Black Dr. Martens 1460 Bex Smooth platform boots – Bex sole, 8 eyelets and yellow stitching
The 1460 Bex is the classic 8-eye boot on a Bex sole, which has thicker lugs and a deeper tread than the standard version. This gives it a chunkier silhouette while keeping the style's signature details: yellow stitching and a black-and-yellow heel loop. Black Smooth leather is durable and easy to care for, and it moulds to your foot with wear. The higher sole balances wide-leg trousers and long coats well.
Key features
- Bex sole with thicker lugs and a deeper tread
- 8 eyelets and an above-the-ankle shaft
- Smooth leather – sleek, durable and easy to care for
- Yellow welt stitching and Goodyear-welted construction
- Black-and-yellow heel loop
Specifications
- Style: 1460 Bex, 8 eyelets
- Type: lace-up platform ankle boots
- Upper: Smooth leather, 100% leather
- Lining: 60% leather, 40% textile
- Sole: Bex, 100% PVC
- Construction: Goodyear welt, yellow stitching
- Colour: black (Black)
- Manufacturer code: 25345001
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 boot longer, not wider.
- Smooth leather is stiff at first and needs a few days of wear to soften. 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 with a brush. Regular polishing protects the leather from moisture.
Frequently asked questions
How is the 1460 Bex different from the regular 1460?
It has a Bex sole with thicker lugs and a deeper tread, so the silhouette is chunkier. Everything else is the same: 8 eyelets, Smooth leather, yellow stitching and a heel loop.
Do Dr. Martens 1460 Bex boots need breaking in?
Yes. Smooth leather is stiff at first, so wear them for shorter periods and with thicker socks for the first few days. After that the leather softens and shapes to your foot.
What size 1460 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.
Are 1460 Bex boots good for winter?
This style is unlined, so it suits autumn and dry winter days with thicker socks. For frost, a lined version such as the 1460 Serena with faux fur works better.
