Dr Martens - As Worn Over Time

[holymoly]

Been wearing this pair of Dr Martens Smith Asymmetric Boots. These are side zipper boots with an interesting last. This last is tapered and can be passed off as business casual unlike the traditional rounded last Dr Martens is more known for. I love the side zippers especially when going through customs where shoes have to be removed or when I have to attend a Japanese/Korean traditional meal. Unfortunately these have been EOL'd so you cannot get them anymore. These are made in China but pretty decently built. These boots have been to 5 continents over nearly a decade, about a quarter of which (or more) are worn everyday. I always have trouble with conflicting information of how Dr Martens wear over time, the construct of the famous heat-sealed shoes and the overall leather quality. So here is my attempt to document them with pictures. Hopefully at least one or two people might find them useful.

 

[holymoly]

You can see where the sole meets. See the end of the tiny split. Jam a knife in and slowly work your way, splitting the sole.

 

[holymoly]

This is the most painful, as these have sentimental value. I love these boots but my curiosity is stronger so here it goes.




Felt midsole with foam shock absorbent material on the forefoot and heel.

 

[holymoly]

How my sole has been worn over years

 

[holymoly]

Leather quality and how it wears over time.










I have not decided if I should save these boots. Certainly the cracks are pretty substantial. The inner sock lining has also been damaged in several areas (not shown).

Hope the pictures show up.