The iconic, English-made oxford crafted from world-class calf leather
The 1461 shoe stands as a testament to hardworking British design, reimagined here with world-class materials from the C.F. Stead tannery in Leeds. This 3-eye silhouette is handcrafted in England using premium Classic Calf leather, offering a refined texture that matures and softens uniquely with every wear. Built on the legendary air-cushioned DMS sole and secured with a Goodyear welt, it’s a versatile icon that transitions effortlessly from the workshop to the weekend.
The story of Dr. Martens begins in 1945, when Dr. Klaus Maertens, a 25-year-old German medic, designed an air-cushioned sole to ease a ski-related ankle injury. Impressed at how well his own invention helped him heal, Maertens took a prototype of his shoe to an old friend who went on to become a mechanical engineer, Dr. Herbert Funk. The two joined forces and started creating shoes using left-over military supplies. In 1947, they began official production of Dr. Martens shoes.
