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Customer Rating/Review
Dr. Martens 1461
Number of reviews: 101
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2009-11-04 09:54:01 Dr. Martens 1461
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Anonymous
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Nice and sturdy, but seem a little big for the size. Don't like the shoe laces, unties very easily. Overall review: above average.
2009-10-16 14:07:42 Dr. Martens 1461
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Jhb
from florida
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If you had original Doc Marten's before the late 90s, these will disappoint. They are of much cheaper and thinner leather, and the materials are not the same. Even the tread is see-through at first until they get dirty and I can tell these won't last for a decade like the originals did. If you want the originals try the more expensive classic version. I haven't bought them yet, but the extra money would be worth it if I got the old style quality shoe. For the price that I paid for these new versions, I should have gotten a lot more. Doc Marten should be embarrassed. These are worth about half of what they cost. Now for the good news: they are comfortable out of the box. Take no time to break in like the old versions did, and feel decent on your feet. The sizing is a bit bigger than the old version, though. They look similar and that is good. So if you like this style of shoe, at least you are getting that. All in all a 50/50 experience. Nowhere near as good as the old versions, but no 6 months of wearing to break 'em in.
2009-09-14 07:17:04 Dr. Martens 1461
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Christopher R
from Springfield, Virginia
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I bought these to replace a ten year old pair of 1461s. I did purchase an insole with a little more arch support and now I wear them most days to work. In fact I have to remind myself to change when I get home and not work in the garden with them. When I bought that first pair the sale man gave me a size 8(US) this worked if I wore thin socks. Eventually the footbed slid forward and crowded my toes. I like a little room in my shoe, so this time I chose the 9(US) and I feel fine in thick or thin socks. They do require a little wearing in. They look great, feel great. I highly recommend them.
2009-08-30 11:17:19 Dr. Martens 1461
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Dutch
from NY
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Excellent shoes. I've been wearing Docs for about 20 years now. These shoes are not exactly the same as the old English made shoes, but comfortable nonetheless. The shoes seem to be of the same quality. As for other reviewers, it is impossible for anyone to compare a shoe that they have been wearing for 10 years to a new shoe and say that the new shoes are not the same or not comfortable. Every pair of Docs that I have owned needed to be broken in, especially in the heel area. They always hurt when they are new. Enjoy your new shoes and don't get hung up on where things are made, it is irrelevant. Take a look at half the products you own already and you will realize nothing is made where it used to be anymore.
2009-08-27 07:10:59 Dr. Martens 1461
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Pat
from Miami FL
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I have always had a pair of these in my closet. Rugged, classic, and they last forever. Extremely comfortable and they go with anything from jeans to khakis to some dress pants. Okay, not too many dress pants. Zappos made it incredibly easy to buy my next pair. They were very accommodating and helped me make sure I got the correct size (they come in British sizes). Will definitely buy my next pair of shoes from Zappos. Thanks!
2009-08-21 09:49:01 Dr. Martens 1461
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Kathy Volz
from Rolla, MO
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I selected the Cherry Red Docs and am thoroughly delighted with the deliciously deep color. I have wide feet and bad ankles, so it's hard to find anything that satisfies my needs for stability and fashion. Dr. Martens is good for body and soul. By the way, the shoe is shipped with both black and gold laces. And a snazzy modern art postcard. What's not to love?
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Chaco
2009-08-12 06:46:39 Dr. Martens 1461
Reviewer:
Barry Chovitz
from Currently living overseas in Namibia
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Dr. Martens is well known for its soles. This particular pair is a little on the heavy side, but they are quite comfortable. The back of the shoe initially cuts into the back of your foot, but will stretch out after a short time wearing them. If you find this too uncomfortable, there is another model of this shoe which is padded at the back. I don\'t personally like that look, but I\'ll bet it\'s comfortable. This is at least my 4th pair of these. The yellow stitching, a trademark of Dr. Martens, is not particularly professional looking at work, but I continue to wear them in my casual work environment. Sure, they get noticed, but I love them. For me, one of the best features is that they are difficult to scratch and rarely require polishing. The soles will eventually wear down and while Dr. Martens used to offer a re-soling service, they\'ve stopped doing this.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Skechers are not nearly as hip, but I\'m an old guy and like my Docs.
2009-08-01 18:53:27 Dr. Martens 1461
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Miriam Widenhofer
from Indianapolis, IN
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I purchased a pair of brown Doc Marten's very similar to this pair in roughly 1994 when I was in college. Initially I bought them to 'be cool' and fit in with the other hip kids in college. Fifteen years later I am still wearing these shoes. They are a bit worn and have a weird worn leather smell that I only attribute to Doc Martens but they are fantastic. I have a bad back, bad knees, arthritis, callouses (from too many years of waitressing) and a bunion for good measure. My feet are messed up and need good support. Any shoe that I can wear for 12 plus hours (after 15 years of owning them) and my feet don't hurt; those shoes ROCK. My only word of warning: only buy Docs if you really, really like them because you're going to own them for a very long time. These shoes are fantastic to say the very least and last forever. Buy them and your feet will thank you.
2009-07-15 05:30:19 Dr. Martens 1461
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Barb Giacalone
from Dublin, OH
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First of all, I have to say that I LOVE Zappos! I stumbled upon it when I needed to find size 15 shoes for my 18yr old son. Not only did you have his size, his favorite styles, but they came practically as soon as I clicked the submit button. \r\nMy son loved these shoes. Looking at them, you\'d think they were bulky and stiff, but they\'re not. The sole is flexible and the leather is very soft. He\'d definitely get Doc Martens in the future!
2009-07-10 16:08:08 Dr. Martens 1461
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MD Cook
from southern Vermont
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I haven't had a pair of Doc Martens for several years and decided it was way past time. Zappos had the best price, the best selection of a million styles of Doc Martens (and the easiest size guide from European to US sizes) and free shipping! They arrived really fast and were perfect. Excuse me, but why buy from anywhere else?
2009-07-06 06:00:13 Dr. Martens 1461
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Anonymous
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I haven't purchased a pair of Doc's for years. My other ones had the "old school" sole, so these were a bit different. I wasn't sure if I'd like them, but was pleasantly surprised to find them very comfortable (walked all over Ireland on vacation with them with barely any break-in time). The soles are a softer material, but I found this gives them better grip. They also look good and are versatile enough that I wear them with jeans or even a suit. And what more can I say about Zappos' service? I've used them for years and have only good things to say about this company!
2009-06-22 05:31:44 Dr. Martens 1461
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Karl F
from PA
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Great shoe. A little tough in the heel for the first few wears, but it softens up nicely. A good style to cross over from dress to casual.
2009-04-07 14:18:05 Dr. Martens 1461
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Anonymous
from Toledo, Ohio
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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A Classic In Durability -
These shoes were a replacement for a pair I bought before. These things are durable and comfortable once broke in. For the first month they can be hard on the heels til they soften up. I wish they made these in half sizes for a little extra comfort, since the next size up was way too large. I think it's a great shoe with its only fault being the break-in period. They seem to last a long time.
2009-03-27 06:11:49 Dr. Martens 1461
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Jc
from Western Mass
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Wherever it's made, still a great shoe.
Comfy, sturdy...seems like the ones I used to buy back in the 90s. LOVE the black topstitching. Once you reach 40, that yellow is a bit much! Thanks Zappos for your great service.
2009-03-21 20:10:40 Dr. Martens 1461
Reviewer:
Martin
from Narita, Japan
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
The King -
I love these shoes. I am 52 years old. I used to be a Bassist in a rock band and bought my first Docs early in life. Since then I have never looked back. They are truly a hard wearing shoe, and various styles allow you to choose your own image. I bought these 1461 in black stitch. A happy medium between the simple no stitch work style and the yellow stitch. If you have never owned a pair of Docs, you are missing out. I only hope that Doc Marten maintains their quality as the rest of the world moves to “economy” versions of their shoes.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Karsen Boots, Any other Doc Marten
2009-03-18 13:48:32 Dr. Martens 1461
Reviewer:
Steven C
from Nashville, Tennessee
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Casual & comfortable shoe for work & play -
I have been wearing Docs for going on 20 years now. I have found them to be both extremely comfortable & durable. The 1461 Dr. Marten shoe is another Doc model that I have found to fall into those two categories. I am on my feet at work quite a bit and this shoe holds up to the extensive walking and standing I do on the job. The shoe is extremely comfortable once broken in and the shoe fits true to size. A comfortable classic in the Dr. Marten tradition.
2009-03-09 22:29:51 Dr. Martens 1461
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Zorba
from Lower, slower, Delaware.
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
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Great shoes...
1461's are my everyday shoes. Once you break them in, you’re set for yrs. I'm a cook and can be on my feet for 12+ hrs sometimes and my feet still feel good at the end of the night.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: None. DM all the way.
2009-03-03 14:45:29 Dr. Martens 1461
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Tamara
from Florida
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Love Them!
I bought these shoes for my husband for his 50th birthday. He absolutely loves them, and is very impressed with his first pair of Doc Martens. His only concern is that when the shoes are worn enough that he needs to polish them, the white stitching, which is a large part of the shoe, could turn black from the polish. I told him to email the company and see how to avoid this, other than just by being careful when polishing them. As these shoes will be worn for work at least three times a week, he's certain that they will be extremely durable, as opposed to cheaper versions of dress casual shoes. I love them...I think they're sexy! :)
2009-03-02 10:30:16 Dr. Martens 1461
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Brian
from Carrboro, NC
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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These shoes start off hard in the heel, but other than that no complaints. I'm going to order them for decades!
2009-02-09 09:05:58 Dr. Martens 1461
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Anonymous
from Rolling Meadows, IL
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
One of thee best shoes ever!!!
A classic, original, and an overall amazing shoe. I can confidently say you won't find a better work shoe (unless you're looking for steel toe and are doing serious construction work). Great for people that are on their feet all day and the classic look of the 1461 is great looking. The only slight quip about them is that when you first start wearing them you might get a heel burn/blister, which other reviewers have mentioned, but that will fade shortly and after that the leather will soften and create a very nice fit for your foot. I have seen the made in England 1461's and seriously people are making too big of a deal about it. These do the job just fine. A really great shoe and I'm glad they still make them.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Clarks Originals (Desert Trek, Wallabees)
2009-01-29 06:30:35 Dr. Martens 1461
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Romey
from Chicago
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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I am hard to fit on shoes--I tried on a pair of docs in a store and the fit nicely. These very cool stylish shoes look neat--however, the leather is so stiff that the top of my heel (where the shoe rubs) really sore!!!--As they say when the supermodels complain about their high heels—that’s what Tylenol is for!
2008-12-09 06:04:54 Dr. Martens 1461
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Anonymous
from Iowa
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
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Ol' Whats 'is name -
I wanted a dressy shoe that had some "attitude", and comfortable enough to wear 14 hours at a time. These fit the role perfect! My first "Doc's", but not my last.
2008-08-05 07:45:53 Dr. Martens 1461
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Norma C
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I have searched for this style at the malls, with no luck! I found them at Zappos! I love shopping the site! Your inventory is really good and the delivery is swift!! The quality of this shoe is what I expected and I plan to continue to use Zappos. I saw the video clip of the history of Zappos. I like what this company is about. You have my business!
2008-07-21 15:13:23 Dr. Martens 1461
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Anonymous
from Nevada City, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Longest lasting shoe -
After staining the yellow stitching and the sole black, this shoe works for dress and walking.
My last pair lasted for four years of heavy use and still looks presentable.
2008-06-24 05:22:52 Dr. Martens 1461
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Bad K
from Washington, D.C.
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
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Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
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I love these shoes, but while I chose these for being the least clunky they are clunky. They are very much boys shoes. I think they are great. They are pretty comfortable, but since I don't have much opportunity to wear them they are not getting broken in quickly. They are solid and comfortable, but will take time to soften up some.
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