Black Dr. Martens 1461 Bex Smooth shoes – classic Docs on a raised sole
The 1461 was the second Dr. Martens style – a shoe with three pairs of eyelets. The Bex version stands on a raised sole with more pronounced ridges and a deeper tread, which gives a chunkier silhouette and balances wide-leg trousers better. Black Smooth leather is easy to polish to a shine, though signs of wear suit it too. They go with wide-leg trousers, jeans and a long coat.
Key features
- 3 eyelets
- Bex sole: platform approx. 2.5 cm, heel approx. 3.5 cm
- Deep tread and a grooved sole edge
- Smooth leather that is easy to polish
- Yellow welt stitching
Specifications
- Style: 1461 Bex, 3 eyelets
- Type: lace-up shoes on a raised sole
- Upper: Smooth leather, 100% leather
- Lining: 60% leather, 40% textile
- Sole: Bex, platform approx. 2.5 cm, heel approx. 3.5 cm, 100% PVC
- Construction: welt with yellow stitching
- Colour: black (Black)
- Manufacturer code: 21084001
Size and fit
- Dr. Martens makes whole sizes only. If you are usually a half size, the brand recommends sizing down – a larger size makes the shoe longer, not wider.
- Smooth leather is stiff at first and softens after a few days of wear. Over time it stretches in width, not in length.
- When choosing a size you can switch the size chart from EU to US or centimetres.
Care
Wipe off dirt with a damp cloth, apply black wax polish and buff the leather with a brush.
Frequently asked questions
Do Dr. Martens 1461 Bex shoes need breaking in?
Yes. Smooth leather is stiff, so wear them for shorter periods for the first few days. Over time the leather softens and stretches in width.
How high is the Bex sole?
The platform is approx. 2.5 cm and the heel approx. 3.5 cm, so the shoe sits higher than the classic 1461.
What size 1461 Bex should I choose?
Usually the same as in other leather shoes. Dr. Martens does not make half sizes – if you are in between, the brand recommends the smaller size, and an insole can take up any extra room.
What do you wear 1461 Bex shoes with?
They look best with wide-leg trousers and jeans, as the raised sole balances fuller legs. They also work with a long coat and a midi skirt.
