Dr. Martens 1461 Ambassador Leather Shoes in Dark Brown
The Dr. Martens 1461 Ambassador is a three-eye lace-up shoe based on the brand’s original worker-shoe design. Its low-cut Gibson shape keeps the profile straightforward, while Dark Brown tumbled leather and contrasting yellow stitching give it a clearly recognisable Dr. Martens finish.
Ambassador is a heavyweight leather with a soft feel and a naturally textured surface. Tumbling creates a pebbled grain and rich oiled appearance, giving the upper more variation than a smooth, uniform leather. Dr. Martens states that the material gradually moulds to the shape of the foot through wear.
The three-eye fastening allows the fit to be adjusted across the instep without adding unnecessary detail to the upper. This stripped-back construction is central to the 1461 design and makes the shoe a lower-cut alternative to the brand’s lace-up boots.
Underfoot, the original DMS sole is air-cushioned, groove-edged and heat-sealed. The substantial sole balances the softer leather upper, while yellow stitching applied at two stitches per inch adds the familiar contrast around the edge.
For customers who like the established 1461 shape but prefer leather with a softer handle and visible grain, this Ambassador version offers a more relaxed take on the original three-eye shoe.
Key Features
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Style: Three-eye Gibson lace-up shoe
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Colour: Dark Brown
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Upper: Heavyweight tumbled Ambassador leather
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Leather finish: Pebbled grain with a rich oiled appearance
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Sole: Original air-cushioned DMS sole
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Construction: Heat-sealed and groove-edged sole
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Detailing: Contrasting yellow stitching at two stitches per inch
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Product code: 31994200
Care
Clean away dirt with a damp cloth and allow the shoes to dry. Apply Dr. Martens Wonder Balsam using the sponge applicator supplied with the care product.
