Kindly note the dr martens factory are phasing out the dr martens stamp in the leather of the boots and shoes and therefore you may not receive a pair with this stamp onthe original dr martens air cushioned sole providing underfoot comfort and durabilityit is oil and fat resistant tough and offers good abrasion and slip resistancethis is a goodyear welted product the upper and sole are sewn together not merely glued like many footwear constructionssmooth is the classic dr martens leatherdur