True! But as I don't intend to enter a combat zone, and have absolutely no intention of hiking up Penny Fan with 100lb backpack, my boots only need to survive the odd mile or two hike with load, plus paddling about in the woods!
Having said all that, I'm trying out (ie ordered) a pair of ex-german Army Lowa boots from Military Mart. £44 or so, add in a new set of Lowa insoles, should be interesting!