Are Dr. Marten's really good shoes?

[John Larkin]

I just bought a pair of Doc Marten ankle boots at the mall ($110, not bad; $20 cheaper at the hip place than the discount place across the mall hall). They feel ok but don't seem to have much arch support. I like the springy feeling walking around in them but I'm worried about the arch thing. Any thoughts? They look like I'm ready for a mosh pit or something but if they are good for walking around on pavement, I'm sold. I haven't left the house in 'em so I can still take 'em back.

 

[choppers4life]

i have been wearing the same pair for five years

 

[QWKSLVR]

Once you break them in, they will be your favorite pair of shoes you own. You'll Luv Em.

 

[troGNman]

Doc Marten Gaucho

Wear mine everyday for work.

Low top w/ reinforced toe. I'm constantly moving 55 gallon drums of chemicals and pushing around pallet jacks at my lab/warehouse. I want to keep my toes intact. They were a little stiff at first (like any other safety shoe), but once worn in, very comfortable. The best part is my employer pays for them.

 

[Kevin Turch]

Originally posted by choppers4life
i have been wearing the same pair for five years

Same here, best shoes ive ever owned!!!!

 

[Twins]

The first week or so you are wondering what all the fuss is about...........then one day you slip them on and it becomes clear.

I get a new pair every 9-12 months (need to look nice at work) and always wonder if the new set will be as good.

No problem yet in 7 yrs.

BTW Kevin T......try running across the border to get them. I've found them on sale in Windsor for $75-80 two different times. That's like.....what $8.00 American?

 

[Kevin Turch]

never thought of going across to get them, im only 2 minutes from the peace bridge.

 

[Rollin]

I still have the same ones I bought 7 years ago, they are great wearing boots, I've gone through about 5 pairs of laces and my boots are as comfortable as they were when new. Plus they look good with just about anything "and" have saved my foot from many a snake bite. Money well spent.

 

[motorhead]

I wear them everyday to work in an office. Business casual.

They are like heaven for the feet.

 

[RealFastV6]

Originally posted by choppers4life
i have been wearing the same pair for five years

You should definitely consider taking them off and at least changing your socks... seriously...

 

[John Larkin]

No turning back now; I wore them to work. They feel good; I think they'll be ok. Lots of room for toes for sure!

 

[slimm]

Here John, this about sums it up....

And

Any other questions?

 

[GNFURY]

NOT THAT HAPPY WITH MINE, HAD THEM FOR 3 MONTHS AND THE LINING ON THE INSIDE OF THE SHOE RIPPED OUT. THEY ARE PRETTY UNCOMFORTABLE WITHOUT A GEL INSERT NOW.

 

[JOHNDEEREGN]

I have had

a lot of shoes that are more comfortable.

 

[JasonD]

Originally posted by Mr. T
I wear them everyday to work in an office. Business casual.

They are like heaven for the feet.

Yep, I still have my first pair from 5 years ago. They are mightly beat, but I still wear them.

I am on my 3rd pair now, going on my 4th. The only reason I need new ones is I wear the blocks right off the sole and they get banged up over time.

The only problem is they do not make half sizes, so I have to get a pair that is just a bit too big. Other than that, they are great. It won't be long before you learn to love them. They just need to conform to your foot.

 

[Steve Petro]

I love em'.........

I have 9 pairs in total. I still have the first pair I got 7 years ago. Good work boots around the house now. Get the ones with a cushion around your ankle, no pain.
I also use the DM shine stuff, works great. They came out with some cool American Flag boots a month ago, perfect timing.
We have a DM showcase store that has every kind they make that you don't see at the local mall. My wife still has not got a pair

 

[Steve Petro]

Check out:
http://www.chesterboot.com/ieindex.html
You can find the American Flag, UK Flag, Barbed Wire etc boots and lots of accessories there too.

 

[JasonD]

Originally posted by Steve Petro
Check out:
http://www.chesterboot.com/ieindex.html
You can find the American Flag, UK Flag, Barbed Wire etc boots and lots of accessories there too.

That's where I buy mine! Cool place and only a few miles from where I live!

 

[John Larkin]

originally posted by slimm

Here John, this about sums it up....

Thanks Ryan. BTW, your chili cheese fries are getting cold.

 

[gbodygirl]

best shoes ever!