I have a set of west German milsurp goretex rain gear in flectarn camo. It's never not worked and I've used it for over 20 years. My FIL has a set of US Army goretex. Same story.
I ran Danner boots for years. Canadian model. The greater failed about the time they required a resole. No big deal. For the last two years I have ran Kennetrek boots with some sort of breathable and waterproof lining. They haven't failed me yet.
