Yes, I did note that they are "made in Europe", not the US. But when it comes to my feet I have to go with what will actually work. Since I insist on all leather choices are limited, and I have fit issues so the actual style and last makes critical differences. If my feet are crippled from bad fit, I can't get there at all. Those Owyhees look like they could replace my glued together, long discontinued Vasques. Vasques went to the Devil. I used to use Danners, but their lasts/styles changed. Meindls are very nice, but the toe box is too low and it blisters the tops of my toes. I really wish Cabela's still had their old 9" boot.