Dr Marten fisherman sandals alternative?
I love the Dr Martens 8092s, but they are all sold out online with no apparent plans to restock. They have a similar model online, but the sole is too chunky (almost like a platform shoe). I’m looking for alternatives.
Here’s what I love:
1. Stodgy/kloggy styling, with the contrast stitching on the top leather that makes it more utilitarian
2. Somewhat rounded toe shape
3. Chunky sole
Most fishermen sandals that I have seen are on a thin sole, with a fairly trim silhouette, and a bit too sleek for what I’m looking for.
Any recs for anything similar? Price would ideally be under $200, but I’d be curious if there is anything above that too.

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Are you looking for something more like a gladiator sandal?
The most similar looking sandal I see listed as a gladiator is this one from ASOS. Chunky sole, similar thick leather straps. Not a huge fan of the way that the straps go up the ankle. Also the color + studs are not for me.

Is there a specific gladiator sandal you had in mind?
found some dad like sandals on ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/195263167282 https://www.ebay.com/itm/355811394209
Though you said the platform is too high sometimes I still think platform is a good keyword to use in search
Yeah that’s a good point. First link looks almost identical, will keep an eye out for my size. Ty!