I have worn out the soles of about 6 pairs so far. All of them were worn right out of the box without break-in; no blisters either. My recent purchase was for a backup pair for future use. Obviously I would buy these boots again.
Timberland replaced my last pair with an alternate boot of equal value from a heel failure after about 45 miles southbound in the hundred mile wilderness. Their warranty replacement agent said the Chocorua has been discountinued.