i had a pair of irish setter boots years ago, they were the best boots i ever had comfy and waterproof, after 7 or 8 years they were fuked so i decided to buy another pair, i went for the elktracker boots. they were great for about a year then the water seeped in, they were a total disaster.
they are made in china now though i think the red wing boots are still made in usa, hope this helps make your mind up