Time for new socks

[TimberWolf]

I bought some from an outdoor shop. The decision rested on a toss up between some thick wool socks or thinner wool socks that only just cover the heel. Hmm, novel concept, so thought I'd give the short socks a go. Hmm, bit short. They do appear cool, well made and unsmelly though.

[Diver]

Take a look on ebay. some quality socks on there for good prices

[BrilloPad]

Kind of socks are not important - being clean is.

I wash my socks once a month whether they need them or not.

[OwlHoot]

I might try some non-cotton based socks next time, ones that cost more than £1 for 5. A wool blend more than likely. Perhaps then my feet won't smell so much and I won't be so blister-prone when on holiday.

What socks do you wear?

Can't you just darn the old ones some more, and boil them every now and then?

Think of that pound you'd save

[BrilloPad]

missus is always telling me to put steel toecaps on

FTFY

[Diver]

How long do expensive socks last? Ones that you wear at least once a week. Cheap ones last me about 6 months. The toes usually go first, with the big toe nail being a chief suspect, but as the sole is by then also on its last leg and the material thin, they aren't worth fixing.

Some nice suggestions, even if they cost almost as much as my upper limit for shoes.

I've had mine for 2 years, they were originally a gift but I bought a couple more pairs shortly after, but not at the prices shown (£12 a pair but that was 2 years ago). the soles on a couple are looking a bit sad but no holes, and I'm the worlds worst for walking around in socks. missus is always telling me to put slippers or something on

[TimberWolf]

How long do expensive socks last? Ones that you wear at least once a week. Cheap ones last me about 6 months. The toes usually go first, with the big toe nail being a chief suspect, but as the sole is by then also on its last leg and the material thin, they aren't worth fixing.

Some nice suggestions, even if they cost almost as much as my upper limit for shoes.

[Diver]

I have several pairs of these. most comfortable I've ever worn

Bresciani Patterned Cotton and Silk-Blend Socks | MR PORTER
Bresciani at MR PORTER

[TheFaQQer]

What socks do you wear?

Ones with holes in them normally. No matter how new they are or what they're made of.

[BrilloPad]

My socks have to be patterned and in pairs. If they are not in pairs I totally freak!

[doodab]

Bridgedale Merino Fusion Socks

[TimberWolf]

I might try some non-cotton based socks next time, ones that cost more than £1 for 5. A wool blend more than likely. Perhaps then my feet won't smell so much and I won't be so blister-prone when on holiday.

What socks do you wear?