For decades, Solovair was the producer of Dr. Marten’s famous shoes. When that relationship ended they continued to make them under the Solovair brand, while DM production moved to China. Known for sometime as Solovair by Dr. Marten’s, the brand still produces all of its shoes in its Northamptonshire, England factory using Goodyear-welted construction. The county of Northamptonshire, England has a long history of shoe making dating back to the 13th century. Solovair were contracted to produce doc martens. Got both pairs for around 60€ each via eBay. Other recommendations would be the newer Boots and Braces Easy Sole. Both Solovair and MIE Doc Martens are made in the same town. Every 3 or 4 weeks they get a cleanup and some dr.martens waxing and that's it. Smooth Cherry ones show some tears, smooth blue ones are still with only minor scuffs. The biggest difference is … leather from local cattle markets), and its central location in the country for trading lin. It seems to be accepted that standard Doc Martens made in SE Asia are crap. I want to finally fulfill my lifelong dream of owning some Doc Marten 1460 oxblood/cherry boots. Solovair Quality, Solovair vs Dr Marten – Solovair Direct. From the History page on the Solovair site, it would appear that their parent company, NPS had always made the Dr Marten products until the mid-90's. Both companies share extreme similarities in their boots. That contract expired for whatever reason, they no longer work for Doc martens. Stirdy boots, Dr.Martens lookalike but a bit cheaper ;)

Any personal experience with Solovair vs. Doc Martens Made-in-England line? Originally this was due to its plentiful supply of oak bark and its proximity to water, abundant supply of material (e.g.

It even makes Dr. Marten…