Lol, it was about the same wait-time as the Tesla too. I looked back and I placed my order on 5/18. I had them in my cart for weeks before I finally worked up the nerve to buy them.

You should do it! You won't regret buying boots that can be resoled. I can't recommend Redwing Heritage enough for a first pair of quality boots–they're a decent price point considering the quality. Lots of other brands are $100's more for the same quality. Be forewarned, they have a break-in period but over weeks they'll become more comfortable than you can imagine. You'll make a lot of memories with them over the years.

Yes, I was thrilled to hear about those TSA regs changing. I didn't have to take my shoes off the last time I flew into Columbus.