darn see through hose

[Colin]

That is why I can't bring myself to buy the soccer or rugby socks that have been touted on the forum before. I have 6 pairs of the Gaelic themes hose and not a one of them could be described as see-through. They are worth the extra couple bucks. Just remember to hand wash them.

[cavscout]

If you don't have to have wool hose or the ornate knitting on the leg or cuff I suggest Hamilton Dry Goods socks.

My lower leg is 18" long and 18" around the widest part of the calve. I can't say enough good things about them. I bought 2 pair of off-white and dyed them the color I wanted.

They stay up without flashes while moving around, unrolled they reach over my knee about 3 inches, rolled they still give me a nice beefy cuff.

Cost $8 for socks + a few for shipping
$3 for two packs of Rit Dye (need two for darker colors)

Here's a pic in another thread of the brown hose. http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/s...ad.php?t=23289

I think they look great for anything other than meeting royalty.

[sjrapid]

No, you're not the only one who hates the see-through look.

Running up to Christmas, I developed a bit of a hose obsession and tried to find a number of different makers to see what works for me (size 7.5 feet, 18-inch calves, 9-inch ankle)

So far, I've tried Lochcarron, Gaelic Themes, Gleann Righ and an unbranded hose.

I'd agree with other posters that Gaelic Themes are worth chasing, but I'd caveat that you need to go for at least their K1500 hose (70% wool) or the merino wool hose - the lower wool content blends feel too scratchy to me (and aren't as warm).

Best regards