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By the late 1950’s, the shoes were selling well in Germany under the brand name Dr. Martens, but Maerten and Funck were ready to find new markets. They placed advertisements in trade magazines, and one was spotted by Bill Griggs, the chairman of English footwear manufacturer, R Griggs & Company. R Griggs & Company had a strong footwear history, but they were ready to start something new. Recognizing the potential of the innovative soles developed by Maerten and Funck, Griggs purchased the global rights to use the air cushioned sole and developed a variety of footwear to accompany it.

On April 1, 1960, the first pair of Dr. Martens boots was produced in the Northamptonshire village of Wollaston in England. Quickly given the name "1460’s" on account of their date of manufacture, the boots have become a design icon all over the world.