![]() Martens 1460 was released in smooth, oxblood colored leather. Martens design, adjusting the heel to improve the fit, adding a rounder and more comfortable toe box, adding the now iconic aesthetic elements like the contrasting yellow stitch and anglicizing the name.įinished on April 1st, 1960 and named after the date (1-4-60), the most iconic work boots in history - Dr. Started in 1901, Griggs already had a reputation for sturdy, durable work boots from the heart of the British shoe industry in the English Midlands. Fortunately, the ad was answered by the owner of Griggs’ Footwear. Additionally, they were highly popular amongst hard-working, long-standing housewives.īy 1959, the company sought to expand the business and placed advertisements across European trade publications promoting the “bouncing soles” of their Airwair boot. The air-cushioned soles were an innovation andĪrrived serendipitously as thousands of military men, tired of years spent in unforgiving army boots, joined the labor force. ![]() By 1947, they were in full production and by the 1950’s, Maerten’s ambition and Funk’s engineering experience had produced the perfect work boot. Herbert Funk and the two went into business together using discarded and recycled military supplies. Maertens brought the idea to his friend Dr. Having had a background as a cobbler, he conceived of a soft rubber sole, but sealed with air pockets that would add extra cushioning. ![]() ![]() Klaus Maertens injured his foot in a skiing accident and needed more support than his standard-issue boots could offer. Martens footwear dates back to 1945 when military veteran Dr. Martens Made in England collection that perfectly rebuilds DM icons in their original Northamptonshire, England factory. ![]()
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