Between the high-end Redwings and the Wal-Mart specials, there are some decent boots out there in the $60-$150 range. What brands do you all like, in that price range?
For work boots, I've worn mostly Carolinas. I've also had a pair of Georgias that were not so good. Chippewas have always looked good to me, but I've never had any.
I needed some new boots for work, and I got me these Carolina loggers, last night, with steel toe and water-proofer lining. Had to go cheap, although Dad-in-law helped with some Christmas money. These were priced at about $100.
Split stove-wood all day at Dad's house again, and also hiked down into the woods a little ways, to play with the .45. Them boots felt just fine.
I always buy some insoles for my boots, too. And wear big, thick socks.