My Kennetreks have 6 elk seasons on them with no problem before that it was Danners. Danners or other quality boot work fine as long as its a Vibram sole. Gaiters that are quite are a must to keep your lower legs dry and adds warmth to both legs and feet (kennetreks or the old soft cabelas). I hunt with wool socks and uninsulted boots to -15F as long as I'm walking. If sitting then I remove my boots and put on Sorel type felt or quilted liners that I carry in my pack. I overthink and over buy on most everything and know its not always necessary. Wear whats comfortable with good soles. Hunted with a guy once who wore Walmart boots and his feet felt and looked fine at the end of a hard day. All on the fit.
