What are Vietnam Jungle Boots Good For?!

Question: First right answer gets 10 points.

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Answers: First right answer gets 10 points.

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My dad uses his as a planter outside for such plants as cacti. He got the idea after visiting a big nursery in our area in which they were asking $15 to $20 for such a planter. My dad said those boots could withstand all sorts of weather.
P.S.--How do you determine what's the "right" answer?

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