Yeah, mine were great, until the Neoprene soles went smooth. Then they just became dangerous as hell up on the trails in the Cascades.
Now I wear Asolos. They fit like a glove. I’ve worn them hiking, snow-shoeing and hunting. Never had an issue with them.
Technically speaking, for hiking the classic Bean boots are nothing to brag about...but are great for sloshing-around conditions...but Double L does a nice /reasonably priced job with repairs. I like the fact that they are still made in Maine.