These are geat shoes, but definitley not BIFL. These will last a bit longer than the crepe soles, but neither are re-soleable. I love Clarks and have worn many (6 or 7 pairs over the past 23 years or so), but they don't last forever - hence why I've gone through that many pairs. If you want something closer to BIFL, find a pair of shoes with a Goodyear Welt Sole (preferrably made in USA/Canada/other places where workers are less exploited), maintain the leather, and bring to a cobbler as necessary for replacement soles.
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Reply to comment by AndMarmaladeSkies in BIFL boots/shoes for business casual AND 5-6 miles/day of walking?? by CapmBlondeBeard
These are geat shoes, but definitley not BIFL. These will last a bit longer than the crepe soles, but neither are re-soleable. I love Clarks and have worn many (6 or 7 pairs over the past 23 years or so), but they don't last forever - hence why I've gone through that many pairs. If you want something closer to BIFL, find a pair of shoes with a Goodyear Welt Sole (preferrably made in USA/Canada/other places where workers are less exploited), maintain the leather, and bring to a cobbler as necessary for replacement soles.