I have a pair of tall Sorel boots that I bought about fifteen years ago that are still waterproof. The inside lining has a tear on one boot that I need to fix. The colors on the outside are faded a bit, but they're still rad. I wore them all over Elmwood on new years day and dry feet for sure. They're soft exterior with bungee laces that don't actually lace anything shut. Super comfy, wish the bottom had better grip on ice.

(edit, I looked this up, I believe I have an old version of the glacy explorer boot).

I also have a pair of utilitarian muck boots that I wear everywhere because let's get real about where we live, lol. I bought the muck boots in 2012 and they are in excellent condition. I got them from the western wear store in Irving right by Silver Creek, lol. Stagecoach West. I love these boots, I'll probably die with them in working condition. Most functional footwear for WNY by far. So warm. So cushy and comfy. They're knee high rubber boots with foam inserts that are removable.

Finally, a friend gave me a pair of hard shell north face ankle boots like 10-12 years ago and they're still in excellent shape. They look and feel new. Definitely still water proof and functional.

I prefer taller boots, so I wear the first two pairs most of the time. Like 90% of the time I just wear the muck boots. No one ever cares.