First off, these are not the original 1960 Dr. Martens 1460.  Things change, get over it.  What *can* you buy today that's exactly as it was 50 years ago?

That said, these are still good boots.  Yes, they're made in China or Thailand - so what?  The Chinese and Thais don't know how to make good shoes?  Some of the reviews I'm seeing here are borderline racist.  Take it from someone who owns a Chinese, a Thai and a UK pair of Docs (two 1460's and one 1490) - yes, there are differences, but the Chinese and Thai boots don't lose in every category.  In fact, they're more comfortable than the UK-made vintage line by about a factor of ten - I had to buy insoles for my UK 1460's or my feet felt like I was walking on rocks.  The UK version may be a bit more durable, but then the UK version also costs about $80 more (listing for $200 now).

The Chinese and Thai 1460's still look great, feel great and will last a good long time if you take care of them properly.  (Yes, even the shoelaces last - I wear my Chinese 1460's every day and have for 18 months, and I'm on my first pair of laces.)  Anyone who says otherwise has some other agenda.