The Dr. Martens 101 Boots are made from a heavyweight leather that looks beaten up and worn-in from the first step – and only gets better with age. The Dr. Martens 101 Boots are made from a heavyweight leather that looks beaten up and worn-in from the first step – and only gets better with age. English-born brand Dr. Martens is rooted in music subculture. What began as a small family-run shoe business by the Griggs family in 1901 is now a cultural icon loved for its durability, comfort, and distinctive silhouettes