same reason people recommend Darn Tough and Patagonia, warranty is part of what you buy.

if you think ANY laptop will last you for life, I don't know what else to tell you.

I just picked up some Canada West Moorby 2801s and after about a week of 1 hour walks they are starting to feel amazing and softer on my feet. Not as nice looking as Whites (they are about half the price) in terms of stitching/leather shapes on the heel etc, but man, these feel solid as hell, even compared to some old chippewa's I had. My advice is just make sure you buy something that's a goodyear welt so they can be resoled over and over if need be.