For most of my elk hunting in Idaho, I like Lathrop & Sons Mountain Hunters and Hanwag Alaskan GTX; both uninsulated, 8”. I sit some and glass, then move and repeat. I find with good wool socks my feet don’t get cold down into the mid/low teens. Both are terrific in steep, rocky country (also great for chukar hunting). I use Lathrop & Sons insoles in both.
https://lathropandsons.com/collections/l-s-brand-boots/products/lathrop-sons-mountain-hunterhttps://www.campsaver.com/hanwag-alaska-gtx-hiking-shoes-men-s.htmlWhen it is bitter cold or in snow, I switch to Danner Canadians for their insulation. I don’t wear them often.
https://www.danner.com/men/hunt/can...g7-jR8wIVh-azCh04wgxJEAAYAiAAEgKZX_D_BwEAs to waterproofing, I have yet to see any “waterproof” linings really work. I’d prefer they didn’t have them. I use Obenauf LP in the outside.