Customer Reviews Dr. Martens 9663

These are great! I didn't have any trouble breaking them in. They really are true to size and contour to your leg very nice. This was my first time ordering from Zappos but will not be my last. Great service and quick delivery. Thanks!

Great boots! I got these in size UK4, which felt true to size but had some other sizing issues -- the ankle curve in back is a bit too high up for someone with a small foot, but insoles fixed that. I'm 5'1", so finding boots that aren't too tall is a struggle, but these were perfect, right below the knee on me. I have 14" calves and these just barely lace closed, and the laces are a bit too short, but workable. The boots start out very stiff, but warm water, mink oil, and wearing them for short periods broke them in after a couple of weeks. I recommend wearing hiking socks with them, for support and ankle cushioning. All around a great boot, and it feels good to own buttkicking Doc Martens again! I love these!

Great boots! This is the real thing, tall and mighty, yet look great and work with any kind of dress. Super comfy after they break in (expect a while).

Stars lost in comfort only because they are Docs and therefore uncomfortable until you've worn them for a couple months. Otherwise, great shoes. Oh, and these are made overseas, not England.

These boots are very nice. I do warn it does take about 10 minutes to lace them up. But overall if you're looking for this look, these are the way to go.

Wow, these are tall boots - I love these boots! They are tall, almost up to the knee tall. They do take forever to lace up but that is to be expected. They are leather so they do squeak. And the leather seems a bit thinner than past Docs I have bought. All that being said they are comfortable and great looking. My only true complaint is that I wish the laces were longer. I have well developed calves and I have to skip some holes if I want to tie the boots.

Very Nice Boots - These boots are great. I know that they have great quality and durability and will probably last forever. The only thing bad I can say is that it takes FOREVER to lace them up.

My first pair of Docs... I was skeptical at first about buying this boot due to the warnings about the boot not fitting well for people with large calves. I have a 15" circumference starting about 12-13 inches from my heel, and wasn't sure if the boot would fit. I did not want a zip-up boot, despite the fact that they do have a slightly larger circumference. I ordered a UK 7 and the boot fits me fairly well- definitely a keeper. Like others, I do wish the shaft was 2-3 inches taller, because they are not actually knee high. My few times lacing the boots, I gave myself 3 blisters from pulling the laces, and breaking them in is quite a chore; don't buy them if you do not want to invest a little time (& pain) in making them comfortable.

I’ve got my boots seven months ago and since then I don’t leave home without them. I wear ‘em long hours and take them off only before going to bed. I found out that on those hot summer days they’re most comfortable with the thinnest socks. I use cyclist-like socks which are very thin, low, and made of light material (polyester or something). It’s almost like wearing ‘em barefoot. I actually like the feeling of the leather against my naked skin. If I’m in hurry in the morning, I know I need to wake up 7 minutes earlier to lace them up.

I got a pair of these boots 10 years ago, and while they are still wearable, I felt like I needed to get a new pair. After a huge hassle buying and exchanging these with another online shoe company, I decided to try Zappos. I'm glad I did. Zappos is slightly more expensive, yes, but they make up for it with their quick shipment. I ordered these boots late Saturday night (so they didn't go out until Monday) and got them on Monday. They upgraded me for some reason to next day shipping even though I paid for second day. I am very satisfied with my purchase. Between Zappos excellent service to its customers, and the great look of these boots, I am very happy today. I put my boots on as soon as they came, they fit perfect, look perfect, and I don't plan to take them off until it hurts! :D

These boots take some break-in time, but they are surely worth it. Love the look and height of the boots. Save some time for lace-up though!

Devoted Dr. Marten fan in D.C. This was my first experience in using Zappos. The price, selection and the service were excellent. Its great way to buy shoes. I ordered a size 8 like my old ones, but they were too small, so I returned them for a size 9. Since they are no longer made in England the size apparently runs about a full size smaller. I have worn 20 Eye Doc's since I entered the 7th grade. Now, I am out of college for several years and working full time. When I was in the 6th grade several other guys had Doc Marten boots and I began asking my parents to get me a pair of the 20 eyes like my friends. They were very reluctant, since I didn't take care of my clothes and shoes. Finally, they bought me a pair upon entering the 7th grade. I was really proud of them, rolling up my jeans or tucking them in to show off my boots. They became the only shoes I wore, except for gym class. When I out grew my other shoes my mother gave them away and bought me a new pair of Doc's. Other than a pair of converse high tops and a pair of 20 eye Gripfast boots, they are the only shoes I have owned for the last 20 years. My present pair, which were made in England I've had for quite a few years. They are almost totally worn out, the leather is beginning to crack and split and the heels and soles are worn flat. Even so, they still shine up. I hate to give them up they are so comfortable. I have worn them everywhere: from every day casual, hiking, biking, even to my best friend's black tie wedding. I wear them to work dressed for business every day, as well. Perhaps, they are no longer the fashion statement they were when I was in college. Now I wear them because they are incredibly comfortable. I wear from morning till night. Guys, they are great. I hope my new ones break in to be as comfortable and as long lasting as my old ones.

Good Shoe - Buy in Advance! This shoe is great... once it's worn in. Be prepared to work this shoe in if you want to wear it for a specific occasion. Thick (or a couple pair of) socks should help. After that, it's good times.

Dr. Martens Boots Review - I’m reviewing here both the 1940 and the 9663 models of Dr Martens. I’m riding a motorcycle and have decided to buy some boots to block the winter wind when I ride. I initially bought the 1940 and immediately loved them. They did feel a bit large but I lace them tight and it’s fine. This was my ever first boot and I was so thrilled with the feeling so I went on and bought also the taller 9663 (nearly knee-high); what can I say... awesome boots! The leather of the 9663 is smoother and slicker, and in fact even though they are much taller than the 1940, it seems they weigh less. If you have a budget for one pair, I would say go for the 9663. I find the 1940 more comfortable for motorcycle gear shifting due to the bulky toe box. Overall both models are great and I wear them all the time even when I’m not riding. (Of course, I wear them under my pants and not on-top like some riders do.) As for the online purchasing, I actually bought each pair from a different retailer. The service was good in both cases; I just went with the least expensive retailer. Hope it helps.

Looking Good! I got these for a gift for my son. As usual Zappos shipped them right away. The boots arrived within just a few days. The boots are awesome. They look great, quality leather and stitching. The fit is great I think they should come in half sizes which I don't think they do. My son says they are very comfortable and because they lace all the way up they hold his foot and feel supportive.

Never off My daughters feet - She's 14 and these were the only thing she asked for Christmas. And she is lovin' them! They are surprisingly lightweight. We have other Doc's 1/4 the height and twice the weight. They do run small as stated in other reviews. Our other Doc's are a 7 but in these she needed an 8. I have to say they are really cool looking and she says they are very comfortable. Of course Zappos made my holiday shopping a little easier. If this is your style ~ go for it!

Worked great for me........ I was a little set back about getting these boots after reading all the reviews, but glad I took the risk. Guess I am one of the lucky ones, that got a great fit the first time. I am a six foot man with pretty thick calves, and these boots fit me perfect. Little stiff for sure, but overall I can see how nice they will look and feel six months from now. Bought mine due to lots of snakes where I live, and these will sure do the trick. I wear 10 1/2 size, and went with the 11 size. Thanks for all the tips on here...... Later.

NICE!!! Well what can I say? Well #1, buy a size bigger. I bought size 10 UK after trying DOCS of the same size and them fitting well. After receiving I found that they were too tight. #2, great boots. I’m a "goth" I guess and they are great looking. I might buy a pair in red if I get the money. #3, Zappos customer service is great. I got straight answers and the return policy is great. So if u don’t like the boots don’t hesitate to send um back. Well good luck. U will look brutal in these boots.

Love them! I had my first pair of Docs 20 years ago, and they lasted long, even though at the time I wore them every day. That was when they were still all made in the UK though, and I noticed these now are made in China. They look like they will be the same quality but of course you can't tell until they've been worn a lot. The look of these tall boots is just awesome, it takes a while to lace them up (had no problem at all with the laces being too short, but I have skinny legs). They are not quite knee-high, as a previous reviewer also marked, but I think the height is just fine. I did not have to break these in for comfort at all, but they were quite squeaky the first time I wore them. Overall I am super-happy with these!

I have a pair of these boots from years ago, and I recently got a new pair from Zappos. I can't emphasize enough that you have to know what you're getting into to break these boots in, but if you give them the time and care they will serve you well for years and years. And there is no other copycat boot that can compare to the look and the quality of these Docs.

Good looking and comfortable - These boots are attention grabbers and I get a lot of compliments when I wear them. I have not had a problem breaking them in. They make you look taller.

The title says it all, I wear them everywhere and the painful breaking in period was well worth it! I love to wear them while driving my partners big V8, revving the engine hard in these boots makes you feel like your all in control!

My Dream Boots - I just got my boots today, Wednesday, after ordering them on Monday. I loved them the second I saw them out of the box. I was a little wary, because the leather reminded me of those cheap, leather jackets you can get. You know, thin and stiff, but I have high hopes 'cause I bought some other Docs from Zappos that I thought were questionable at first, but I love them now, after three years. Because I want to wear them in about two weeks to an outdoor education session I'll be a counselor for, I'll be wearing them just about everyday to get them broken-in in a timely fashion. Love the Docs and I'm super excited. I definitely wish they were 2-3 inches taller, though. Many people have mentioned the fact that they aren't, actually, knee-high.

Blast from the Past - I really like the look of the shoes. They go with everything. They are really stiff and I am hoping once I wear them more they will loosen up. They take a long time to lace and unlace, so if you need to take them off or on in a hurry....don’t wear these shoes. I think I would have done the zip ones instead. BUT, overall, I am really happy with them. I get a lot of compliments on them.