I've been a Union Carpenter for 20+ years and tried almost every boot on the market, until I found Red Wings and gave them a shot. I have never looked back.They're strapped tomy feet at least9 or more hours for 5 to 6 days a week and I like them so much, I'll wear them ice fishing or out on hikes. I've never had an issue in any way with any RW or IS product. I would consider trying an alternative sock set-up, a boot dryer to make sure they were dry before putting them on damp or wet again, or find a less insulated pair for work in your given climate. There's always the anti-perspirant on the feet trick.

Granted, it sounds like customer service could use a tune up, but asking hard working, hard hunting Americans to boycott one of the few American made products still out there is a bit out of line. I've had plenty of things I've paid hard earned money on take a royal shiznit and not work to my standards too. Figure 'em out and move on.

And if they're size 9-1/2 or 10....send 'em to me. PM me for my address.