Just like you.....it performs under pressure. Bates boots are serious Tactical boots. Bates is committed to providing quality, comfort and performance. Bates keeps your feet comfortable and feeling fresh using the anti-fatigue endurance performance system. The cobra hot weather is 670-1 complaint and the official new army 498 coyote color. Founded in 1885 as a dress shoe manufacturer, today Bates footwear is dedicated to the development and manufacturing of uniform footwear for all branches of the military and civilian police forces. In 2003, the company joined the billion-dollar footwear giant, Wolverine worldwide, Inc. AND is headquartered in Rockford, Michigan. Wolverine worldwide, Inc. Is one of the world’s leading marketers of branded casual, active lifestyle, work, outdoor sport and uniform footwear. The company portfolio of highly recognized brands includes: Bates, Chaco, hush puppies, hytest, Merrell, Sebago and Wolverine. The company is also the exclusive footwear licensee of popular brands including cat footwear and Harley-Davidson footwear. The company products are carried by leading retailers in the U.S. AND globally in 190 countries or territories.