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| 67% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
78% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
54% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "No arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Number of reviews: 104
Average customer ratings:
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2008-06-07 06:19:47 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Connie
from Arkansas
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
I love this shoe -
I love this shoe. It is a bit more fitted than most Doc oxfords, so the size was perfect since I have a narrow foot. It might run a bit snug if your foot is on the wider side, just as most Docs run a bit wide and require an extra thick pair of socks for me. The leather is gorgeous and durable. The Flex Link sole is amazingly comfortable, providing great support. I have a broken bone on the top of my ankle and a huge spur on my heel and with these shoes I can walk without my brace, which I think says quite a bit, since all other shoes are extremely painful.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: The other Doc oxfords with padding around the edge - the brown is a bit wider but great leather
2008-05-14 07:03:38 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Bryan
from Las Vegas, NV
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Space & Comfort: A+
My third pair of Docs for a reason...they last and they're comfortable! Like a previous reviewer, shoes are sometimes too narrow for me and was wary about getting my normal size in case there was no give, but these have the perfect amount of toe space and padding on the heel. Wish it had an arch, otherwise a great shoe!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Comfortable work or running shoe with arch support: New Balance!
2008-04-12 11:46:54 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
from Springfield, VA.
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
The Doctor's in!!!
Great shoe. Took a couple of wears to break them in, but are comfortable now.
2008-04-11 14:58:02 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Kathy
from Florida
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
My son loves these!
I bought these for my son and even though he owns another style of flex link he prefers these. He said the cushioning at the back of the heel adds to the comfort. They look great with jeans or casual dress pants.
2008-03-19 05:02:18 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Kevin
from Boston, MA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great shoes!
Dr. Martens shoes never disappoint. This particular new model of shoe reaches a little bit higher to the ankle and takes time to adjust to. It rubbed my ankle too much at first, but as I break the shoe in, it gets better and does not rub too much. I think I will fully break them in soon. The shoes look great! Awesome quality.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: I would always recommend Dr. Martens shoes.
2007-11-19 07:57:55 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Northwest of Chicago
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
They LAST AND LAST AND LAST!
I bought my first Doc Martens about 20 years ago and they still are fine shoes. I got these just because I like the look - aaah! and the FEEL! They're great in winter: on snow and ice, no tripping or slipping, and they look great at all times. I LOVE these shoes!
2007-11-08 13:15:37 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Matthew W
from Fort Worth, Texas
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Dr. Martens last a long time!
They are leather! Extremely durable and comfortable! I outgrew my last pair and I had them for 5 years! It takes a whole year just to break them in! They'll never fall apart or wear a hole! Well worth the price! I’ll wear them until I die!
2007-10-22 09:52:39 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Joaquin
from madison, wi
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Excellent shoe. very comfortable.you can really notice the flex link versus regular.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: for a work shoe, i wear vans
2007-09-27 17:03:34 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
J H
from Butler, PA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
These have to be one of the best shoes on the market -
They are in one word great. They fit well, and wear even better. These are about the 5th or 6th pair I have purchased and have been very pleased with the quality. Zappos are also in one word great, they are the best place to buy from, great products and even better prices!!!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Any Dr. Martens
2007-09-20 07:17:04 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Missouri
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Great shoe, good value.
This is my third pair of Doc Martens shoes. The air sole cushioning is awesome.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Any Doc Martens
2007-08-30 03:25:39 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
David H
from Belle Mead, NJ
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Fantastic shoe; worth the price!
This is my second pair of Dr. Martens 8053s. The first lasted almost one year before the inside lining at the heels started to wear out. I experienced a breaking-in period for that first pair. My second pair fit perfectly out of the box and are my main shoes. I don't use polish or shoe creme with these - a once-over with Weiman leather wipes (available from my local supermarket) keeps them looking new. I have had several shoes of this style from Sketchers and Timberland, but the Dr. Martens are the best. They look the best and wear the best. In summary, this is a fantastic shoe and I will keep buying them as long as I wear shoes.
2007-08-24 19:39:58 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from NW Arkansas
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
My favorite DMs -
I have worn DM shoes for work for years. Regular shoes have sometimes been a problem for my wide, flat feet. These are wider in the toe area and fit great!
2007-08-18 16:17:11 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Yoko I
from Spokane, Washington
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Very comfortable shoes -
Good shoe. Very durable construction and design. Perfect for those who are on their feet all day like me. They felt a little wide but wearing thick socks solves this. Also they make my feet real sweaty on warmer days. These are the most comfortable shoes I’ve owned and I recommend them to everyone.
2007-07-28 10:06:55 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Fresno, California
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great shoe -
Takes a while to break in but when you do it feels great and looks great too and the service from Zappos is great.
2007-07-26 21:48:36 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Maryland
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Started with 8053 BEN US11 in light brown. WAY too tight in width and snug in length.
I sometimes wear a US 10.5 in sport shoe/hiking boot, usually a US11. Have been wearing an AEO US12 with a medium insole and mid-weight sock.
Swapped the 8053 BEN US11 out for 8053 FDM US12 in crazy horse (dark brown). Perfect fit with a mid-weight sock no aftermarket insole. Wore them for a few hours and I think break in will be minimal/not existent. The leather in dark brown seems thicker/more robust, but supple.
I prefer a box/squared toe and the US12 FDM seemed boxier. It may have been the size difference and/or BEN vs FDM. My only (slight) complaint is that I prefer the BEN tread (old style) over the FDM tread (lines).
As for Zappos, ordered late afternoon, arrived late morning the next day. Will probably never buy in a store again. Thank you Zappos!
2007-07-13 18:32:53 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Butler, PA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Love em.
This is my 3rd pair of Doc's and I have to say they fit like a glove out of the box and I wear them 8 hours a day 5 days per week with no break in time needed. Great shoe and great looks!
2007-06-28 09:18:39 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Paul
from Salt Lake City, Utah
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Well built shoe -
Stiff leather, long break-in period about 2 weeks. After break-in and a coat of mink oil they are a good work shoe. A stiff, well built shoe waiting to be abused. True to size.
2007-06-25 13:40:53 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Baltimore, Maryland
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Pretty Satisfied -
These are the first pair of Dr. Martens that I have ever owned. I bought them as comfort shoes to wear at work where I have to wear business casual. Needless to say, they worked perfectly. The only complaint I would have is during the break in period, the shoes gave me two blisters (one at the back of each ankle). But since I've broken them in, I've had nothing but compliments.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Skechers
2007-06-20 07:54:00 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Marlijn
from Minneapolis, MN
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Good as ever!
I ordered these for my husband, who really enjoys wearing them. He normally has trouble buying shoes because his feet are wide, but in my experience Dr. Martens are kind wide anyway, even though they do not come in wide widths. I ordered these a half a size up form his normal size and they fit great, and he tells me they are really comfortable. He did not even have to break them in!
2007-06-13 19:25:39 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Rob
from Painted Post, NY
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
I likie the Flex Link –
After the Dr. discontinued my Black Greesy 8053 I was beside myself, how could I find something as comfortable as the shoe style that I had been wearing for the past ten years? Then I found the Flex Link version with the insoles. I have been taking the shoes off at night and have been thinking, "I like the floor more with the shoes on, will my wife mind if I wore them to bed?"
I really like the new inner design. In the old design, the toe area falls apart after a few months of your feet sweating, in the new design, buy a pair of gel soles and get your groove on for another six months. The heels take about a week to break in, I have unblistered man heels and I was a tad bit uncomfortable for the first couple days but after the first week smooth walkin!
2007-06-13 08:08:33 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Indiana
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Make sure you get the right size.
Doc sizing seems to differ somewhat from model to model, so make sure you get the right size (I went to a local store to try on this shoe before ordering after having ordered the wrong size and having to send it back.) This shoe seemed a little narrow for my foot, but not uncomfortably so. Overall it looks and feels great.
2007-06-02 12:58:47 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Cleveland, Ohio
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support
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Good Looking shoe. I was assured by my co-workers that these are the most comfortable shoes. I must have purchased the wrong model. After one day I was limping. Just recently I started wearing them thinking that they will break in. I have been wearing them straight for two months. My legs hurt. My back hurts. And these shoes do not breathe. Therefore my feet feel like they are inside a furnace. And to top it off they are not the lightest shoes out there. Very disappointed. I purchased them on this site along with a pair of Rockport’s. Those shoes lasted me three years and are still comfortable. I did not care for them as I should have and the leather started to look horrible. So I no longer wear them. I stand for about 5 hours a day so these shoes are going in the garbage.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Rockport
2007-06-01 06:05:54 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Sean
from Tulsa, Oklahoma
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Damn fine shoe!
Feels comfortable and looks stylish, perfect for an I.T. guy like me that is on his feet a lot. Would recommend to anyone who spends a lot of time on their feet and want to look good doing it!
2007-05-28 18:28:18 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Sacramento, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
DJ -
Very nice looking. Not as comfortable as other Dr. Martens that I have had. Could use some arch support. I am disappointed that they are now made in China. But over all an ok shoe.
2007-05-11 11:12:24 Dr. Martens 8053 Series - Flex Link
Reviewer:
Melissa
from Portland
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Dr. Martens 8053 Flex Link -
Very sturdy comfortable shoes. I had to order a size smaller than recommended. I wear a size 9 and a size 6UK fit perfectly vs. a size 7UK. Great support and nice high toe box for room to wiggle your toes or wear thick socks.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Dr. Martens 8312 - my 17-yr-old daughter loves hers
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