brasher boots for many years of comfortable dog walking and found them to be incredibly comfortable, hard wearing and waterproof. I had them for so long that I can't remember when I bought them, but Brasher were taken over by Berghause in around 2014 so they were at least 9 years old. When old age finally got the better of them I looked for a replacemnet for them on the internet and found what appeared to be the identical boots, now Berghaus Hillwalker II, and I bought a pair in June 2022. I was really pleased with them - they were indeed the same boots, almost identicle in appearance, and were super comfortable from the start. However, sadly, they haven't lasted - despite looking after them in the same way as my old boots (cleaning after use, air drying away from direct heat, and treating well with dubbin) they have developed deep splits in the leather at the base joint of my big toe on both boots, and leaks around the join between upper and sole on the outside of the feet. They are only used for daily dog walking and occasional longer walks on holiday and I feel that for an expensive boot they really should have lasted longer than 14 months! I have however, against my better judgement, ordered another pair - they are so comfortable, I'm prepared to give them the benefit of the doubt and try again. But I'll make sure to keep the receipt this time just in case!

although these are comfortable enough, they are not fit for purpose, twice water has soaked right through - I have only had them 9 months.

The best boots I have ever worn very comfortable I went up half a size and they fit perfectly I tested them out as soon as received and they are just fabulous

This is the second pair I have bought (one pair for is for daily muddy dog walking ) and one for best (lol) , I have also bought my daughter a pair and my boyfriend bought the men's version. They are comfortable, lightweight, reliable and very waterproof. Definitely recommended. I wish they did them in black.

These boots are incredibly comfortable, with excellent grip and the fact that they are waterproof is a bonus! Would highly recommend getting these!

I've had these for a couple weeks and have mostly used them to take my dog out for walks. We walk about 5km a day and so far they've been excellent. Kept my feet dry and warm and are super comfortable. I didn't have to break them in and I've had no blisters or any rubbing. They're lightweight and very easy to put on and take off - in stark contrast to my Timberlands, which are very stiff and difficult to get on and off. Bonus points: they make my feet look cute and small. All around winners!

Love them so comfy.

Is a true fit and doesn't need breaking in.. The arch over the instep is very tight not allowing for thick socks. The original hillwalker had a far more fluid tongue so that you had the option of tightening it if needed. These do not allow that. Also, the sole is quite thin - half the thickness of the original hillwalker these are designed to duplicate.

From day one these boots were so comfortable and fit well..

Very comfortable. Wore them in for an hour or two at home but really no need, great from day one.. No