Product Description
This collection offers our two most definitive styles - the 8-eye boot and 3-eye shoe - to the vegan consumer. It is oil- and fat-resistant, tough and offers good abrasion and slip resistance. Vegan-friendly. A non-leather, synthetic material, which is soft and supple, and has a subtle two-tone finish.
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Product Details
- Size: 7 F(M) UK / 9 B(M) US Women / 8 D(M) US Men
- Color: Black
- Brand: Dr. Martens
- Model: Vegan 1460
- Fabric type: synthetic
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 4.00 pounds
Features
- Synthetic
- Soft, supple vegan-friendly synthetic upper
- Lightly cushioned footbed
From the Manufacturer
Dr. Martens is the stuff of legends. It all began near Munich, Germany in 1945 when Dr. Klaus Maertens injured his foot in a skiing accident in the Bavarian Alps. To make walking easier during the healing process, he designed a shoe with an air-cushioned sole. Using old rubber tires, he constructed soles that had air trapped within closed compartments. He showed his prototype to his engineer/inventor friend, Dr. Herbert Funck, and together they decided to develop and produce the shoes. Not only did the shoe solve the doctor's immediate problem, but it also started to sell well in Germany. By 1959 the two decided that they needed a company to produce and distribute the shoes, then called Dr. Maertens, in other parts of the world. At first, many manufacturers rejected the concept of an air cushioned sole as a short-lived gimmick. However, the R. Griggs Group, located in the village of Wollaston in England, decided to go along with the idea by creating the first work boot with the revolutionary sole. On the first of April 1960, the first cherry red eight-eyelet work boot was produced and named 1460. To sell the brand name better in England, the name was anglicized to Dr. Martens. The range was branded AirWair and the rest is history.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful.
By K. P. Borley
As a vegan, finding a quality, stylish, waterproof boot has not been easy. Many of the boots I have tried have not been waterproof and have not lasted very long. So when I came across these I promptly purchased a pair and so far so good. They look just like a standard DM, so much so that I have to inform people that they aren't leather ! The quality seems good and they seem to be waterproof. In fact they seem to be the same quality, make and styling as the standard DM so pretty much like wearing them as you remember but with the added bonus of not being made from the skin of a slaughtered animal. LIke other boots, you'll need to wear them in gradually at first, so a few short wears before you walk in them all day should suffice. After that they will be fine. Of course the true test will be the test of time; will they stay waterproof and how long will they last ? If they fail at any time then I will update my review, so if there is no update then you know that they are still performing well (purchased in Sept 2012). I must say, I do have confidence that these will last a good many years. There is a thought within me that I am giving my money to a company that uses animal skins but I can see the positives in this product. The fact that a classic shoe/boot has been made specifically for vegans is something we should celebrate and it shows that veganism is making progress - and well done to Dr Martens for making these. I believe that in a few years time vegan will be as mainstream as vegetarian is today (as vegetarians realise that the only way to be cruelty free is to be vegan) so buying footwear will be easier, with more styles and choice. For today these certainly seem to tick all the boxes of being quality, stylish, waterproof and I would guess suitable for both male and female. My love to all the vegans out there.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
By xonado
I honestly wanted these boots for a long time and I was thankful that Amazon had it but I was a little skeptical that the product would be damaged or something would be wrong but honestly I am very satisfied it looks EXACTLY like the picture and it came in the mail in 2 days so I didn't have to wait long AT ALL. Best purchase I have ever made and they last for long and are extremely comfortable!! Warning though if this is your first time getting Dr Marten : Make sure you get a size large and WEAR FUZZE SOCKS or thick socks or else you WILL get blisters! hope this helps! (:
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful.
By kerrya
I had these boots on my wish list and they were purchased for me by my beloved as a Christmas gift. I want to wear them ALL the time ! They literally are gloves for my feet. They are comfy and keep my feet warm. They are TRUE to size. I would have these in every color if my budget allowed !
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