Customer Reviews Dr. Martens 1461 3-Eye Gibson
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68%"Felt true to size"
89%"Felt true to width"
64%"Moderate arch support"
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These shoes were a Christmas gift; my son had a pair for four years. I loved them. Service and personal attention was great and shipping fast. I will definitely use again.
Pierson, Zappos Customer,
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I ordered these shoes for an actor in a touring situation. He is using them on multiple different surfaces, some of them very hard. He is in them up to 10 hours per day. They fit well (true to size) and are comfortable. I also changed the color of them and it has held very well. All in all, very good shoes for style, fit, and performance.
Marcella B, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Christopher R, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Dutch, Zappos Customer,
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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!
Pat, Zappos Customer,
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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?
I'd also recommend:
Chaco
Kathy V, Zappos Customer,
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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.
I'd also recommend:
Skechers are not nearly as hip, but I\'m an old guy and like my Docs.
Barry C, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Miriam W, Zappos Customer,
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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!
Barb G, Zappos Customer,
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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?
MD C, Zappos Customer,
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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!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Karl F, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Jc, Zappos Customer,
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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.
I'd also recommend:
Karsen Boots, Any other Doc Marten
Martin, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Steven C, Zappos Customer,
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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.
I'd also recommend:
None. DM all the way.
Zorba, Zappos Customer,
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Very nice -
These shoes start off hard in the heel, but other than that no complaints. I'm going to order them for decades!
Brian, Zappos Customer,
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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.
I'd also recommend:
Clarks Originals (Desert Trek, Wallabees)
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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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.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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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!
Norma C, Zappos Customer,
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Classic Docs- Best shoes -
I've been wearing Docs for about 10 years now, and they are hands down the best shoes you can buy, They last forever, as long as you take care of them (buy the Docs Wonder Balsam!).
The 1461 series is excellent, classic style. They are tough to break-in, though. They're very stiff and the backs of your heels will be in pain for a couple of weeks. My advice is to wear them for a few hours each day, and bring another pair of shoes with you to work so that you can change.
As far as the quality and sizing stories you've been hearing about since Dr Martens stopped making their shoes in England....most of the negative comments are false. The quality of the Asian made shoes is every bit as good as the English made. The sizing is exactly the same as before, and the shoes are NOT narrower as some people are saying. The only difference is the absence of the "MADE IN ENGLAND" imprint on the insole. So go ahead, buy a pair, you'll be glad you did.
I'd also recommend:
Docs only
Baystatedog, Zappos Customer,
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I've worn the same pair of these for over 5 years almost every day! I'm buying annother pair because The soles are finally starting to wear through.
Mike, Zappos Customer,
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Comfortable shoes -
I love this pair of shoes! They are comfortable, easy to clean, and go with all of my slacks.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I bought my first pair 15 years ago. I've had many pairs since then. I keep going back to them. They last at least 2 years of hard use. Only one pair didn't--a motorcycle kickstart backfired and the lever ripped through the sole, but saved my foot! Weather through the break-in period and you'll be a convert. Only personal-taste issue: I've never liked the yellow stitching above the sole, I die it black.
I'd also recommend:
Rockports
Scot, Zappos Customer,
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