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Meindl.
I was going to say they're a lot cheaper than the options you posted...but I checked what they cost now.... and realised that I bought mine in 2006.
But overall I'd say if it's just country walks and you're not carrying weight, any boots you find comfortable with decent soles and a water proof lip(?) - ie that rubberised edge on the LOWA Patrol Boots. TBH they're far from flashy and look technical, but the karrimor' s you get on sale at Black's are perfectly good.
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Some of the Hanwag offerings look decent (Grunten seems to fit the bill for leather lining, but maybe a bit hefty). I’m looking at similar at the moment. Or Altberg?
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Zamberlan still look to have a couple of non-GoreTex leather boots in their range; my pair's getting on for 20 years old and is still going strong, though the uppers are fairly scuffed now.
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The Meindl Borneo Pro would be my choice. I bought my first pair 22 years ago, and my second about 6 years ago. Both pairs are still going, the older pair has developed a leak where the leather has cracked. They are pretty rugged and not heavy, and they are so comfortable! I wear them most days from about September through to April, for dog walking and conservation work. I got a pair last year in return for some work, and I haven't worn them yet, I figure between the three pairs I have walking boots to outlast me.
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Anything else to look at?
Sorrel Madson - got mine for about £90 last year
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I have the LOWA Patrol - high leg ones. To be honest they are not great. I had the shorter ones previously and the were fantastic. Make sure you get the correct size. Mine might be half a size out.
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Altberg make some decent boots. Ages ago my wife sent me to a boot fitter who is a bit like the Bike Whisperer but for shoes. He guided me towards a few different boots and I went for the Altbergs. Been great ever since
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Own both some nice double-stitched Hanwag Hörndls (which are properly capable - the Gruntens look a bit more everyday suitable) and Sorel Madsons, which are really warm and comfy. Would recommend both brands for good boots that don't look quite so technical/DofE
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Looking for some proper leather walking boots. Nothing technical required, just winter walks either to the pub or potentially a bit further afield. Prefer NOT goretex lined.
considering:
Lundhag Tanner
https://www.alpinetrek.co.uk/lundhags-tanner-boot-sneakers/
Lowa Patrol
https://www.lowamilitaryboots.com/lowa-task-force-military-boots/lowa-patrol-boot
(cambrelle lining - dunno if that is less sweaty than gore tex?)
Scarpa Delta leather
https://www.countryside.co.uk/scarpa/mens-delta-leather-boot
Scarpa website now only lists the gtx version but some stockists still list the leather lined one.
Anything else to look at?