Water Resistant vs. Water Proof

[basstracker89]

In practice, water resistant boots can hold up well in light wet conditions if they’re built from quality full-grain leather and properly treated. Products like Sno-Seal, Obenauf’s, or mink oil can do a great job repelling moisture, especially when reapplied regularly. That said, for soggy turkey fields and occasional stream crossings, they’ll hold up as long as you’re not submerged for long

Bee's wax also works well

 

[basstracker89]

Honestly, they’re not that bad. I used to hunt down in South Ga too. I hunt in SE Alabama also, not far from Enterprise and Troy. 5 species of venomous snakes call that area home. Best not to take any chances.
I’d say either will be about the same. Rubber boot or leather with a gaiter over it. Good on you for having some snake protection.

You ever been struck??

 

[24on48hunting]

You ever been struck??

Struck, no.
Struck at…. Yes, by a 42” long Copperhead.