Dogfish,

I've had my L.L. Bean stockingfoot breathables for at least seven, maybe eight years, I can't remember. Got lots of days in them, no leaks yet.

One of my wading boots (of course they're separate) has a little delamination on the toe end of the sole, I'm going to send it back and get it fixed... for free.

I think I paid $250 seven or eight years ago, I think they're $300-$350 now, but I figure with a lifetime guarantee, why buy cheapo's?

-N.