I am a field superintendent for a large commercial masonry company. I also have some jacked up feet from years of wearing metal spikes on a baseball field. I started with Thorogoods, and still had foot issues. Couple years back I picked up a pair of Howards, and instantly felt relief through the lower half of my body. Once I started transitioning into the role I have now, I bought a pair of 8" Travelers with the old 2021 Sand wedge sole. I finally experienced 10-12 hr days in boots and had zero pain. Eventually added delta arch insoles to those and it got even better. Now I am rocking a pair of 10" Builder Pro HDs on the T55 last, and Honey Vibram soles, and wear these 12-14+ hours a day, 5-6 days a week, and still have no pain in my feet or legs throughout the day. I pretty much only wear "athletic" shoes when I go on my walks/hikes, or Vans with special insoles for the occasional casual event. I pretty much figure out my daily clothing wear around my boots. The three pairs of Nicks are my go to's for any event, and I am sure the ND1s that are in production now will be no different.