prog99 wrote:You don’t need anything special unless you’ve been reading too many magazine articles?
Unless on the cuillin , I use old skanky footwear as the gabro destroys it.
Not sure I agree with that. I've used various approach shoes, trail shoes, walking boots, winter boots and can certainly notice the difference a good grip makes. If serious about scrambling, I would say that a good grippy pair of approach shoes can add a lot to your confidence and security. They're not perfect- they are not, generally, waterproof, some can be a bit sore to walk in over a long distance (An Teallach, for example), some are not particularly robust.
I've had a pair of La Sportiva TX4 for about 4 years now and they still have plenty life left. The grip is superb - maybe not quite as good as it's predecessor the Boulder X or Guide Tennie's - but considerably more comfortable than either of those and much tougher - probably due to the all-around rand (which also helps keep feet dry).